• National Geographic
• Deadline: April 22nd, 2025
• Prize: Grant between $20,000 - $100,000
• Theme: Green Development
• Entry Fees: Free
• REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE
Safe and clean water is essential for healthy lives and is a key driver for social and economic progress. Yet, around the globe, millions of people continue to live without reliable access to this basic resource. The shortage is often exacerbated by climate change, which impacts rainfall patterns, worsens droughts, and leads to the depletion of freshwater sources. Overuse and unsustainable management of water resources also contribute to the scarcity, especially in regions with high demand or limited infrastructure. Recognizing these challenges, Sustainable Development Goal 6 was established to ensure that everyone has access to affordable, safe drinking water by 2030. However, meeting this target is proving to be a considerable challenge, requiring coordinated global efforts, financial investment, and innovative solutions.
In an effort to support this mission, the National Geographic Society launched the World Freshwater Initiative to address water scarcity and educate the public on this pressing issue. One of the initiative's central projects, the World Water Map, serves as a visual guide to global water availability, highlighting the regions most affected by shortages. In partnership with the Conrad Hilton Foundation’s Safe Water Initiative, National Geographic is also committed to amplifying the voices of local storytellers, journalists, and conservationists through financial support and grants. This partnership is particularly focused on encouraging applications from storytellers in underrepresented areas, including sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East, who can offer unique perspectives and local insights into the water crisis.
Prospective applicants should have a solid understanding of the communities they intend to report on and a background in media or storytelling. To be considered, applicants must submit a portfolio showcasing their past work, which should demonstrate their ability to capture meaningful narratives on water-related issues.
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