International Humanitarian Photography Award 

Each participant will be able to submit a maximum of ten photographs, which can be part of a series or standalone. The photographs may be in black and white or colour.

Only photos which have not been previously entered, will be accepted.

The photographs must be submitted in digital format.

How to Submit Entries

Photographs need to be sent in two formats:

with a minimum resolution of 300 ppi/ppp, in high quality compression (12) and with a minimum size of 30 cm (shorter side).

Special note will be taken where the background to the people or places featured in the photo is described.

Award Prizes

The following prizes will be awarded:

1st Prize : a project grant of 8,000 euros

The winner of the first prize will receive a project grant worth € 8,000 to develop a photo project related to the work of Médicos del Mundo (1), whether in Spain or another country, subject to the approval of the Organisation.

The winner will define the project’s objectives and further development jointly with Médicos del Mundo.

The grant will cover all project expenses.

Once terms of the project have been settled, Médicos del Mundo will not require proof of spending.

The grant will be paid in three instalments: 50% when the winner has been announced; 25% at the beginning of the project; and the remaining 25% at the end.

The project will have to be finished before 30th November.

Runners up: two prizes of 1,000 euros

The runners-up will each receive a cash prize of €1,000.

Award Closing Date

The closing date for the submission of photographs is 15th October.

For more information on Awards, see: International Humanitarian Photography Award