The African Palliative Care Association (APCA) invites palliative care service providers across Africa to participate in our annual photography competition. This exciting opportunity allows you to visually depict the essence of palliative care in your unique context, showcasing the vital work being done in homes, institutions, and communities.
About the Competition
Funded by the True Colours Trust (TCT), this competition aims to highlight the impact of palliative care through compelling photographs. Participants are encouraged to capture moments that exemplify ‘what good palliative care looks like’ and submit these images for a chance to win recognition and prizes.
Who Can Participate?
The competition is open to:
- Palliative care organizations
- Individuals involved in palliative care work
- Former and current recipients of APCA/TCT small grants
- Members of the APCA
Participants must be 18 years or older. We also offer a self-paced virtual course on best practices in photography, available for free on the APCA website. Click here to watch the 3 session course on our youtube channel
How to Enter
- Clck here to download terms of reference, application form for a low budget camera and the competition entry form.
- Complete the Entry Form: Fill out the photography competition entry form with your details.
- Submit Your Photos: Send high-resolution photographs (1MB to 5MB, JPG or PNG format) with a brief description (max 100 words) for each image, detailing the context, date, activity, and impact. Submit up to 4 photographs.
- Consent: Ensure all individuals in the photos have given their consent. For minors, obtain consent from a parent or guardian.
- Email Your Submission: Send your photographs and completed entry forms to David Byaruhanga, Programme Officer, Small Grants by August 30th, 2024 to david.byaruhanga@africanpalliativecare.org.
Submission Guidelines
- Photos must respect human and patient dignity.
- Only original work created by the participant is allowed.
- Avoid submitting screenshots or collages.
- Ensure each photo submission includes a fully filled and signed consent form.
Support for Low-Cost Cameras
Participants can apply for a small grant (up to GBP 60) to purchase a low-cost camera. Fill out the grant application form and indicate how the camera will support your participation in the competition.
Terms and Conditions
- By entering, you grant APCA a non-exclusive, irrevocable license to reproduce, publish, or exhibit your images for any purpose that furthers APCA’s aims. Credit will always be given.
- Entries will be anonymized for fair judging.
- Winners will participate in publicity and consent to the use of their name and photo.
Judging and Prizes
A panel of judges from esteemed palliative care organizations will review entries based on technical skill, diversity, originality, and creativity. Winners will be announced in November 2024 and featured in an online gallery.
Prizes:
- 1st Prize: GBP 200
- Additional prizes for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place.
Timelines
- July 26th: Competition launch
- September 31st: Submission deadline
- November 30th: Winners announced
Contact Information
For more information, contact David Byaruhanga by email to david.byaruhanga@africanpalliativecare.org.
Capture the moments that matter. Showcase your work and contribute to a greater understanding of palliative care in Africa. Join the APCA Photography Competition today!
