Commended

What’s for Dinner

submitted by Dun Manwel Attard St.Nicholas College : Sheldon Cilia 
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media
filed under One Take Photo Photos
awarded: Commended

This fascinating natural phenomenon portrays a mushroom that has grown among other vegetation. This plays an important role in the breaking down of organic matter and recycling nutrients in the soil.



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A Question of Values

submitted by St Michael Foundation : Jack Calleja 
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, School magazine, school media
filed under One Take Photo Photos
awarded: Commended

This series of three images forces us to ask the difficult question: why would anyone think this is okay? The first image shows an old, abandoned building filled with discarded human waste, a stark symbol of neglect. The second captures a palm tree being uprooted, its deep roots torn from the earth after years of growth. The final image reveals the harsh intrusion of industry against the scenery of beautiful turquoise waters. These unsettling scenes challenge us to reflect on the choices that harm our environment and question the value we place on nature’s beauty. Why?



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Silent Shorelines: December’s Forgotten Bin’s

submitted by St Michael Foundation : Chloe Coppini 
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, School magazine, school media
filed under One Take Photo Photos
awarded: Commended

This set of three images captures the stark contrast of our beaches in the colder months, where natural beauty lies untouched yet abandoned. While the shorelines are quiet and serene, the lingering presence of discarded bins scattered across the sand serves as a haunting reminder of human impact. It’s a sharp contrast to the bustling summer season, when every inch of sand is claimed by umbrellas, sunbeds, and discarded rubbish. These images urge us to reflect on our responsibility to keep our beaches clean year-round.



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Suffocating Under Plastic – Our Planet Can’t Breathe!

submitted by Malta Visual and Performing Arts : Jethro Azzoaprdi Duca 
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media
filed under Photos Staged Campaign Photo
awarded: Commended

Our planet is suffocating—wrapped in plastic pollution. This image symbolizes how human activity is choking the Earth, pushing ecosystems to the brink. It’s time to break free from plastic dependence and protect our future!



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Coloured boots

submitted by Dun Manwel Attard St Nicholas College Wardija school : Raisa Myers 
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media
filed under One Take Photo Photos
awarded: Commended

These old plastic boots were repurposed for planting plants to minimize waste and promote sustainability. The boots were painted by students and served as a fun activity while planting small plants. Drainage holes were made to ensure water does not accumulate and cause rot.



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From gathering space to forgotten corner

submitted by Ninu Cremona Gozo College Secondary School : Maria Debattista, Robin Saguna 
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media, website
filed under One Take Photo Photos
awarded: Commended

What once held purpose now shares its home with rust and rubble. Can we revive spaces without leaving waste behind?”



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Mixed Messages

submitted by Ninu Cremona Gozo College Secondary School : Anna Grima, Emma Debrincat 
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media, website
filed under One Take Photo Photos
awarded: Commended

A sign meant to organise lies discarded in disarray. Is this how we treat both nature and rules—carelessly abandoned?



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From Root to Ruin.

submitted by Dun Manwel Attard St Nicholas College Wardija school. : Adriano Busuttil 
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media
filed under Photo Story Photos
awarded: Commended

This photo story, depicts the life cycle of a rose that has been uprooted to be given as a gift for Valentine’s day. The lifespan of this rose, has been shortened as it’s natural growth process has been interrupted. If this rose was left in its original place, it would have had a healthier appearance, continued to grow taller and keeps on blooming. Keep it in mind to gift a plant rather than a single flower next valentine’s day, since it will last longer.



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Guarding a legacy or watching it decay?

submitted by Ninu Cremona Gozo College Secondary School : Anna Grima, Emma Debrincat 
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media, website
filed under One Take Photo Photos
awarded: Commended

Historic landmarks deserve surroundings that reflect their value—not a backdrop of neglect.



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Self reflection

submitted by Dun Manwel Attard St. Nicholas College Wardija school : Adriano Busuttil 
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media
filed under One Take Photo Photos
awarded: Commended

Water management and pollution are global issues that demand immediate attention. Our small actions will contribute to the larger scale commitment from governments and other organisations to help accelerate the change that is desperately needed to ensure safe water and sanitation for everyone.



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