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“Show us what occupational safety and health mean for you”

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safeyouth competitionThis media contest has been initiated within the framework of the SafeYouth@Work project to promote the occupational safety and health of young people aged 15 to 24 worldwide. It forms part of the Occupational Safety and Health Global Action for Prevention (OSH-GAP) Programme of the International Labour Organization (ILO).

Participants in the contest can send entries on the media of their choice (photos, films, songs, stories, posters, etc.) to illustrate their view of the issue. The winners will receive their awards at the International Media Festival for Prevention held as part of the 21st World Congress on Safety and Health at Work.

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