ELIGIBILITY:

The Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant is an international photographic competition for young photographers who are 24 years of age or under, or anyone who is studying in a full-time photographic course. Entrants must submit a portfolio of 12 images and a clear proposal of a project they would undertake if they received the grant.

Participation is FREE

Candidates applying for the Grant should ensure that their application contains the following information: 

Your name, date of birth, permanent address, personal email address, personal telephone number, and if applicable, college, the course title, and course tutor. 

If age 25 or over, you will need proof of student status, including a letter from a tutor 

A portfolio of 12 photographs, either a photo essay or individual photos with a project description giving us details of the portfolio you have uploaded for this application. 

Extended captions for each image as a PDF document. 

A clear project proposal explaining what project you would undertake if you received the scholarship. 

Please follow the instructions on our submission form carefully. 

BENEFIT:

The recipient will receive £10,000 towards their chosen project 

Loan of Canon equipment to the IP Grant recipient 

Publication of images by our media partner The Guardian 

Eligible for inclusion in the Hamburg portfolio review 

Eligible for inclusion in the VII Mentorship programme 

A year-long personal mentorship with an assignment from the Founder and CEO of Legacy of War Foundation, renowned photojournalist Giles Duley 

One recipient will also receive the Gentex Corp Personal Safety Award, receiving personal safety equipment, body armor and Hostile Environment Training. 

Save the Children will select one of the IPPG’s finalists to undertake a professional photography commission for STC. 

Each year a selection of finalists will have their work spotlighted by the panel of industry judges 

Each year a selection of entrants will have their work spotlighted via the IPPG channels