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Award

30th Luis Valtueña Humanitarian Photography Award 2026

Award opportunity. Deadline: 2026-10-11

Type: Award
Organizer: Médicos del Mundo Spain
Deadline: 11 October 2026
Where: Spain
Compensation: €6,000 prize for the winner, €2,000 for second, third, and fourth prizes, and €1,500 for the Special Prize.
Disciplines: photography, photojournalism, documentary photography

About this opportunity

The 30th Luis Valtueña Humanitarian Photography Award, organized by Médicos del Mundo Spain, invites photographers worldwide to submit series that highlight human rights abuses, social inequities, and humanitarian issues. With a total prize pool exceeding €13,500, including a €6,000 first prize, the award also offers exhibition and publication opportunities.

Who can apply

Open to amateur and professional photographers of any nationality, aged 18 or older.
Only one application/series per entrant.
At least 50% of the images must have been taken between 2025 and 2026.