Celebrating the invaluable role of journalists in educating the public and informing audiences across Europe, the Semmelweis-Richter Journalism Award For Excellence in Women’s Health and Pharma Industry Reporting is open for submissions. The award aims to recognize the profound impact journalists have on healthcare and the well-being of communities worldwide.
Journalists are invited to submit their stories on women’s health and pharmaceutical strategies and innovation published between January 1st 2024 and February 28th 2025.
These may include stories that help raise awareness, are about certain stigmatized diseases within society, cultivate open social discourse, and/or ultimately lead to improved treatment and understanding.
Submission Requirements:
– Participants can submit up to two entries, each in a separate category.
– All entries must have been published between January 1st 2024 and February 28th 2025.
– Entries must consist of a scanned version of the article for print publications, or a publicly accessible link leading to the article in case of online publication, or a screenshot in case of paid online content.
– Entries must be in English or translated into English. (For languages other than English, the original must be enclosed as well).
– Entries must be submitted electronically through our website: https://semmelweisrichteraward.com/
Prizes:
The award fund is €45,000. Prizes for the categories are as follows: €10,000 (first place), €7,500 (second place), and €5,000 (third place). All six winners will be awarded an all-expenses paid trip to attend the closing ceremony at Semmelweis University Campus, in Budapest, Hungary, in the May-June, 2025.
The panel of judges comprising industry leads and delegates from independent media organizations will assess publications based on quality of reporting, investigative depth, impact and significance, originality and clear communication.
Winners will be announced on the third week of May, 2025.
The deadline for submission is April 7th 2025 at 23:59 (CET).
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