The Organizing Committee of the 6th International Photo Contest “Mother and Children in National Costumes” is pleased to announce that Renata Capria D’Aronco, President of the UNESCO Club of Udine (Italy), has joined its jury. Her expertise in cultural heritage preservation and international cooperation will significantly contribute to the evaluation of participants’ works, underscoring the global importance of the project.
About the Contest
Launched on January 15, 2025, the contest is held under the auspices of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO and supported by the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, the Federal Agency for Ethnic Affairs (FADN Russia), and the Moscow Branch of the Russian Geographical Society. Key objectives include:
- Preserving national identity and cultural heritage through the display of traditional costumes.
- Strengthening family values, intergenerational bonds, and civil unity.
- Promoting linguistic diversity as part of the International Decade of Indigenous Languages (2022–2032).
New 2025 Categories
- National Dance Contest — showcasing traditional choreographic heritage.
- Lullaby in Native Language — preserving musical and linguistic traditions.
- Photo Contest — visual representation of the unity between mother and child in national costumes.
Key Dates:
- Submission Period: March 1 – September 25, 2025.
- Results Announcement: By October 15, 2025, on www.ethno-photo.com.
- Award Ceremony: Held on November 14–15, 2024, during the 3rd International Forum “Woman of the Third Millennium” at the GlavUpDK Cultural Center under the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
A Word from the Organizers
A.R. Amirova, President of the International Women’s Union NGO (organizer of the contest), emphasized:
“Renata Capria D’Aronco’s participation in the jury is a recognition of our contest’s international standing. We believe her experience will help highlight works that best reflect the unity of cultures and traditions in the era of globalization.”
How to Participate?
The contest welcomes participants of all ages from Russia and friendly nations. Submission guidelines and application forms are available on the official website: www.ethno-photo.com.
Contacts for Media and Participants:
- Organizer: International Women’s Union NGO | www.iwuorg.com.
- Email: ethno-photo@yandex.ru | iwuorg@gmail.com.
- Tel.: +7 967 148 38 32 (A.R. Amirova, Project Director).
Join the project to celebrate the richness of cultural traditions and showcase the beauty of national heritage!
Press Service of the International Women’s Union NGO
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