Photography 4 Humanity 2025 is a global photography competition dedicated to capturing compelling visual narratives surrounding the pressing issues of climate justice, human rights, and environmental change. Each year, the initiative attracts skilled photographers from around the globe who use the powerful medium of photography to bring urgent stories of resilience, struggle, and advocacy to international attention. Participants are encouraged to submit impactful images that shed light on the human dimension of climate change, showcasing communities affected by rising sea levels, extreme weather events, displacement, and resource scarcity, as well as highlighting solutions rooted in environmental sustainability and social equity.
The competition stands as a unique collaboration between Photography 4 Humanity and the United Nations, emphasizing the power of visual storytelling to foster awareness and inspire action toward the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By focusing specifically on human rights and climate justice, Photography 4 Humanity not only documents the devastating impacts of environmental crises but also advocates for systemic change, amplifying underrepresented voices and showcasing community-driven responses and innovations. The initiative serves as a critical platform for photographers dedicated to activism, visual journalism, and environmental advocacy, offering a globally recognized stage that contributes significantly to raising public consciousness about urgent global challenges.
Selected photographs from the competition, including the grand prize winner, finalists, and honorable mentions, are prominently exhibited on United Nations digital platforms and displayed in international exhibitions, providing widespread visibility to both the photographers and the pressing issues their images represent. Through these powerful visual narratives, Photography 4 Humanity 2025 aims to mobilize global action, influencing policymakers, stakeholders, and the public to commit to environmental responsibility and human rights advocacy. As climate-related challenges intensify worldwide, this competition underscores photography’s transformative potential to ignite dialogue, empathy, and ultimately, meaningful change.
There is no entry fee.
Eligibility
Open to all photographers worldwide aged 18 or older.
Prize
The winner of the 2025 Photography 4 Humanity Global Prize will receive $5,000 USD. Additionally, the winning photograph, along with the top 10 finalists and 20 honorable mentions, will be featured in a global exhibition hosted on UN.org, providing significant international exposure and recognition.
