Every life—no matter where or how it unfolds—is filled with emotional moments, memories, objects, and stories. Photography has the power to capture these moments and reveal the reality, emotions, and narratives behind them. A single frame can tell the world about tragedies, uncover hidden feelings, inspire hope, or bring a smile. It condenses efforts, dreams, despair, and expectations into one unforgettable “moment.”
| 3rd International Photography Contest In Memory of Sümeyra Gelir Theme: Hope and Resistance |
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| A photograph taken behind prison fences. A mother. A child. And a wide smile on her face: Sümeyra. |
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| This contest is dedicated to the memory of Sümeyra Gelir, who was forced to care for her two younger siblings while her mother was imprisoned, and who lost her life at the age of 15 after an epileptic seizure on April 3, 2025. | ||||
This contest is a call to witness:
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| Submission Period: January 10 – March 15, 2026 |
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| Awards: 🥇 $1,000 🥈 $750 🥉 $500 |
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| Submit your work: [email protected] www.silencedturkey.org |
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| With a single photograph, you can leave a mark on memory. Join this call. Be a witness.
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