Taking Part

The 2012 Commonwealth Photographic Awards are now open. Download the leaflet with all the information here: 2012 Young Commonwealth Competitions .

2012 marks the Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and her 60th year as Head of the Commonwealth. To celebrate this very special occasion, for one year only, all entries into the the Photo Awards will become part of the world's biggest history project, the Jubilee Time Capsule.

This year's theme is 'Connecting Cultures'. Whether you use a digital, analogue, disposable or mobile phone camera, we want to see your image. Your entry must also relate to a day in the last 60 years since 6th February 1952 when Her Majesty ascended to the throne.

You must be aged 30 or under on 1st May 2012, and a national of, or living in, a Commonwealth country to enter. Please include a date of birth when entering as all photos will be judged according to age group. Entrants should submit one photo and up to 500 words of accompanying text to explain why your image is connected to your chosen day and this year's theme.