Knight International Journalism Award 2026

The Knight International Journalism Award, presented by the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ), honors outstanding journalists whose work has led to meaningful social impact. This prestigious award highlights excellence in reporting, media innovation, and public-interest journalism that improves lives and strengthens communities.

🏆 About the Award

• Sponsor Organization: International Center for Journalists (ICFJ)
• Purpose: Recognizing journalists whose work has made a significant societal impact through innovation, integrity, and resilience.

🎁 Benefits

Recipients of the ICFJ Knight International Journalism Award will enjoy:

• Global visibility and professional recognition.
• Inclusion among a distinguished network of past honorees.
• Amplification of impactful journalism on an international stage.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Eligible Nominees

The award is open to:

• Reporters and correspondents.
• Editors and newsroom leaders.
• Media technologists and innovators.
• Citizen journalists with demonstrated impact.

Nomination Rules

• Candidates may be nominated by others or self-nominate.
• Nominees must show clear evidence of community or societal impact.
• Work should demonstrate originality, integrity, and resilience.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 08 February, 2026
• To apply, visit the official application portal.

🔗 Additional Information

• View details about the award on the ICFJ website.

For journalists committed to driving meaningful change, the ICFJ Knight International Journalism Award is an unparalleled opportunity to gain recognition and amplify their impact on a global scale.

• Global visibility and professional recognition
• Inclusion among a distinguished network of past honorees
• Amplification of impactful journalism on an international stage