The Frames of Integration photography contest concluded with an award ceremony and exhibition on January 11, 2025, at the Cooperativa do Povo Portuense in Porto. Organized within the framework of the Portuguese Network of the Anna Lindh Foundation, the contest aimed to capture the experiences of immigrants in Portugal, using photography as a medium to promote intercultural dialogue, celebrate diversity, challenge stereotypes, and foster social cohesion.

The jury, composed of international experts in photography, architecture, and social sciences, evaluated 37 submissions from 15 participants. The selected winners demonstrated a strong artistic vision and a deep engagement with the theme of integration and domestic space.

Winners and Recognitions

• First Prize: Deolinda Pereira, with "Um Mural Diferente", a striking composition where fragments of domestic life merge into an urban mural, projecting private spaces into the public realm (see photo).
• Second Prize: Sinem Taş, with "Naked", an elegant depiction of clothing arranged in a way that brings life to an arid landscape.
• Third Prize: Margarida Almeida, with "Várias Cores em um só Coração", featuring a mural with the face of a migrant, whose windows resemble the eyes of domesticity, symbolizing cultural diversity.

Special Mentions

• Honourable Mention: Sinem Taş, for "Grandpa", a powerful image of a grandfather and grandson shaping a clay vase, embodying the intergenerational transmission of knowledge and affection.
• Members’ Award (ex-aequo): Paola Arroyave ("Para Além das Suas Janelas") and María Padilla ("A Mesa Preparada"), recognized for their artistic merit and relevance within the Portuguese Network of the Anna Lindh Foundation.

The Ceremony and Exhibition

The award ceremony, held as part of the Annual Meeting of the Portuguese Network of the Anna Lindh Foundation, provided a moment of recognition for the winners and an opportunity for dialogue on the role of photography in fostering intercultural understanding. The event was followed by the opening of the photography exhibition, featuring the winning images alongside a selection of other notable submissions.

The contest and exhibition underscored the power of visual storytelling in addressing themes of migration, identity, and belonging. By bringing together diverse perspectives, Frames of Integration succeeded in creating a space for reflection and dialogue on the shared experiences that shape contemporary societies.

📍 Date and Location: January 11, 2025 | Cooperativa do Povo Portuense, Porto
📢 Organized by: Portuguese Network of the Anna Lindh Foundation