Bees have been with humanity since the Stone Age. Many cultures have fairy tales and stories that highlight their importance. And yet their numbers are dwindling. And as the bees die, so do the plants.
In March, the European Union’s (EU) Research Agency published a status report on pollinators in Europe. The report does not exactly paint an optimistic picture.
“Today, one in three bee, butterfly and hoverfly species are disappearing in the EU. Pollinator loss is one of the largest threats to EU nature, human wellbeing, and food security.”
To raise awareness of the importance of bees in everyday life, Roman Golub from Estonia has launched a mail-in call for entries. The accompanying exhibition is scheduled to open on June 20—World Bee Day.
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Roman is looking for contributions that explore the importance of bees, the threats they face, and possible ways to improve the situation.
- Format: postcard (A6)
- On the reverse side, please indicate your first name, last name, country, and email address.
- Deadline: May 10, 2026
- Send works as postcards to:
Roman Golub
Reinadu, Mui kula
Saaremaa, 94543
Estonia - Exhibition
May 20 – June, 2026
Gallery on the island of Saaremaa
Estonia
Photo credit: ©Hans Hillewaert, CC BY-SA 4.0
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