The Kurt Schork Memorial Fund has officially opened its call for entries for the 2026 Awards in International Journalism.
These annual honors are dedicated to recognizing the brave reporting of conflict, corruption, and human rights transgressions across the globe.
The awards are split into three distinct categories: Freelance Journalist, Local Reporter, and News Fixer.
They celebrate the work of those whose reporting is often poorly paid and frequently fraught with danger
Funding and benefits
Winners of the Freelance Journalist and Local Reporter Awards will receive a cash prize of $5,000.
These prizes honor excellence in courageous reporting and help support journalists who travel to the world’s most dangerous zones to witness the consequences of conflict.
The News Fixer Award recognizes the vital role of local experts who assist visiting foreign reporters in hostile locations.
In recent cycles, winners in this category have each received $3,500 for their essential contributions to the impact and reach of international news.
Application requirements and eligibility
The Freelance Award is open to journalists who report on the impact of conflict at great personal risk.
The Local Reporter category focuses on journalists in developing nations or countries in transition who report on events occurring in their own homeland.
News fixers are eligible if their local knowledge and guidance materially benefited the content and reach of stories submitted by foreign outlets.
The fund seeks to honor those whose work helps shine a light on “elusive truths” in difficult conditions.
Applicants are often recognized for their meticulous research and ability to tackle sensitive or under-reported issues.
Ultimately, the awards pay tribute to the spirit of Kurt Schork by highlighting the stories of the innocent victims of war and injustice.
Deadline
Submissions for the 2026 award cycle are now being accepted through the official fund website.
Journalists with questions regarding the application process should contact the fund directly at enquiries@ksmfund.org.
To apply, visit The Kurt Schork Memorial Fund call page. Visit our global opportunity page for more.
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