Joan Wakelin Bursary

Administered by The Society in partnership with the Guardian. The Joan Wakelin Bursary offers £2000 for the production of a photographic essay on an overseas social documentary issue.

This Bursary remembers Lancashire born photojournalist and Fenton Medalist Joan Wakelin Hon FRPS, who left behind her an impressive body of work.

Applications were open to all, of any age or nationality, and entry was free of charge.

The successful applicant will have their photoessay published in the Guardian and RPS Journal the following Spring (2016).

Please note: Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend, in person, for interview at the Guardian Offices, London, UK during the third week of July 2016. We are not able to conduct online or telephone interviews.