Real Stories. Real Lives. Where People and Wildlife Meet.
What does living with wildlife really look like?
Across the world, people and wildlife share the same land — sometimes in harmony, sometimes in tension. This competition invites you to show the real stories of coexistence: your experiences, your perspective, your truth.
We are looking for authentic, respectful, and powerful images. Not sensationalised. Not staged. Your photos should reflect dignity, agency, and lived experience. If your image includes identifiable people, you must have taken it with full consent and respect.
If you are 18 or older, wherever you live, we invite you to enter — no professional experience required.
Competition Categories
Life on the Edge: Where People and Wildlife Meet
Everyday moments where people and animals share space.
- Walking past animal tracks on the way to school
- Herding livestock near wild animals
- Farming, collecting water, or relaxing with wildlife nearby
- Unexpected but peaceful encounters in fields, forests, or villages
These are quiet stories of shared spaces and daily life.
Reality Check: The Challenges of Living with Wildlife
Honest images of what happens when sharing space becomes difficult.
- Crop or livestock losses
- Homemade deterrents or warning tools
- Scenes of resilience, damage, or adaptation
These are stories of challenge, endurance, and strength.
Custodians of the Land: Community Conservation in Action
Celebrating people who care for nature — formally or informally.
- Rangers on patrol
- Sustainable harvesting or replanting
- Traditional knowledge and wisdom
- Youth-led environmental projects
These are stories of leadership, stewardship, and deep connection.
The Competition Process
- Photos will first be shortlisted by the Jamma team early September 2025.
- A panel of independent judges select the final winners by early of September 2025.
- Winners will be notified by phone or email mid September 2025
- Winners will be publicly announced at the awards ceremony in South Africa in October 2025.
Photos will be judged on:
- Relevance to Theme – How well does the photo reflect the chosen category?
- Storytelling Impact – Does the photo evoke emotion, spark curiosity, or offer insight?
- Context and Authenticity – Is it honest, grounded, and respectful? We welcome phone photos and informal shots that tell the truth.
How Will Photos Be Judged?
You don’t need fancy equipment or professional training — we are looking for real stories that reflect life with wildlife.
The judging panel will consider:
- Relevance to the Category: Does your photo fit the theme?
- Storytelling Impact: Does it spark emotion, curiosity, or reflection?
- Authenticity and Context: Is it honest, respectful, and grounded in real experience?
- Technical Quality: Basic focus, composition, and clarity — but perfect photography skills are not required.
Phone photos, informal shots, and simple everyday scenes are very welcome.
Key Dates
- Deadline for entries: 31 August 2025, 23:59 (GMT)
- Shortlist announced: September 2025
- Winners notified: By end September 2025
- Awards Ceremony: October 2025, South Africa
What You Could Win
- $1,000 cash prize (per category winner, paid via bank transfer)
- $3,000 community donation to a local organisation you nominate (must meet eligibility and verification criteria)
Entry Rules (In Short)
- Open to anyone aged 18 or older, from anywhere in the world.
- You can submit up to 5 different photos.
- All photos must be your original work.
- Basic editing is allowed. No AI-generated or heavily manipulated images.
- You retain full ownership; by entering, you grant Jamma permission to use your photo (with credit) for advocacy, education, and exhibitions.
- You must confirm that you accept the full competition Terms & Conditions when you submit.
How to Enter
You can submit your photos in 3 easy ways:
Online Form Submission
Upload your photos [up to 5] directly via the form below.
Email Submission
Send your entry to info@jamma.co with:
- Your full name, country, and age
- The category you’re entering
- A short caption/story (50–100 words)
- The location where the photo was taken
- A few words about your connection to the place or story
WhatsApp Submission
Message us at: [+44 7503 151595]
Follow the instructions in the automated reply
Questions?
Email us at info@jamma.co.
