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YJI Photography - News Photo

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

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YJI Photography - News Photo is a competition by Youth Journalism International (YJI), open to students across India.

Mode

Online

Fee

$7

Duration

Annual contest cycle

Format

Individual

Time needed

Submission of previously published photograph

About This Opportunity

The YJI Photography News Photo category is part of the annual Youth Journalism International Excellence in Journalism Contest, recognizing exceptional photojournalism by young photographers. This category focuses on single images that capture newsworthy events, documenting significant moments as they unfold.

Non-professional journalists aged 19 and under from any country may submit previously published news photographs. Entries must be accessible online with a public link and should demonstrate the ability to convey the essential elements of a news story through a single powerful image.

Winners receive custom-made award certificates, with recognition from first place to honorable mention. All entries are evaluated by a global panel of more than two dozen judges, including professional journalists, teachers, and media experts from around the world.

The category provides an international platform for young photojournalists to gain recognition for their news photography skills and develop competencies in visual storytelling, timing, and journalistic observation.

Eligibility

Grade Level
Age Range
- 19 years
Location
Nationwide

Prerequisites

  • Published news photograph accessible online

Open to non-professional journalists aged 19 and under worldwide. Photographs must have been published during the previous calendar year. Entries must be accessible online with a public link.

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Academic Details

JournalismPhotographyMedia StudiesVisual Arts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Rewards & Recognition

Certificate

Award Certificate

Custom-made award certificate for winners from first place to honorable mention

Recognition

International Photography Recognition

Skills your child builds

PhotojournalismNews PhotographyVisual StorytellingPhoto CompositionJournalistic Observation

Highlights

  • International photography contest for young photojournalists
  • Judged by 24+ professional journalists, teachers, and media experts worldwide
  • Part of the long-running YJI Excellence in Journalism Contest since 2010

Rounds & format

Single round evaluation of previously published news photographs by a global panel of judges

How entries are judged

Entries evaluated for news value, impact, composition, and ability to capture the essence of a newsworthy event in a single image

How to apply

  1. 1Submit entry via YJI online form with public link to published photograph
  2. 2Pay entry fee of $7 USD (fee waivers available for financial hardship)

Fees & financial support

Fee details

Individual entry fee is $7 USD. Team entry (5 or fewer) is $15, team entry (6 or more) is $25. Fee waivers available for individuals experiencing financial hardship.

Financial support

Fee waivers available for individuals experiencing financial hardship. Contact contest@youthjournalism.org. All financial information is kept confidential.

Frequently asked questions

Is YJI Photography - News Photo free?

$7 registration

Who can participate in YJI Photography - News Photo?

children aged undefined-19.

What will my child gain from YJI Photography - News Photo?

Custom-made award certificate for winners. International recognition for news photography excellence. Evaluation by 24+ professional judges worldwide. Portfolio enhancement for aspiring photojournalists. Development of visual storytelling and news photography skills.

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Provider

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