July 23 2026

The Kurdistan Center for Arts and Culture presents the works of writers, photographers, and artists from Kurdistan to international audiences through a dynamic and timeless series of photo stories. For this purpose, we are launching our very first open call for photo stories originating from Kurdistan.

KCAC invites photographers, writers, and multidisciplinary artists to feature their work on our photostories platform. Our goal is to look beyond mainstream headlines and curate a vibrant repository of narratives as multifaceted as the storytellers themselves.

Submission Guidelines

• Theme & Content: Submissions must feature stories related to Kurdistan (all parts of Kurdistan are welcome) and its global diaspora, focusing on its people, culture, heritage, contemporary life, or archives.
• Concept Note: Include a concept note between 500 and 1,000 words.
• Image Requirements: Attach a minimum of 15 images and a maximum of 20 images. All files must be original works, in JPEG format, with a minimum resolution of 2,000 pixels.
• Language: Submissions are accepted in both English and Kurdish.
• Personal Details: Include your full name, a brief biography, and links to your portfolio and social media profiles (if available).

Send all materials to photo@kcac.org