Final Stage – winners

Here are the finalists of the contest IMAGES AND MESSAGES FROM THE WORLD, selected based on a combination of popular votes and the votes cast by our panel of expert judges. From this outstanding group, the three winners were chosen. Thank you for being part of this journey!

By: Mitume Mutumwa

Cette zone est une zone qui necessite plus l’implication humanitaire. En plein foret equatoral , route impratiquable, annime par le sens humanitaire nos equipes force pour atteindre la bonne cause celle de sauver les vies humaines. Urgence Mpox virus dans la zone qui a un serieux probleme d’accessibilite ce qui rend l’approvisionnement en intrant (logistique et pharmacie ) tres difficile. La route est d’acces limite vu l’etat de la route qui est tres delabre. La zone est situee en pleine foret equatorale, la population de cette zone n’a pas acces aux soins de sante de qualite.

By: Rachel Yaoudal

Mejouwene In the Far North, water has become a rare and almost inaccessible treasure for thousands of families. Every day, women, children and men walk for miles under a blazing sun, crossing arid land, in the hope of reaching a well, which is often dry. For these communities, water is not just a resource, it’s a matter of survival. This video plunges deep into their reality, revealing faces marked by fatigue, but also by courage and determination. It tells the story of those who, despite everything, continue to fight for a fundamental right: access to water. These poignant images remind us of the urgent need to act to offer a better future to these forgotten populations.

By: Eleves Funui Ndifor

These refugee women are in a malnutrition treatment center in West Africa where children under the age of 5, as well as pregnant and lactating women, are screened for malnutrition. These centers provide treatment for both moderate and severe acute malnutrition among these groups, who are among the most vulnerable in conflict settings. Thanks to the dedicated efforts of the humanitarian teams on the ground, many children and women are saved from the devastating effects of malnutrition. Malnutrition treatment centers are vital in addressing the nutritional needs of populations affected by conflict, displacement, and food insecurity. The screening process identifies individuals who are malnourished or at risk, enabling timely intervention. Treatments may include therapeutic foods, medical care, and nutritional counseling to help restore health and prevent future malnutrition. Children under 5 are particularly susceptible to the effects of malnutrition, which can lead to stunted growth,

By: Ekoja Okewu

My school, Divine International Academy is located in a rural community in Gboko , Benue state. Due to lack of money, the school could not provide teaching aids for the teachers. This made learning uninteresting for the pupils. One fateful day, a new mathematics teacher to my school named Ekoja Solomon assembled my mates and me together and encouraged us to gather some waste materials from the environment to construct some teaching aids. At first, it looked impossible for me but after series of encouragement from him, I gathered sticks, woods, empty plastic containers, bottle tops, wires, metal cans and motor radio. With these materials, my mates and I constructed a toy car, an abacus, a wind vane, a guitar, a scale balance, an electric circuit, an electric blender and a table fan under the supervision of my Mathematics teacher. These tools are now helping teachers in my school to teach effectively. The pupils too now find it easy to comprehend what they are being taught during lessons.

By: Soumayan Biswas

Teacher is the name of one incarnation of God” .The teacher, Mr. Deep Narayan Nayak, has painted blackboards on the walls of houses and taught children on the streets for the year of 2019 to till date, after the local school shut down due to COVID-19 restrictions imposed nationwide in March at 2021. Deep Narayan Nayak Sir teaches everything from nursery rhymes to the importance of wearing masks and washing hands to about 60 students, and is known as the “Teacher of the Street” to the grateful villagers. Till now he continues to work for those children and backward lives, Deep Narayan Nayak Sir trying to highlight someone in the light of education,or making arrangements for someone’s livelihood. In this way, the sincere and endless efforts of a true teacher are going on. He took care of their Food,Education and also Physical fitness. His only attempt is to enlighten these neglected children in the light of education to their new generation. Efforts are made to enlighten the parents o

By: Mercy Owiny

On the 9th May, 2024 Kasese district in Uganda, experienced a catastrophic event of floods and landslides which claimed 17 lives among them were children and women, while destroying gardens, homesteads and livelihoods leaving hundreds of people displaced and homeless, this disaster affected several parts of the districts at the same time; five sub-counties i.e., (Maliba, kyarumba, Mahango, kilembe and Ibanda Kyanya). World Vision Uganda with partnership from Start fund Network engaged in responding to the humanitarian crises supporting the affected individuals in the different camps with multi-purposes cash, cash for shelter, and other NFI (Jerri-cans, menstrual sanitary pads, washing soap, turplines, handwashing facilities etc.) in the second week of June 2024.

By: Soumayan Biswas.

Women’s education is crucial for societal progress. It empowers women, enhances their economic opportunities, and promotes gender equality. Educated women contribute to the workforce, drive innovation, and make informed decisions about their lives, health, and families. Education equips them with skills to break free from traditional constraints and participate actively in society. Moreover, education fosters women’s participation in social and political spheres. Educated women are more likely to engage in civic activities, advocate for their rights, and participate in leadership roles. This, in turn, leads to more inclusive and equitable governance.

By: Asif Al Mahmood

This video demonstrates drone footage of the Rohingya refugee camp in Ukhia, Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, which is usually very known as Kutupalong refugee camp. It is very accurate to say that this Kutupalong refugee camp is the largest on earth by population, with over 931,000 inhabitants if the neighboring camps are taken into account. This video also tries to show how these refugees are living their lives in this very overcrowded, unhygienic, and unsafe area. The last part of this video demonstrates the food delivery scene to Rohingya children. And it must be said that these people are living in a dire situation.

By: Aman Rochman

Residents work together with a team of volunteers from the army to clean up the debris of damaged and collapsed buildings caused by the 6.1 magnitude earthquake that destroyed 16,541 houses in Malang, East Java, Indonesia. On April 9, 2021.

By: Project Grey Elderly Care Init

A heartwarming video showcasing the dedicated efforts of volunteers serving vulnerable communities. From cooking and packing nutritious meals to distributing them directly to elderly residents in a slum area in Nigeria. The video highlights the compassion and commitment involved in grassroots humanitarian work, making it an invaluable resource for projects centered on social impact, community support, and elder care. Ideal for adding a touch of real-life benevolence to your content, this video brings a powerful message of care and community resilience.

winners

We are pleased to announce the winners of the Humanitarian Video Contest!

After a voting process filled with creativity and inspiration, we are delighted to present the three winners of this edition:

  1. Mitume Mutumwa / 019 – Appui logistique dans une intervention d’urgence Humanitaire
  2. Rachel Yaoudal Mejouwene / 415 – Fighting for the essentials: the daily struggle for water in the far North in Cameroon
  3. Eleves Funui Ndifor / 027 – Refugee women at a malnutrition treatment centre

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all participants for taking part, and to the jury and the public for their support. Your messages and stories showcase the transformative power of humanitarian assistance and motivate others to join this cause!

Congratulations to the winners and to all participants for their dedication and talent!