Photivation: Human Rights captured
The Development Education program aims to raising awareness and increasing understanding of HIV&AIDS, gender equality and human rights issues.
In November 2010 EIL Intercultural Learning, an Irish "not for profit" organisation, launched Photivation, human rights captured a photo competition aimed at raising awareness of human rights through photography.
The competition wanted to challenge stereotypes and encourage people to think about how we use images to represent people around the world.
Members of the public were invited to vote online, rate the photos and shortlist the 10 finalist photos. An international panel of independent guest judges with expertise in international development issues and photography choose the winning photo among the 10 finalists.We are please to announce that the winning photo is "Passed By", by George Voronov
Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 30 words. Click on a term to explore the photos on that theme that people have submitted.
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How to vote
How do I vote?
Click upon an image to be taken to it's page, then click upon the number of stars you wish to award it.
Do I need to register to vote?
No, it's possible to vote without registering.
Who can vote?
Anyone can vote on the photos.
Is there a limit on how many photos I can vote for?
No, feel free to rate as many images as you wish, though you can only vote for a particular photo once.
I see a photo I like that has a 5 star rating, should I bother voting for it?
Yes! The photos will be short listed on a combination of the number of times people have voted for it and it's average rating. Your votes and ratings count!
How to enter
What kind of photos can I enter?
The photographs may represent images of human rights values, how human rights are promoted or denied; the interpretation is open to you.
You must be the copyright holder of submitted photos: you cant enter other peoples photos as your own. By entering the competition you are granting the rights for EIL Intercultural Learning to display your photos on its website and make use of them to promote our activities, however you retain copyright of the image and we wont pass them on without asking your permission.
How many photos can I enter?
Each entrant may submit up to three photographs to the competition.
Who can enter?
This competition is open to the general public, any member of the EIL Network, any past or current participant in our programmes.
I'm not in Ireland, can I still enter?
Yes, though please be aware that you're responsible for making yourself available to receive any prize awarded i.e. we wont be flying to Ireland, however much we would like to meet you. In the event that the winner is unable to receive their prize EIL retains the right to award the prize to a runner up.
What is the deadline for entries?
The deadline for submissions is midnight Irish time, Monday, 17th January 2011.
How will the competition be judged?
Members of the public are invited to vote online and rate the photos. The public vote is open until midnight Monday, 31st January 2011, Irish local time. This voting will shortlist the images and the top 10 will be adjudicated upon by a panel of independent guest judges by Friday, 5th February 2011.
The guest judges are:
Matthias Fiedler, IDEA (Irish Developmen Education Association), Ireland
Pesai Piri, Young Women in Action (member of the Zambian delegation visiting Ireland), Zambia
Holy Ramanankasina, Dóchas (association of Irish Non-Governmental Development Organisations), Ireland
Gabriele Pierantoni, The Trinity Photographic Society Professional, Ireland
Do I need to include extra information with the photo?
Please include a title, tag your photo with all the Human Rights themes you feel are appropriate and write a brief caption explaining your interpretation of the photo. Make sure you include a good caption describing the situation, where and when the picture is taken and the names of the subjects. Aim to have a maximum word limit between 50 to 100 words, some context to your photo is great, but this isnt an essay competition.
How can I submit my photos?
Photos must be submitted online via the EIL website. You need to register an account with us to be able to submit your photos.
I'm a previous participant, my photos are already on your website, can I still enter them?
Yes, however you do need to submit them to the compeition, they wont be automatically entered. If you run into any problems or no longer have access to the originals please get in touch via eilpictures@eilireland.org.
I've just submitted a photo and it hasn't appeared in the Latest Photos! What's going on?
The website uses a form of caching to minimise the load on the server, it takes a snap shot of the page and serves that up to visitors. If you check back in 5 to 10 minutes you should see your photo.
Do I need to scale or crop my photo so that it'll fit on your website?
No, the website automatically prepares the versions of the images it needs, please simply upload your original.
What should I do if I want to change a submission or have more questions?
If you have any queries or wish to change/update any information you may have uploaded, please do not hesitate in contacting us at eilpictures@eilireland.org. Please be aware that if you delete one photo from the competition to submit another any votes for that deleted photo entry will be lost, even if you then change your mind again and resubmit it.
Is there any guidance on what sort of photos to submit?
Submitted photos should respect the Dóchas Code of Conduct on Images and Messages by avoiding images and messages that potentially stereotype, sensationalise or discriminate against people, situations or places and by using images, messages and case studies with the full understanding, participation and permission of the subjects (or subjects' parents/guardians).
By respecting the Dóchas Code of Conduct on Images and Messages, EIL Intercultural Learning is committed to a set of principles, ensuring that the choices of images and messages are based on the paramount principles of:
- Respect for the dignity of the people concerned.
- Belief in the equality of all people.
- Acceptance of the need to promote fairness, solidarity and justice.
What should I consider before submitting a photo?
Before submitting your photo, please consider:
- Does the image respect the dignity of the subject portrayed?
- Is this image giving a true representation of the subject portrayed in a wider context?
- Have all the subjects of the image/story agreed to this application of their image/story?
- Would the use of this image cause offence or hurt?
- Might the use of this image contribute to cultural or racial stereotyping of people, places and situations?
- Did I include a good caption describing the situation, where and when the picture is taken and the names of the subjects?
The Dóchas Code of Conduct on Images and Messages
Dóchas is the association of Irish Non-Governmental Development Organisations. Dóchas provides a forum for consultation and co-operation between its members and helps them speak with a single voice on development issues.
The Dóchas Code of Conduct on Images and Messages offers a set of guiding principles that can assist organisations in their decision-making about which images and messages to choose in their communication while maintaining full respect for human dignity.
You can learn more about the code on the Dóchas Code page, but here are the key guiding principles:
Choices of images and messages will be made based on the paramount principles of:
- Respect for the dignity of the people concerned;
- Belief in the equality of all people;
- Acceptance of the need to promote fairness, solidarity and justice.
Accordingly, in all our communications and where practical and reasonable within the need to reflect reality, we strive to:
- Choose images and related messages based on values of respect equality, solidarity and justice;
- Truthfully represent any image or depicted situation both in its immediate and in its wider context so as to improve public understanding of the realities and complexities of development;
- Avoid images and messages that potentially stereotype, sensationalise or discriminate against people, situations or places;
Use images, messages and case studies with the full understanding, participation and permission of the subjects (or subjects' parents/guardian); - Ensure those whose situation is being represented have the opportunity to communicate their stories themselves;
- Establish and record whether the subjects wish to be named or identifiable and always act accordingly;
- Conform to the highest standards in relation to human rights and protection of the vulnerable people.