We are pleased to inform you that Michael Elliott Award for Excellence is now open for applications from suitably qualified students. It is a fully funded scholarship for all students sponsored by the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ).
About the Award
International Center for Journalists is a non-profit, professional organization located in Washington, D.C., United States, that promotes journalism worldwide.
Since 1984, the International Center for Journalists has worked directly with more than 70,000 journalists from 180 countries over 27 years.
The award honors up-and-coming journalists in Africa who strive to strengthen people’s voices and illuminate the transformational change taking place on the continent.
The award entries must represent groundbreaking journalistic work published between December 1, 2021, and December 1, 2022.
Winners will be selected on the quality of their articles and the impact their work has had on communities.
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Benefits of Michael Elliott Award for Excellence
The winners will receive a $5,000 cash prize and a personalized crystal award.
The winners will have an opportunity to spend up to two weeks at The Economist headquarters in London, or to complete a tailored study tour of US newsrooms.
Requirements for Michael Elliott Award for Excellence
1. The contest is open to English-speaking journalists working in Africa for print, broadcast, and online news media. Applicants must have no more than 10 years of journalism experience.
2. Applicants must submit one published piece that exemplifies Africa through thoughtful reporting and excellent storytelling.
We are looking for impactful investigative or explanatory pieces, especially those illuminating transformational change in Africa.
3. A copy of the published story or broadcast clip must be submitted in English. Works in other languages must include English translations.
We welcome submissions from print, broadcast, or digital journalists. Multimedia submissions may include web, audio, video, visual, or mixed media.
4. The submitted story must be published between December 1, 2021, and December 1, 2022.
How to Apply Online
Interested and qualified candidates should APPLY HERE
Application Deadline
December 31, 2022.
