RFK Journalism Award: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Photographers documenting human rights and social justice can apply for this award to receive a cash prize and international recognition.
This award is a recognition program for photographers who focus their lens on human rights and social justice issues.
Who it's for
This scheme is designed for photographers who document human rights and social justice. It targets professionals whose photographic work highlights these specific themes, providing a way for creators to have their contributions to social justice documentation acknowledged.
What you get
If your work is selected, you receive a cash prize. Beyond the monetary benefit, the award provides international recognition, helping to bring global attention to both the photographer and the specific human rights or social justice stories they have captured.
What it costs you
To participate, you must provide proof of publication for your work. There is also an entry fee required to submit your work for consideration.
The catch to know
The main requirement regarding the timing of your work is that your photographs must have been published in a recognized outlet within the last year. Submissions featuring work published longer than twelve months ago will not qualify.
How to apply
- Identify your photographic work that covers human rights or social justice.
- Ensure the work has been published in a recognized outlet within the last year.
- Prepare your submission and the required proof of publication.
- Follow the official submission process and pay the entry fee.