UNESCO calls on young people around the world, aged 14 to 25 years old, to pick up their cameras and send their best photos to the 5th edition of Youth Eyes on the Silk Roads Photo Contest.

About the Contest

The UNESCO Youth Eyes on the Silk Roads photo contest is part of the Organization’s Silk Roads Programme and Social and Human Sciences Sector. It promotes photography as a tool for encouraging cultural interaction, helping build mutual understanding, and promoting peace amongst the people living in the regions connected by the Silk Roads.

Themes

This year, the themes are Architecture, Monuments, and Urbanism. Entries may focus on either of these while concentrating on mutual influences shared by people along the Silk Roads.

Photographers interested in exploring the theme of Architecture, Monuments, and Urbanism along the Silk Roads might capture the:

  • The grandeur of ancient and medieval cities along the Silk Roads, including their monumental citadels, temples, mosques, and palaces;
  • Internal architecture and designs of the historic monuments and places;
  • A mix of architectural styles and motifs found in the Silk Roads cities reflects the diverse artistic influences across the region;
  • Modern cities and monuments that continue to reflect the legacy of the Silk Roads, such as towering skyscrapers and museums;
  • Impact of urbanism and architecture on the people and communities of the Silk Roads, from traditional neighborhoods to modern urban sprawl;
  • Role of architecture and urbanism in promoting sustainable development and cultural heritage preservation along the Silk Roads, and its impact on local communities.

Eligibility Criteria

The photography contest is open to everyone between 14 and 25 years old, regardless of his or her country of residence, except employees of UNESCO and the donor, China World Peace Foundation, and their family members (parents, children, siblings, and spouses).

There will be two categories:

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  • 14 to 17 years old
  • 18 to 25 years old

Prizes

  • Three winners in each age category will receive a professional camera. First-place winners will receive a professional camera. Second-place winners will receive a semi-professional camera. Third-place winners will win a standard-model digital camera.
  • In addition, around 60 of the best photos from the contest will appear in a professional photo album and will be showcased in an exhibition held in various locations around the world.

Application Process

  • Before officially entering the Youth Eyes on the Silk Roads Photo Contest, you are encouraged to read the Rules and Themes sections to understand a clear idea of the requirements for the photos.
  • To participate, you should first create an account by completing the mandatory fields here.
  • You will then be able to send your photos to the contest’s website via your account. You can send from 1 to 20 photos maximum.

Click here to view the official notification of the UNESCO Youth Eyes on the Silk Roads Photo Contest 2023.