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Journalism plays a vital role in upholding the rule of law, holding power to account, and safeguarding rights. With over 6 billion people living in nations where the rule of law has weakened, recognizing journalists’ efforts has never been more critical. Nominations are open worldwide, including self-nominations. Entries must be in English or translated accordingly.
A Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, Anthony Lewis (1927-2013) transformed legal journalism. His coverage of the U.S. Supreme Court and international justice inspired the World Justice Project. His legacy continues through this prize, celebrating fearless reporting in pursuit of justice.
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Application deadline: March 2, 2025
October 28, 2025: Harvard University opens 2026 Nieman Fellowship applications for journalists worldwide. Apply by December 1, 2025 (international) or January 31, 2026 (U.S.) to join the prestigious program.
October 16, 2025: Apply by Dec 31, 2025, for Stringer Foundation grants supporting courageous journalists reporting human rights abuses, corruption, and global threats.
October 16, 2025: Applications are open for the 2026-27 Knight-Wallace Fellowships at the University of Michigan. Journalists worldwide can apply by December 1 or February 1 deadlines.
August 27, 2025: Join global media leaders at JournalismAI Festival 2025 in London this November. Explore how AI is transforming newsrooms, reporting, and audience engagement.
August 06, 2025: The Society of Environmental Journalists is now accepting submissions for the 2025 SEJ Awards, recognizing excellence in environmental journalism. Winners may receive up to $10,000 and other prestigious honors.
August 05, 2025: Applications for the 2026–2027 Chevening Scholarships are now open. The UK Government is offering fully funded postgraduate opportunities for global leaders. Apply by October 7, 2025.
August 05, 2025: The AIPS Sport Media Awards 2025 are now open for submissions. Sports journalists, photographers, and broadcasters worldwide can enter their best work for global recognition and cash prizes.
July 29, 2025: Join a free Poynter webinar on September 9 to learn how to cover mental health equity. Ideal for journalists across beats, this session provides tools to report with accuracy, empathy, and impact.
October 28, 2025 Sindh Police arrested four suspects linked to a banned outfit in the murder of journalist Imtiaz Mir, who was shot in Karachi in September 2025.
October 27, 2025 IFJ and over 300 global unions urge ASEAN to reject the Myanmar junta’s sham 2025 election, calling it an illegal attempt to legitimize military rule.
October 26, 2025 Riffat Ara Alvi, the mother of slain Pakistani journalist Arshad Sharif, has died, ending her relentless fight for justice following his killing in Kenya in 2022.
October 26, 2025 A veteran journalist reflects on the decline of newspapers, the rise of digital news, and how technology forever changed the rhythm and rituals of journalism.
October 26, 2025 CNN’s Christiane Amanpour reveals her ovarian cancer has returned but says it’s being well-managed, urging greater awareness and early diagnosis.