Welcome to the This Is Diabetes Photo and Art Competition hosted by Ascensia Diabetes Care!

PHOTO AND ART COMPETITION
FOR WORLD DIABETES DAY 2023

This is Diabetes, This is Real.
We are thrilled to announce the search for the 2023 Diabetes Image of the Year in celebration of World Diabetes Day (WDD).
Our annual competition aims to raise awareness of diabetes on a global scale while also supporting charities chosen by our winners.

This is Diabetes, This is Real.

We are thrilled to announce the search for the 2023 Diabetes Image of the Year in celebration of World Diabetes Day (WDD).

Our annual competition aims to raise awareness of diabetes on a global scale while also supporting charities chosen by our winners.
This year, we are focusing on the theme of Access to Diabetes Care in real life
We aim to use art and photography to raise awareness about diabetes and the need for proper care.

We are looking for submissions that capture the genuine challenges and day-to-day realities faced by diabetes patients.

We would like to see the raw, unfiltered emotions that people with diabetes encounter. Whether it’s the burdens, day-to-day struggles, proud moments or triumphs.

We would love to encourage you to share your story about your access to care, how you manage your health each day, and moments that make you feel thankful or proud on your diabetes journey.

Why should you participate?

You have a personal story that you wish to share, one that sheds light on the challenges faced by individuals living with diabetes or supporting someone with the condition.

You would like the opportunity to contribute up to €6,000 to a diabetes charity of your choice.

We would love to see and hear your story and encourage you to submit an original piece of artwork!

Last year's submissions and winners

See the amazing work of the winner and finalists of the 2022 competition:

RULES

To ensure fair participation, please keep in mind the following rules:

PRIZES

The contributors of the winning entries will be able to choose from a pre-approved charity or nominate a registered diabetes charity of their choice to receive a donation, made under their name.

Winner: €6,000
1st Runner Up: €3,000
2nd Runner Up: €1,000

You can select from recognized charities listed in our submission form or select your own, subject to our approval process.

CATEGORIES

There will be one winner and three runners-up in each of the following categories.

Winners and runners-up can be original static 2D artwork or original photography.

  • General Public submission

  • Ascensia, Ascensia Business Partner or PHC Group Employee submission

KEY DATES

  • Submissions open – September 19, 2023

  • Submissions close – October 31, 2023 (11:59:59 pm Pacific Day Time)

  • Judging period – November 1 – 7, 2023 

  • Winners announced – November 14, 2023

MEET OUR JUDGES

Our Judges are looking for engaging submissions that tell the story of diabetes, focusing on the theme of Access to Diabetes Care in real life. Showcasing the real life achievements or struggles of diabetes patients, what it’s like to live with diabetes, from the hurdles faced to the moments of resilience and gratitude. Our goal is to capture the full spectrum of experiences and shed light on the importance of access to diabetes care.

The competition will be independently judged by the following:

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Leonie, Netherlands

Leonie, Netherlands

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Gina, Mexico

Gina, Mexico

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Jenna, Australia

Jenna, Australia

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Phyllisa, US

Phyllisa, US

SUBMIT YOUR ENTRY

Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok
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Maximum file size is 10MB. Accepted file types: JPEG, PNG

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Please, DO NOT submit this form if you are a healthcare professional or under age 18.

FAQ

In order to take part in the competition, you need to submit one original photograph or graphic static 2D artwork that is related to the World Diabetes Day 2023 theme: Access to Diabetes Care in real life. We are looking for submissions that capture the genuine day-to-day realities faced by diabetes patients. We would like to see the raw, unfiltered emotions whether these are obstacles that people with diabetes encounter, such as difficulties in accessing care, medication, constant monitoring or any other day-to-day struggles as well as positive aspects of their journey, such as improvements in health, and proud achievements. 

Please use the form on this website to submit your art or photograph.

The contributors of the winning entries will be able to nominate a registered diabetes charity of their choice to receive a donation.

Winner: €6,000
1st Runner Up: €3,000
2nd Runner Up: €1,000

You will be asked to propose your preferred name of the charity of your choice on submission. Please note, that the nominated charity should have been established for at least 12 months, at the time of submission. This is subject to approval.

You can submit a maximum of 1 photo or artwork per individual.

The winners will be announced on the Ascensia.com website and social media, in addition to being contacted via email on November 14, 2023.

Our judges are looking for engaging submissions that tell the story of diabetes in real life in line with this year’s World Diabetes Day theme. We are looking for submissions that capture the genuine challenges and day-to-day realities faced by diabetes patients. We would like to see the raw, unfiltered emotions and obstacles that people with diabetes encounter, whether it’s the difficulties in accessing care, medication, constant monitoring or any other day-to-day struggles.

The campaign is designed to raise awareness of the importance of Access to Diabetes Care in real life, highlighting the day-to-day life and struggles of diabetes patients.

The person submitting the image will continue to own the rights to their image, but by submitting, Ascensia Diabetes Care is granted permission to use the image in accordance with those outlined in the Terms & Conditions.

Your images will be used on the Ascensia Diabetes Care website and social media platforms.

Read the Terms and Conditions here.

CONTACT US

Please note that this contact information is only for competition related questions and not about products and services from Ascensia. hello@thisisdiabetes.com

World Diabetes Day 2023