The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has announced a photography competition in honour of Black History Month this October. The theme for this year’s photo contest is ‘Diversity at Sea,’ celebrating multiculturalism within the maritime sector.
IMO invites photo submissions from all skill levels showcasing unique perspectives on maritime life. Whether capturing diverse crews, the rich cultural mosaic of port cities, or the daily experiences of maritime professionals worldwide, entries are invited interpreting ‘Diversity at Sea’.
The IMO says this is a chance to celebrate and showcase the resilience, expertise, and cultural heritage that shape our oceans and the people who navigate them
Deadline for submissions is 5 September 2024. The top three submissions will win the following prizes:
First place: GoPro Hero 12 Creator Edition
Second place: GoPro 12 Hero Black
Third place: GoPro 11 Black Mini
Winning entries, along with a selection of highly commended submissions, will be displayed online and in-person in physical displays at the IMO Headquarters. The winners will be announced during IMO’s Black History Month panel event on 11 October 2024.
Each participant may submit up to three high-quality photos. Email high-quality entries to IMO’s racial equity and equality group (ree@imo.org ) with the subject: Black History Month 2024 – Photo Competition. Include in emailed entries the submitter name, occupation, location of photo, caption, and attach the photo.
By submitting photos, participants agree for IMO to use their images online and in physical displays at IMO Headquarters.
