The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) in collaboration with ONE and the Elliott family seek entries for the inaugural 2017 Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling.
WORTH
- The award winner will receive a $5,000 cash prize to pursue an in-depth reporting project.
- The winner will also spend time in U.S newsrooms to learn new skills and receive mentorship from ICFJ, helping to catalyze additional reporting that engages and empowers Africans.
ELIGIBILITY
- The contest is open to up-and-coming, English speaking journalists working for print,broadcast and online news media based in Africa.
- Applicants must submit a published story or series that reflects top-notch storytelling about important issues.
- Submissions can include feature stories; in-depth, investigative or explanatory pieces; or multimedia reports or documentaries.
- Published stories or broadcasts must be submitted in English. Works in other languages must include English translations.
DEADLINE: January 30 2017
To apply and for more information visit here
