Application Deadline: 14th of November, 2023 (at 4 PM EAT)
The annual International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA) provides a unique African-led platform for leaders across the continent to reflect on lessons learned in health and science and align on a way forward for creating more resilient health systems.
Expanding the horizons of the conference once again, CPHIA 2023 will showcase how the continent is breaking down barriers, reaffirming Africa as a powerhouse in science and innovation, generator of new knowledge and health products, and exemplar of progress.
As African countries accelerate the realization of a New Public Health Order, this year’s conference will help to build a healthier, more prosperous Africa – for the continent, and the world.
As part of its activities, Africa CDC is promoting artistic expression in a variety of formats, including photography, by launching an AMR photo competition called “AMR advocacy in photos”.
Theme of the photo contest
Preventing Antimicrobial resistance together.
Description: A captivating photograph(s) that illustrates the collaborative relationship between humans, animals, and the environment in preventing antimicrobial resistance, emphasizing the interconnection of our well-being, which collectively contributes to maintaining our health.
Eligibility
- The contest is open to students across Africa aged between 18 to 25 years old.
1st Phase: 1 winner per Region
This stage will consist of electing the regional winners for the 5 regions.
2nd Phase: The continental winner.
This stage will consist of electing the continental winner.
- Awards
1st phase: All the 1st phase winner (5 winners) will be offered the CPHIA Experience in Zambia Lusaka (and have the opportunity to interact with the AMR Stakeholders.
2nd phase: While in Zambia, the continental winner will receive the AMR advocacy contest Certificate and will be appointed as one of the Youth Africa CDC AMR champion
Submission
Formats for the photographs are the following: jpg, tiff, png, psd, bmp. Files must not be over 10 MB.
The following information must be provided in a word format:
- Author’s name
- Date of the photograph
- Place of the photograph (Location, Country)
- Title of the photograph
- Accompanying text explaining the nature of the photograph and how it relates to AMR Side event theme (100 words)
- Evaluation area
- Quality of the photo
- Emotion
- Story telling
- Relation to the main theme of the event.
- Selection Process
The selection will be done in two steps.
HOW TO SUBMIT
- Submission: Submit your photo + the word document describing the photograph + signed consent form.
- Deadline: The application will be open by the 30th October, 2023 and shall close by Friday 14th of November, 2023 (at 4PM EAT)
Should you have any queries or require further assistance, please contact us on Email: [email protected] , [email protected] and [email protected]
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the AMR Advocacy Photo Contest 2023