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'I Fear Pollution': COP29 Photo Contest For Children Selects Winners From 3,000 Entries, Check Out Top 3 from
COP29 Photo Contest for Children Selects Winners From Over 3,000 Entries
COP29 Photo Contest Highlights Children's Concerns About Pollution
Young Photographers from Around the World Showcase Their Perspectives on Environmental Issues
The Children's Photo Contest at COP29, the United Nations Climate Change Conference, has announced the winners of its competition. The contest, which received over 3,000 entries from young photographers around the world, aimed to raise awareness about the impact of pollution on the environment and to inspire action against climate change.
The winning photographs were selected by a panel of experts, including photographers, environmentalists, and educators. The top three winners are:
1. **First Place:** A photograph by 12-year-old Anya from Russia, depicting a polluted river surrounded by industrial waste.
2. **Second Place:** A photograph by 10-year-old Maria from Brazil, showing a group of children planting trees in a deforested area.
3. **Third Place:** A photograph by 11-year-old David from the United States, capturing a close-up of a melting glacier.
The winning photographs, along with a selection of other notable entries, will be exhibited at COP29 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, from November 6-18, 2022. The exhibition will showcase the children's perspectives on the urgent need to address pollution and climate change.
The Children's Photo Contest is part of the wider COP29 conference, which brings together world leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss and negotiate solutions to the global climate crisis. The contest provides a platform for young people to voice their concerns about the environment and to inspire action from decision-makers.
The winning photographs offer a powerful reminder of the devastating impact that pollution is having on our planet and on the lives of children. They also highlight the creativity and determination of young people who are committed to making a difference.
