There are stories you’ll recognize, and stories overlooked. Broad perspectives, and intimate insider views. Get insights from the global jury about the 42 awarded projects of the 2026 World Press Photo Contest, selected from 57,376 submitted photographs.
The world premiere of the World Press Photo Exhibition 2026, showcasing the results of this year’s Contest, will open at De Nieuwe Kerk in Amsterdam, the Netherlands on 24 April. The annual exhibition will then start its worldwide tour. See the calendar.
For an organization whose core is responsible photojournalism, the question is: Is it still relevant? Can it survive the onslaught of manipulated images? And as World Press Photo, what is our role? Read the reflections from our executive director.
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