Walk of Water Photostory Contest 2026: Out of Sight ($9,000 prize pool)
Brief Description
The
Walk of Water Photostory Contest 2026: Out of Sight invites global storytellers to capture the vital links between water, health, and sanitation. Marking its sixth edition, this
photo contest 2026 challenges you to explore themes ranging from clean rivers and community blue spaces to the unseen world of wastewater surveillance and sanitation. If you are a photographer or organization passionate about highlighting how water shapes human and environmental well-being, this opportunity offers a share of a
US$9,000 prize pool. Winning photo stories will also be featured in the
2027 Walk of Water exhibitions and published globally with media partners, providing an international platform for your
water photography grant submission.
Name of Host Institution
Walk of Water organizers and sponsors
Requirements/Eligibility Criteria
- Open to individuals and organisations of all ages and nationalities.
- Entrants under 18 must have a parent or guardian co-sign the photo licence.
- Employees of the organisers and sponsors, jury members, and their immediate families are not eligible for prizes.
- Entries must be the original work of the participant and must not plagiarise or infringe any intellectual-property rights.
- Participants must obtain necessary consents where identifiable people, especially children, appear in the photos.
Prizes and Exhibition Opportunities
The total prize pool for this sixth edition is
US$9,000. Beyond the financial awards, the strongest photo stories will be showcased in the
2027 Walk of Water exhibitions and published alongside media partners worldwide.
Deadline
November 20, 2026Apply Now
π‘ Quick FAQ & IntelligenceTap to Expand
Q: What specific focus areas are highlighted under the "Out of Sight" theme?
The theme covers water and health, clean rivers, dignified toilets, wastewater management, and the unseen work of wastewater surveillance such as sample collection, laboratory analysis, and tracking pathogens.
Q: Can minors participate in the Walk of Water Photostory Contest?
Yes, entrants of all ages can participate, but individuals under 18 must have a parent or guardian co-sign their photo licence.
Q: Are entries restricted to professional photographers only?
No, the contest is open to both individuals and organizations of all ages and nationalities, regardless of professional status.
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