Deadline: August 31, 2026
Applications are open for the UNESCO-UNEVOC Skills in Action Photo Competition 2026. The UNESCO-UNEVOC Skills in Action Photo Competition celebrates the transformative role of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in preparing young people with the skills needed for the future. This is your chance to capture inspiring moments that demonstrate how TVET contributes to innovation, inclusion, sustainability and youth employment.
Entries can focus on one or more of this year’s categories. You are allowed to submit up to one (1) entry per category for a maximum of four (4) submissions.
- Equity and inclusion: Show that skills development opportunities should be available to everyone regardless of gender, ethnicity, nationality, socio-economic status or disability.
- Green skills and sustainability: Shine a spotlight on resource-efficient technologies, sustainable practices or green jobs.
- Digital transformation and artificial intelligence: Capture images of young people engaged in coding, robotics, virtual reality or the use of AI tools.
- Innovation and excellence: Highlight innovative training and skills that improve quality, productivity and efficiency.
Prizes
- 1st prize: USD $750
- 2nd prize: USD $500
- 3rd prize: USD $350
In addition, winners will receive:
- An official certificate.
- Publication of their work on the UNESCO-UNEVOC Flickr account.
- Promotion through UNESCO-UNEVOC’s social media channels.
All submitted photographs become the property of UNESCO-UNEVOC and may be used in future publications, media campaigns and promotional materials.
Eligibility
You are eligible to participate if:
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You are the owner or copyright holder of the submitted photograph(s).
Selection Process
Submissions will be evaluated based on:
- Relevance to the competition theme
- Originality and uniqueness
- Creativity
- Innovative communication of the message
The winners will be announced on UNESCO-UNEVOC’s digital platforms.
Application
Each photo submission should include:
- A title.
- A brief description (maximum 75 words).
- Information on where and when the photo was taken.
- A completed submission form.
File specifications:
- JPEG format required.
- RAW/TIFF files accepted as an advantage.
- Minimum length of the longest side: 3,000 pixels.
- Minor digital adjustments permitted if disclosed.
Email your submissions to: [email protected] following the guidelines below.
- Complete and sign the submission form. Make sure you fill in the category of your photo.
- In the email subject line, include your last name followed by “SAPC26 Submission” (e.g. Muller – SAPC26 Submission).
- Attach the completed submission form and your photo submission(s) to the email.
- If your files are too large to send by email, provide a link to a cloud storage platform. Please ensure the link is publicly accessible and does not require sign-in, permission requests, or additional access approvals.
For more information, visit UNESCO-UNEVOC Skills in Action Photo Competition.
