World Press Photo Foundation and De Nieuwe Kerk present The Stories That Matter – a talks program reflecting on today’s pressing topics through the eyes of photojournalists, documentary photographers and critical thinkers, in our Flagship World Press Photo Exhibition 2023.

This event brings together the public and the 2023 Contest winning photographers, who come from 23 different countries, from Morocco to the Philippines, Ecuador to Ukraine, and Armenia to Mexico. Throughout the day, they will showcase their work in the exhibition and engage in conversation with the audience.

Alongside this, international speakers, thinkers and doers will explore, discuss and analyze the climate crisis, conflict and social justice on the talks stage; and workshops on what makes a good photobook and photography ethics will take place. More information and full program.

Join us for this thought-provoking and inspiring day that illuminates the stories that matter!

Closed door event, press invitation:
Awards ceremony and celebration
Date: Friday, 12 May 2023

Program:
15.30 – Doors open, invited press and guests enter
16.00 – Award celebration (including award presentations and remarks)
17.30 – Reception with winners
18.30 – Event ends

Location: De Nieuwe Kerk, Dam Square, Amsterdam