journalism contest

Are you a journalist looking for opportunities to build your career, gain more exposure, and even win cash rewards while at it?

Below is a list of the most recent competitions for Journalists to win awards and make an impact.

ICFJ/ONE Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling 2020 for African Journalists

The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ), in collaboration with ONE and the Elliott family, seeks entries for the 2020 Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling. The contest is named after late British journalist and longtime ICFJ board member Michael Elliott. Application Deadline: 15th December 2019 at 11:59pm EST Eligible Countries: African countries About the Award: In … Read more

TRACE Prize for Investigative Reporting on Commercial Bribery 2019 – Uncovering Commercial Bribery

TRACE is currently accepting submissions for the 2018 Prize for Investigative Reporting. The award recognizes reporting that uncovers business bribery with the goal of increasing commercial transparency. Application Deadline: 31st January, 2019. Eligible Countries: All Type: Contest Eligibility:  Nominees may be print, broadcast or online reporters from any country who have investigated bribery schemes, business activities that create serious … Read more

UNESCO/UNDP International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI) Research Challenge 2019 for Young Journalists

UNDP and UNESCO are jointly launching the “IATI Research Challenge for Journalists” – a research and writing competition for journalists around the world aged between 15 and 25. Application Deadline: 20th December 2018 11:59 p.m. Eligible Countries: International About the Award: Competitors are requested to submit 700 – 1000 words in an article relating to the progress of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) implementation in a certain … Read more

Nominate a #BadassWomanJourno for the IWMF Courage in Photojournalism Award 2018

The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is seeking nominations for the Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award honoring AP photographer Anja Niedringhaus, who was killed in Afghanistan in April 2014.  Application Deadline: 16th March 2018 Eligible Countries: All About the Award: The Courage in Journalism Awards honor women journalists who set themselves apart by their extraordinary bravery. Facing and surviving danger to uncover … Read more

Commonwealth Digital Challenge for Young Media Professionals from Commonwealth Countries (Fully-funded to attend Commonwealth Summit in London) 2018

The Elizabeth R Media Fund is launching a new competition aimed at providing young and aspiring media managers from the Commonwealth with the skills and tools necessary to help their organisations face the digital challenges in their countries. Application Deadline: 3rd November, 2017 Eligible Countries: Members of Commonwealth countries To Be Taken At (Country): London, UK About the … Read more

Apply: WJP Anthony Lewis Prize for Exceptional Rule of Law Journalism 2017

The WJP Anthony Lewis Prize for Exceptional Rule of Law Journalism acknowledges journalists from around the world who have contributed to increased awareness and understanding of the foundational importance of the rule of law.  Application Deadline: 28th May 2017. Eligible Countries: All About the Award: Anthony Lewis (1927 – 2013), a friend and inspiration to the World Justice Project, … Read more

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