Call for Human Face of Ramadan Photo Contest (Fully-Sponsored Hajj Pilgrimage) 2017

The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation OIC is pleased to announce the first edition of Ramadan Social Media Photo Competition. The competition is open to all citizens of an OIC member state aged 18 and above.

Application Deadline: The competition closes 1 week after Ramadan 1438.

Eligible Countries: OIC member states

To be taken at (country): online

About the Award: The winning pictures can depict social, economic and cultural aspect of the theme of the competition. Entries can depict Ramadan’s spirituality, generosity, spirit of sharing, gathering, divers Muslims’ traditions and cultures during Ramadan which all fall within the OIC’s objectives of promoting Islamic solidarity, brotherhood and cultural awareness. The pictures will be published on OIC website and social Media platforms throughout the month of Ramadan.

Type: Photo contest

Eligibility: 

• Competitors must like or follow OIC Social Media Platforms.
• The photograph must have been taken during the 1438 Ramadan fast depicting the Human Face of Ramadan.
• Candidates should include their name, age, location, date of the picture, tittle and a short caption.
• Only non-professional photographers with keen eye and creative mind are eligible to participate.
• Pictures entered for other competitions are not eligible.

Selection Process: The entries will be published on OIC website and social media platforms throughout the month of Ramadan and Eid periods. OIC special jury will then select 10 winners after the close of the competition using specific criteria and will announce the winners on its website and social media platforms.

Number of Awardees: 10

Value of Award: The 10 winners with 10 best photographs will be sponsored for Umrah and visit to the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah at the start of Umrah season after Hajj (October or November 2017).

Duration of Contest: Duration of Ramadan

How to Apply: To enter the competition, candidate should simply upload a picture on the OIC website only and fill the form. For practical reasons, the upload process will not accept images greater than 7 MB. Candidates should ensure it is in JPEG format. OIC cannot be held responsible for problems associated with entry submission. Describe the view and location of the image so its authenticity and eligibility can be verified for the competition.

Languages: Arabic, English and French

Visit Award Webpage for details

Award Provider: Organisation of Islamic Cooperation

Important Notes: Candidates should please avoid digital manipulation. The photograph should faithfully represent the scene as it was seen. Only photos deemed suitable for public viewing will be published on OIC website and Social Media platforms.