Last Updated on February 1, 2022
The ICFJ Knight International Journalism Award recognizes excellent reporting that makes a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Recipients of the ICFJ Knight International Journalism Award are reporters, editors, technologists, media managers or citizen journalists who, despite difficult circumstances, produce pioneering news reports or innovations that make a significant impact in their countries.
The Award, supported by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, reflects the mission of ICFJ Knight Fellowships: to instill a culture of news innovation worldwide. The goal is to seed new ideas and services that deepen coverage, expand news delivery and engage citizens in the editorial process. The fellowship program is supported by Knight Foundation, with additional funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Award
- Each winner will receive a $10,000 cash prize and a crystal trophy recognizing their achievement. The winners will be honored on November 10 at ICFJ’s 2022 Tribute to Journalists.
Eligibility
- Candidates can be reporters, editors, technologists, media managers or citizen journalists.
- Those who meet the award’s criteria may nominate themselves.
Nomination
All nominations must be submitted by 11:59 pm Eastern time on Sunday, February 20, 2022.
For more information, visit ICFJ.
Deadline: February 20, 2022