The World Press Photo Contest is an annual competition that recognizes and celebrates the best in photojournalism. Established in 1955, it aims to highlight the importance of visual storytelling in documenting significant events and issues around the globe. The contest invites photographers from all over the world to submit their work, showcasing powerful images that capture the human experience. Winners are selected by an independent jury, and the awarded photographs are displayed in exhibitions worldwide. The contest also includes categories for multimedia and digital storytelling, reflecting the evolving nature of journalism in the digital age. The results are published in the World Press Photo Yearbook, which features the winning images and stories.