The countdown is on for entries into an all-island photography competition that is seeking images of older people – relatives, friends, neighbours, work colleagues - doing everyday activities.
Launched by the Institute of Public Health (IPH) in April, the 'How We Age' photography competition seeks to reframe how older people are portrayed in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
The Institute intends hopes to use the entries to create a gallery of stock images in order to promote healthy ageing, which may become a free image source for allied organisations.
The ‘How We Age' competition seeks to capture the lived experiences of older people and is seeking images that portray older people in an authentic and inclusive way - regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion, politics, culture, ability, income, or post code.
Entrants can submit up to a maximum of three photos and all entries must be submitted via the online entry form on the IPH website, which can be accessed at www.publichealth.ie/photo.
The competition is free to enter, open to residents of Ireland and Northern Ireland over the age of 18, and is open for entries until 30 June 2022.
IPH Director of Ageing Development and Research, Professor Roger O’Sullivan said: "The process of ageing has been significantly redefined in recent decades, with more and more people living longer and healthier lives, but that is not always reflected in how older people are often portrayed in our communities".
"We are really excited to see how the theme of ‘How We Age’ is interpreted and captured by photographers of all ages across Ireland and Northern Ireland."
Later in the year, the Institute intends to launch the 'How We Age' gallery of selected images to mark International Day of Older Persons on 1 October.
Any queries about this competition can be emailed to communications@publichealth.ie.
