"Be a man," "Don't cry," "The breadwinner of the family," "Great will is a must."
Men too suffer from the confines of gender stereotypes, albeit often overlooked or marginalized in the pursuit of gender equality.
Refuse to let these stereotypes, these intangible boundaries, constrain or define your true essence as a man. We are unique individuals with the power to express ourselves and make choices, unbound by any societal expectations.
Rather than becoming a mere "Man In The Box," become the "Man In The Mirror." Gaze into your reflection and embrace a life of authenticity and personal fulfillment. It's time to break free from the shackles of stereotypes and live life on your own terms.
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TOPIC: Compose a photovoice or video to tell a story related to gender stereotypes against men.
TIMELINE:
Receiving submission: 00h00, 07/11/2022 - 23h59, 11/20/2022
Posting and voting period: 11/21/2022 - 11:59 p.m., December 4, 2022
Prize announcement: 12/12/2022 (expected)
CONTEST RULES
Format:
The contest is held online on the Genderation Vietnam fanpage. Entries will be sent via the registration form and posted on the Genderation fanpage.
Entries may be presented in one of two formats:
- Photovoice (photo): includes an image and a text message to convey your story.
- Video: A short video of about 1-5 minutes with a text message to convey your story.
How to participate”
Step 1: Fill in contestant information and submit entries via the following form: https://bit.ly/genderationvn
Step 2: Receive a confirmation email that the contest has been posted and start counting votes.
Step 3: Invite your friends to vote and interact for the contest entry on the Genderation Vietnam fanpage.
PRIZE
01 Award for Excellent Work: 5,000,000 VND in cash + Certificate
01 Inspirational Story award: VND 2,500,000 cash + Certificate
01 Impressive Story prize: 2,500,000 VND in cash + Certificate
01 Audience Favorite Award: 2,500,000 VND in cash + Certificate
In particular, ALL contestants will receive a certificate of participation in the contest
For more information, please visit the contest event link: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/cuoc-thi-photovoicevideo
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The photovoice/video contest “Countering gender stereotypes with a drawing contest 2.0: Man In The Mirror” is part of the Genderation Vietnam campaign. The contest aims to raise public awareness of the masculine stereotypes and gender roles that are being imposed on men, and at the same time promoting men to participate more actively in the gender equality movement.
Genderation Vietnam is funded by the European Union, implemented by Oxfam in Vietnam, TUVA Communication, CISDOMA, and RED Communication.
Follow the contest at Genderation Vietnam