PHOTOVOICE COMPETITION "THE LENSES OF SHARING"

Inclusive education ensures that all people, regardless of their abilities or disabilities, have access to quality education in a supportive learning environment. It is a fundamental right for young people to attend schools that provide equitable opportunities, fostering respect for diversity and acceptance.

UNFPA, in its ongoing commitment to the well-being and empowerment of disability communities, is launching a Photo Voice Contest to promote inclusive education for young people, particularly those with disabilities, including the topics about comprehensive sexuality education. 

The contest aims to raise awareness about the challenges and opportunities of inclusive education by amplifying the voices of students, teachers, and parents through photography. Participants are encouraged to capture and share stories that reflect the spirit of inclusivity, accessibility, and the right to education for all, especially focusing on the most vulnerable populations.

1. TARGET PARTICIPANTS

The contest is open to:

• Students from 15 years old who are passionate about inclusive education.
• Educators, teachers, and school administrators are actively working to implement inclusive education practices.
• Parents, caregivers, and family members of children with disabilities.

2. CONTEST GUIDELINES
Each participant is required to submit a series of 3-5 photographs that tell a cohesive story or document an aspect of inclusive education in their community. Each photo must be accompanied by a short description (100-200 words) explaining the context and the significance of the image.

Each entries should express at least one among those messages:

• Experiences or ideas about inclusive education.
• Photos of teachers and educators showing their initiatives in creating a more inclusive education environment
• Parents, guardians, caregivers... sharing stories about their children's experiences in an inclusive education environment.

IMPORTANT: Submitted photos must be the original work of the participants.

3. PRIZES

The top entries will be displayed at exhibitions during events organized by UNFPA.

03 winners will receive gifts from UNFPA along with:

• First prize: 500,000 VND
• Second prize: 300,000 VND
• Third prize: 200,000 VND

Each participant will receive 01 certificate of participation from UNFPA in Viet Nam.

4. SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

The entries should be submitted via the google form: https://forms.gle/Jk8en5Jy1vx3rSvu8 

5. TIMELINES

• Launch Date: Oct 25, 2024
• Submission Deadline: November 20, 2024
• Judging Period: From November 21-November 30, 2024
• Winner Announcement: 3 December 2024
• Exhibition and Award Ceremony: 3 December 2024

6. CONTACT INFORMATION

For more information about the competition, please contact:

Ms. Nguyen Thi Thanh Thien

Tel: 0949645927

Email: thien@unfpa.org