Applications are now open for the 2026 Ian Parry photojournalism grant. The Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant is an international photographic competition for young photographers who are 24 years of age or under, or anyone who is studying in a full-time photographic course. Entrants must submit a portfolio of 12 images and a clear proposal of a project they would undertake if they received the grant.
Benefits
The recipient will receive £10,000 towards their chosen project
Loan of Canon equipment to the IP Grant recipient
Publication of images by our media partner The Guardian
Eligible for inclusion in the Hamburg portfolio review
Eligible for inclusion in the VII Mentorship programme
A year-long personal mentorship with an assignment from the Founder and CEO of Legacy of War Foundation, renowned photojournalist Giles Duley
One recipient will also receive the Gentex Corp Personal Safety Award, receiving personal safety equipment, body armor and Hostile Environment Training.
Save the Children will select one of the IPPG’s finalists to undertake a professional photography commission for STC.
Each year a selection of finalists will have their work spotlighted by the panel of industry judges
Each year a selection of entrants will have their work spotlighted via the IPPG channels
How to enter
Candidates applying for the Grant should ensure that their application contains the following information:
Training Workshops
Your name, date of birth, permanent address, personal email address, personal telephone number, and if applicable, college, the course title, and course tutor.
If age 25 or over, you will need proof of student status, including a letter from a tutor
A portfolio of 12 photographs, either a photo essay or individual photos with a project description giving us details of the portfolio you have uploaded for this application.
Extended captions for each image as a PDF document.
A clear project proposal explaining what project you would undertake if you received the scholarship.
Submission Timeline
1 May 2026: Submission start
31 August 2026: Submission deadline
October 2026: Recipients announcement
Method of Application
For More Information,
Visit the Official Webpage
Application Deadline: 31 August 2026.