Call for Submissions: Vital Voices “Expressions of Fatherhood: A Photographic Exploration” Initiative 2024: (Deadline 1 August, 2024)

Submissions are invited for the Vital Voices “Expressions of Fatherhood: A Photographic Exploration” Initiative 2024. This call invites you to explore the various expressions of fatherhood and the provision of care services, recognizing that the provision of care services by men goes beyond biological or adoptive fatherhood and encompasses functions such as uncles, grandparents, coaches and friends.

Despite progress, gaps in gender equality persist, making the active participation of men as allies and agents of change necessary. Women’s participation in the labor market, the unequal burden of unpaid care work, limited political representation, unsafe work environments, and disparities in sexual health, reproductive health, and human rights contribute to the problem.

One way to promote healthier masculinities is to encourage men to take on the role of caregiver and, specifically, to actively participate in raising children. This benefits children and families and contributes to the mental and emotional well-being of men.

The selected photographs will be highlighted in an exhibition organized by various institutions, including the Organization of American States, underscoring the importance of promoting healthy, equitable and non-violent masculinities in the region.

Categories 

• Documentary Photography, Photojournalism and Open Format.

Eligibility

• They invite submissions from any from individuals, activists, and photographers.
• They should reside in the Americas.
• Entries should focus on the theme.

Entry Requirements

• Media: Photography
  • Up to three high-resolution digital images (images should be presented in JPEG format with image size set to 300 dpi resolution, 6″ x 6″ image size, approximately).
• Written Component: A short statement (no more than 500 words)

Application

Applicants should send their entry to artmus@oas.org. All entries must be submitted by August 1, 2024.

For more information, visit Vital Voices.