Any full-time, part-time or freelance woman reporter, writer, editor, photographer or producer are eligible for the International Women’s Media Foundation’s 2003 Courage in Journalism Award. The award honours women working in the news media who have demonstrated extraordinary strength of character in pursuing their profession under difficult or dangerous circumstances, including physical danger, government oppression, political pressure or other intimidating obstacles.

The award carries a 2,000 US dollars cash prize and a sculpture which symbolizes freedom and courage. Up to three recipients will be recognized in ceremonies in the United States, in New York and Los Angeles, in October 2003.

All nominations must be completed by the candidate’s supervisor, colleague or other professional associate.

For further information, contact Amy Johnson, Director of Programs, IWMF: 1726 M Street, NW, Suite 1002; Washington, DC 20036; tel. (202) 496-1992, fax (202) 496-1977, e-mail: ajohnson@iwmf.org

Brief bios of all previous award winners are available at http://www.iwmf.org/courage/awardees.php

Deadline: Nominations must be submitted between January 1, 2003 and March 14, 2003. Completed nominations, including all supporting documents, must be received by the IWMF no later than March 14.

Source: Media Institute of Southern Africa