Applications are open for the EU-IOM Reporting Migration Competition 2022. The EU-IOM Joint Initiative for Migrant Protection and Reintegration is organising a reporting migration competition in West and Central African countries to foster quality reporting on the reintegration and protection of migrants. Nigeria is participating in this competition.
This initiative is based on a “solutions journalism” approach, which identifies and responds to key social issues. The goal of this journalistic approach is to:
- Tell migration stories in a balanced and ethical way.
- Share accurate information to help communities and families to support migrants in making informed migration choices.
- Share fair stories that can contribute to upholding the dignity of migrants worldwide.
Thematic Areas
To participate in this competition, journalists are invited to submit their published print, online or broadcast items (radio or video) on the below thematic areas:
- Irregular migration, return and reintegration
- Migrant protection
- Migrants with vulnerabilities
WORTH
Journalists will compete for a share of USD 6,000. The cash prize will be distributed as follows:
ELIGIBILITY
Open to journalists from all media houses or freelance professionals;
- 18 years old or above;
- Nationals or residents of Nigeria;
- Entries must have a thematic focus on any of the three areas mentioned above;
- Entries must have a geographic focus on Nigeria.
To apply and for more information visit here
DEADLINE: May 6 2022
