The new LOBA Women Grant launches in 2026 as part of the Leica Oskar Barnack Award (LOBA). The new project funding category is aimed specifically at female photographers.

The LOBA Women Grant will offer female photographers the opportunity to realise a new image series, which will be presented as part of the LOBA. Building on the experience gained through the previous Leica Women Foto Project Award, initiated by Leica Camera USA in 2019, the new LOBA Women Grant is now going global. In light of the ongoing gender imbalance within the field of photography, the LOBA Women Grant will provide female photographers worldwide with recognition and visibility.

The LOBA Women Grant is aimed at professional female photographers aged 21 and over, who can apply for the funding directly. Following the submission phase, the LOBA jury selects one of the candidates and facilitates completion of her series in time for the next LOBA round the following year. The LOBA Women Grant series will subsequently be included in the LOBA shortlist.

The LOBA Women Grant amounts to 10,000 euros. The selected applicant will additionally receive a Leica Q-Camera and professional support throughout the project implementation and production period.

To find out more and apply please go to the direct link.