THE MARILYN STAFFORD FOTOREPORTAGE AWARD 2026 IS NOW OPEN

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The Marilyn Stafford FotoReportage Award, now in its 10th year, launches on

International Women’s Day – 8th March

The FotoAward of £4,000, facilitated by FotoDocument and supported by Nikon, is granted annually to a professional female photographer towards the completion of a compelling and cohesive documentary photo essay, which addresses an important social, environmental, economic, or cultural issue, whether local or global.

The Award is reserved solely for documentary photographers working on projects which are intended to make the world a better place and which may be unreported / under-reported. The work should, in part, showcase positive solutions to any issue/s it raises and demonstrate impact through practical engagement on the ground.

Women from any stage of their careers are welcome to apply, whether emerging, mid-career or established. They must already have started the photo essay for which they are seeking funding and able to show work in progress. In addition, they must already have completed at least one other documentary photo essay to demonstrate track record. Entrants must be over 18, they may be any nationality and based anywhere in the world. It is free to submit.

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Image credit: Marilyn Stafford

Indira Gandhi (1917-1984), New Delhi, 1971. Following the war with Pakistan, Indira Gandhi toured India visiting army bases and hospitals in Kashmir.