Submission Guidelines

How to participate

We are excited to hear about what you are doing to take action against climate change. Please follow these guidelines carefully to ensure your submission is eligible for a feature on our campaign site and potentially in our global outreach. We seek examples of excellence, but every action counts, no matter how mundane.

  • Videos: They should be no more than 45 seconds long. Accepted formats include MP4 and MOV. Ensure your video is HD quality (at least 720p, ideally 1080p).
  • Written Stories: Should be no more than 500 words. Submit as a PDF or Word document.
  • Photos: You can upload high-resolution images (at least 300 dpi) that complement your story. Accepted formats include JPEG or PNG.
  • Focus: Your submission should clearly describe a specific climate action or sustainable practice you are involved with.
  • Authenticity: Only submit original content that you own the rights to. Make sure your story is truthful and accurately represents your efforts.
  • Respect Privacy: Do not include personal information about others without explicit consent. If your story involves community initiatives, ensure you have permission from participants shown or mentioned.
  • Inclusivity: We encourage submissions that respect cultural sensitivities and promote inclusivity. Avoid content that could be considered offensive or discriminatory.
  • Permissions: By submitting your content, you grant CACE the nonexclusive, royalty-free right to use, reproduce, publish, and display it in connection with the “Faces of Changes” campaign. This includes promotional purposes in all media formats and channels.
  • Privacy: We respect your privacy and commit to not using your personal information for purposes outside the scope of this campaign without your consent.
  • Withdrawal: Participants can request the removal of their submission at any time by contacting our support team.
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  • Visit our submission portal at http://facesofchanges.org/send-messages/ 
  • Fill out the submission form with your details and story description.
  • Upload your video, written story, and/or photos according to the specifications.
  • Agree to the terms and conditions outlined in the privacy and rights section.
  • Submit your entry.
  • Our team will review submissions to ensure they meet all guidelines and criteria.
  • Approved submissions will be featured on our campaign gallery, and selected stories may be used in our global advocacy efforts.
    • Please submit your stories by midnight CET on 31 October 2024. Late submissions may not be considered for the initial round of features but may still be included in later updates.

We look forward to seeing your contributions and sharing your inspiring stories with the world. If you have questions about the submission process or need assistance, please get in touch with us at facesofchanges@cace.gord.qa