Restless Development is seeking 12 talented young photographers (aged 18-24) from around the globe to join the movement to end violence against children. Through powerful photo-essays, you will help disrupt perceptions and highlight the importance of creating safe environments for children and young people. Restless Development will be partnering with Conference co-hosts such as the World Health Organization, government of Colombia, government of Sweden, UNICEF and UN Special Representative on ending violence, to connect Ministers with young people’s realities

Requirements

• Young creatives aged 18-24 from all regions of the world.
• Produce a photo-essay depicting what “safe” feels like to you and/or other children and young people in your community.
• One striking ‘hero’ image from each participant will be featured in the final exhibition at the Global Ministerial Conference in Colombia.

Benefits for Participants

• Receive a stipend of $1250 to support your involvement in the project.
• Comprehensive training, mentorship, and individual guidance throughout the project.
• Exhibition of one of your images at the global Ministerial Conference in November.
• Publication of your final photo-essay online, reaching national and global audiences.

Submission Requirements

• Submit your pitch by April 19th. If you have any queries regarding the Safe photography competition, please email them to: safe@restlessdevelopment.org
• All submissions will be reviewed by an expert panel of photojournalists, media editors, violence survivors, campaigners, and young people.

Application Deadline: April 19th, 2024

Don’t Miss Out on This Opportunity: Make your voice heard and contribute to ending violence against children through the power of photography.

For more information and to apply, visit the Official Webpage of the Restless Development’s Safe Photography Project Contest. Join us in shaping a safer world for children and young people everywhere!