Photography Contest
The Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant 2025
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Cash PrizeThe 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.
What recipients receive
The recipient will receive £10,000 towards their chosen project
Publication of images by our media partner The Guardian
Loan of Canon equipment for 1 year for the IP Grant winner to complete their proposed project
Inclusion in the Hamburg portfolio review
A year-long personal mentorship with an industry expert
An assignment by the Founder and CEO of Legacy of War Foundation, renowned photojournalist Giles Duley
We also offer conflict training and body armour to one recipient
In addition, each year a selection of long-listed individuals will have their work spotlighted by the panel of industry judges
How to enter
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 your tutor
A portfolio of 12 photographs, either a photo essay or individual photos.
A project description giving us details of the portfolio you have uploaded for this application
A clear project proposal explaining what project you would undertake if you received the scholarship.
Extended captions for each image as a PDF document.
Please follow the instructions on our submission form carefully.
About Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant
The Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant supports young and emerging photographers as they embark on their career in the world of photojournalism.
We offer financial support, mentorship and ongoing assistance for the promotion of their work.
Importantly, the recipient becomes part of a network of past recipients and an extended family of people who care deeply about the grant and believe in the importance of photojournalism.
The grant started over three decades ago in honour of photojournalist Ian Parry who died while on assignment for The Sunday Times during the Romanian revolution in 1989 at the age of 24.
Each year we hold a free and globally reaching open call and award The Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant which strives to spotlight new talent in photojournalism.
Entrants must submit a portfolio of 12 images and a clear proposal of a project they would undertake if they received the grant.
What recipients receive
The recipient will receive £10,000 towards their chosen project
Publication of images by our media partner The Guardian
Loan of Canon equipment for 1 year for the IP Grant winner to complete their proposed project
Inclusion in the Hamburg portfolio review
A year-long personal mentorship with an industry expert
An assignment by the Founder and CEO of Legacy of War Foundation, renowned photojournalist Giles Duley
We also offer conflict training and body armour to one recipient
In addition, each year a selection of long-listed individuals will have their work spotlighted by the panel of industry judges
How to enter
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 your tutor
A portfolio of 12 photographs, either a photo essay or individual photos.
A project description giving us details of the portfolio you have uploaded for this application
A clear project proposal explaining what project you would undertake if you received the scholarship.
Extended captions for each image as a PDF document.
Please follow the instructions on our submission form carefully.
About Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant
The Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant supports young and emerging photographers as they embark on their career in the world of photojournalism.
We offer financial support, mentorship and ongoing assistance for the promotion of their work.
Importantly, the recipient becomes part of a network of past recipients and an extended family of people who care deeply about the grant and believe in the importance of photojournalism.
The grant started over three decades ago in honour of photojournalist Ian Parry who died while on assignment for The Sunday Times during the Romanian revolution in 1989 at the age of 24.
Each year we hold a free and globally reaching open call and award The Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant which strives to spotlight new talent in photojournalism.
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