Generations United is now accepting submissions for its annual photo contest, Stronger Together: Generations Side by Side. Open to amateur photographers of all ages, the contest organisers seek photos that “capture the power and beauty of intergenerational relationships in action, and convey the important roles that younger and older people play in each others’ lives”. Submissions for the 2010 contest must be uploaded to the Generations United Flickr group by 15 June 2010. As always, we suggest that you read the rules before entering your work.

Press Release

GENERATIONS UNITED ANNOUNCES 2010 INTERGENERATIONAL PHOTO CONTEST

(WASHINGTON, D.C.)  National nonprofit Generations United is now accepting submissions for its annual photo contest, “Stronger Together: Generations Side by Side.”

The contest is open to amateur photographers of all ages.

Photo submissions should capture the power and beauty of intergenerational relationships in action, and convey the important roles that younger and older people play in each others’ lives. Winning photos are often candid shots of intergenerational relationships in action. Plan intergenerational activities where younger and older participants are taking photographs to gather entries.

Submissions for the 2010 contest must be uploaded to the Generations United Flickr group, at www.flickr.com/groups/GenerationsUnited by June 15, 2010. Only digital entries will be accepted. For instructions on how to use Flickr, download the flyer located here: http://www.gu.org/IG_Photo_Contest.asp

Created in 2001 with generous support from MetLife Foundation, the contest has since expanded into a yearly tradition with entries from all over the world. The grand prize winner receives $250; second place receives $100 and third place receives $50. Honorable Mentions will be awarded. Photographers under age 23 without access to a digital camera should contact Roxana Martinez at [email protected].

Formed in 1986, Generations United is the national membership organization focused solely on improving the lives of children, youth, and older people through intergenerational strategies, programs, and public policies. Representing more than 100 national, state, and local organizations and individuals representing more than 70 million Americans, Generations United serves as a resource for educating policymakers and the public about the economic, social, and personal imperatives of intergenerational cooperation.

Photo © Mihály Árva-Tóth, 1976 | Not affiliated with Generations United | Used here for illustration purposes only

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