Powerful images from international photographers display the importance of learning and sharing knowledge with each other: from classrooms to monasteries, discover the top 50 #Education2019 photography contest finalists below, and don't forget to upvote the best photos!
Education is one of the most powerful tools for fighting poverty and inequality, as well as laying the foundations for solid economic growth. The more we understand the world we live in and the more information we get about other cultures and histories, the greater our chances of understanding points of view that might differ from our own ones.
Attending school helps us learn who we are, what we believe in, and what role we play in the world. This sense of self is essential for personal growth. Furthermore, going to school not only has an impact on the future of children but on the future of their families, friends, and communities. As more children are educated, the world becomes a brighter place.
These interesting photos from all different corners of the world have been selected among more than 19,513 submissions in the #Education2019 photo contest by Agora, a free-to-use photography app that has been rewarding the world’s biggest prizes in global photo contests since 2017.
The Agora community can now vote for their favorite image by the best photographers in the app and help the guest judge decide who will be the #Education2019 hero who will win the prize of $1,000. The winner of the photography award will be announced on Thursday 14th November 2019.
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#21 The Diversity Of An Unequal Education System
This photo portrays the differences between students of the unequal education system in Gujrat. By @hassanmjd, Hassan Majeed (Pakistan)
12points
#22 Reading Book
Two boys sharing their passion for reading together. By @sahlankokasinta, Sahlan Kokasinta (Indonesia)
12points
#23 Education
Two children engaged in a book about nature, enjoying warmth and sunshine.
By @drummer_vn, Dombrovskyi Oleksandr (Ukraine)
By @drummer_vn, Dombrovskyi Oleksandr (Ukraine)
11points
#24 Sitting At My Desk
This little girl proves to us all that education does not have to be grueling work, but that it can also be a joy! By @hwilson8, Wilson (USA)
11points
#25 School In Tanzania
The bright colors of the school uniforms and girl’s feet freely swinging under the table drew Hundeshagen to capture this photo. By @lolafritz, Ruth Hundeshagen (Tanzania)
11points
#26 A, B, C
Lundberg secretly captured his daughter practicing her ABC’s, expressing her stubborn efforts to learn how to write. by @viggo_lundberg, Viggo Lundberg (Sweden)
11points
#27 Reciting The Holy Quran
Every child in the Madrasah education institute is an orphan. With the help of many people in the community, they are given the opportunity to study. By @azimronnie, Azim Khan Ronnie (Bangladesh)
10points
#28 Reading Holy Qur’an
Two young children learning how to read the holy Qur’an and becoming more familiar with their religion. By @dandirahman, Dandi Rahman (Indonesia)
10points
#29 In Between
A little boy reading and writing in his journal before he goes to sleep.
By @robertmarrel, Robert Marrel Dela Vega (Philippines)
By @robertmarrel, Robert Marrel Dela Vega (Philippines)
10points
#30 Harp Learning
Children gathered around a harp, showing pure delight in the angelic instrument. By @gaukhar_yerk, Gaukhar Yerkimbekova (Kazakhstan)
9points
#31 Mirrored Library
This futuristic bookshop creates a unique and immersive environment for reading.
By @patriciasoon, Patricia Soon Mei Yung (Malaysia)
By @patriciasoon, Patricia Soon Mei Yung (Malaysia)
9points
#32 Give Me Five
This photo represents the communication between different cultures and races. Football is uncommon in China but is promoted to younger generations. By @zaksyun, Zexuan Hu (China)
9points
#33 Under The Rain
A child's purity is captured here when this boy was spotted roaming in the rain. His sparkling face and joyful gesture are what drew Chisti to take his picture. By @adeelchishti, Adeel Chishti (Pakistan)
9points
#34 Reading
While others are busy with everyday tasks, a pilgrim sits and reads his book in the peacefulness of a mosque. By @andrydenisah, Andry Denisah (Indonesia)
8points
#35 Learning How To Keep The Earth Green
Education does not need to be restricted to a classroom, but can also be enjoyed in nature. These children are shown learning how to make Earth greener by planting.
By @irlansteven, Irlan Turhantoro (Indonesia)
By @irlansteven, Irlan Turhantoro (Indonesia)
8points
#36 Teach
A typical lecture in Myanmar. The education system has always been at a bare minimum but is now starting to improve.
By @phyomoe, Phyo Moe (Myanmar)
By @phyomoe, Phyo Moe (Myanmar)
8points
#37 Learning To Play The Piano
The teacher and student play the piano in harmony, enjoying the simple pleasure of music together. By @jan_cattaneo, Jan Cattaneo (Italy)
8points
#38 Learning Musical Instruments
This grandfather teaches the next generation how to play an instrument, while simultaneously teaching them about cultural heritage. By @asmodalemdedy, Dedy Dhamiyanto (Indonesia)
7points
#39 Nature School
Each day, on his way home from school, the child in the photograph pauses on the rocks. He repeats the lessons he learns in school while enjoying nature. By @perdiansyah, Pepi Perdiansyah (Indonesia)
6points
#40 Lecture Time
A group of students being taught a lesson in a park in Myanmar. By @yekyawthu, Ye Kyaw Thu (Myanmar)
6points
