Out of hundreds of fascinating photographs, we're proud to announce the winning shot and four honorable mentions...
Ana Cissa Pinto | Botswana
"On this special day, my mother and I were fortunate enough to be invited to visit the Zu/'hoasi Bushmen in a remote settlement in the Western Kalahari. As we approached the tribe we were welcomed by the Shaman lady and her family. She was so beautiful and she loved my bracelets and necklace. I loved her beads as well so we tried to communicate, with mostly smiles and gestures since she didn't speak English nor I speak their language..." READ MORE
Honorable Mentions
Molly Macindoe | Iran
"I was nearing the end of an unforgettable five-week journey around Iran with a few days left in Tehran, time for some last minute shopping near Park-e Laleh, and, led by some unconscious instinct..." READ MORE
Ret Talbot | Solomon Islands
"I was on assignment in the Ngella Islands, a remote island group in Solomon Islands, and I was photographing an artisanal fisher. The fisher would hold his breath on these incredibly long free dives..." READ MORE
Elizabeth Branca | Thailand
"At the Elephant Nature Park, founder Sangduen Chailert (Lek) and a team of volunteers work tirelessly to protect Thailand's elephants and rescue many from inhumane conditions..." READ MORE
Michael Chambers | Nepal
"After asking for his mother's permission, I snapped this shot in the bustling Namche Bazaar while leading a trek to Everest Base Camp in October of 2011. Jamling is the son of a Khumbu Icefall Doctor..." READ MORE
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