{"id":4434,"date":"2026-02-20T18:29:35","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T17:29:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shelfiecafe.it\/?post_type=mec-events&#038;p=4434"},"modified":"2026-02-20T18:29:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T17:29:35","slug":"anja-niedringhaus-courage-in-photojournalism-award","status":"publish","type":"mec-events","link":"https:\/\/www.shelfiecafe.it\/?mec-events=anja-niedringhaus-courage-in-photojournalism-award","title":{"rendered":"Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"null\">The award is part of IWMF\u2019s mission to support underrepresented journalists globally, especially those working in dynamically difficult contexts. The\u00a0<em>2026 Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award<\/em>, presented by the International Women\u2019s Media Foundation (IWMF), honors the legacy of Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Anja Niedringhaus, who was known for her courageous and empathetic reporting. The award celebrates the bold, high-impact work of women, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming photojournalists whose journalism reflects the bravery and commitment embodied by Niedringhaus.<\/p>\n<p class=\"null\">One selected photographer will receive a US$20,000 cash prize, and their work will be spotlighted during a public award ceremony.<\/p>\n<p class=\"western\">Eligibility is open to women, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming photojournalists, whether freelance or affiliated with media organizations. The IWMF emphasizes integrity: submitted images should not be overly manipulated, and staging or reenacting scenes is discouraged. To apply, candidates must submit a portfolio of 12 photographs that best represent their journalistic work in challenging environments. Six out of the twelve photos must have been taken between 2024 and 2026, while the remaining six can span the photographer\u2019s broader career. Applications are not accepted based on the length of work or engagement in conflict areas. No matter the level of experience.<\/p>\n<p class=\"western\"><strong>Deadline<\/strong>: April 1st 2026<\/p>\n<p><strong>Award:<\/strong> 20.000 USD<\/p>\n<p class=\"western\"><strong>Link<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/site.picter.com\/2026-iwmf-anja-niedringhaus-award\">https:\/\/site.picter.com\/2026-iwmf-anja-niedringhaus-award<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The award is part of IWMF\u2019s mission to support underrepresented journalists globally, especially those working in dynamically difficult contexts. The\u00a02026 Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award, presented by the International Women\u2019s Media Foundation (IWMF), honors the legacy of Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Anja Niedringhaus, who was known for her courageous and empathetic reporting. 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