The Mangrove Photography Awards advances Ocean literacy by connecting people around the world with one of the most vital yet overlooked coastal ecosystems.
Preparing for its 12th year, the Awards provide an international platform that highlights the beauty, biodiversity, and fragility of mangrove forests through visual storytelling, inspiring global audiences to appreciate their ecological importance and the role they play in climate resilience, coastal protection, and biodiversity. The photography competition opens for submissions on April 1st, 2026.
The Awards amplify voices and stories from local communities, scientists, and conservationists, transforming complex environmental issues into accessible, emotionally resonant narratives. This initiative has reached thousands of people across 100+ countries, engaging diverse communities and fostering a deeper appreciation for the human-ocean connection by showing how mangroves sustain life on land and sea.