Adani GreenXTalks in partnership with NotJustArt and Youth4Jobs Foundation, has launched the fifth edition of the Global Ability Photography Challenge (GAPC) 2026, an inclusive global photography competition for persons with disabilities.
The contest, which is open globally and free to enter, invites amateur and professional photographers with disabilities to showcase their perspectives and lived experiences.
Promoting inclusion through art
The initiative aims to bring diverse narratives into the mainstream, expanding representation and reshaping perceptions around disability through visual storytelling.
Over the years, GAPC has evolved into a global platform, reaching over eight million people and attracting more than 50,000 participants from over 30 countries.
Prize pool and recognition
The competition carries a total prize pool of ₹17 lakh, with ₹5 lakh for the first prize, ₹3 lakh for the second, ₹2 lakh for the third, and ₹1 lakh each for ranks four to ten.
The top 20 entries will be showcased in a curated exhibition, while the top 10 winners will receive specially designed trophies.
Exhibition and global exposure
The awards ceremony and exhibition will be held in Ahmedabad on June 24, 2026.
Selected Indian winners and one international participant will have their travel and accommodation covered, while shortlisted entries will also be featured across global campaigns and media platforms.
Encouraging participation
“The GAPC demonstrates clearly that, when given a platform, persons with disabilities do not just participate, they lead with unique and powerful perspectives. Many of our winners inspire by creatively overcoming multiple challenges and are now breaking new ground,” Youth4Jobs Foundation, Founder and Chief Executive Officer Meera Shenoy, said.
“We are delighted to partner with NotJustArt and Youth4Jobs Foundation to offer a platform that showcases global PwD talent and brings them together to compete in one of the most creative and universal art forms,” Adani Airports Holdings Ltd, Director, Jeet Adani, said.
Open for entries
Entries for GAPC 2026 are now open, with photographers with disabilities from across the world encouraged to participate.
For details and submissions: https://www.notjustartglobal.org/
Participant queries: Satyander Pal, satyander.pal@youth4jobs.org
Youth4Jobs Foundation provides employment opportunities for persons with disabilities along with free skilling and training programmes.
NotJustArt is a digital platform that promotes the work of artists with disabilities to a global audience of art collectors, galleries and institutions.