Call for submissions: 80 years of diplomatic relations in images

What we’re looking for

We welcome creative and visually engaging submissions that highlight Sweden–Ethiopia relations. This may include products such as design, technology, mobility, lifestyle items and industrial goods, as well as literature, music, cultural objects, memorabilia or everyday scenes where something Swedish appears in Ethiopia, or something Ethiopian appears in Sweden.

We encourage creativity, storytelling and authenticity. You are also welcome to include a short caption explaining the significance of the image and your personal connection to it.

Submission categories

Submissions may be made in three categories:

1. Past

Historical images illustrating Sweden–Ethiopia relations over the past 80 years — from official photographs to personal memories and stories.

2. Present

Photos capturing contemporary Sweden–Ethiopia relations — from Swedish products in Ethiopia and cultural events to everyday connections, such as injera in Sweden.

3. Future

Images that imagine the future of Sweden–Ethiopia relations. In this category, we welcome not only photography, but also painting, drawing and animation.

How selected contributions will be used

Selected contributions will be featured on the Embassy’s social media channels, which reach around 100,000 followers, at a dedicated exhibition, and potentially in an anniversary publication.

Creators of selected images will be asked to sign a copyright consent form allowing the Embassy to use the material for non-commercial purposes.

Acknowledgement for selected contributions

Selected contributors will receive a signed diploma and a symbolic token of appreciation.

Details

How to submit

• Send your submission by email to: ambassaden.addis.abeba.submit@gov.se
• Subject line: SWEETH80 – Photo – Your Name
• Deadline: 30 April 2026
• Optional: Include a brief description of each image

Format requirements

• High-resolution image file (for example JPG, JPEG or PNG)

• Colour and black-and-white images are both accepted
• If the file size is too large, please use a file transfer service
• If AI or other digital tools have been used, this must be clearly stated

Eligibility

• Both amateur and professional photographers/artists are welcome
• Participants must hold full rights to all submitted material
• Submissions must not contain restricted, harmful or inappropriate content
• Group submissions from schools, clubs and organisations are welcome, provided one primary contact person is designated

Conditions and copyright

By submitting an image, participants confirm that:

• the submission is their original work
• they have the right to share it with the Embassy
• all identifiable persons appearing in the image have given their written consent

For selected submissions, contributors will be asked to sign a formal copyright agreement.