Competition for journalistic materials on European integration
Verified by the editorial team 29 September 2026
Updated Source switched to the IRF site; clarified: prize for journalists, not an NGO grant; categories and criteria added
Summary
UAH 30,000 for the winner in each of three categories. This is a prize contest for journalists for already published work, not a grant for organisations; entries close on 15 October 2026.
About the call
The International Renaissance Foundation wants to recognise authors of quality coverage of Ukraine's EU accession, encourage more journalists to take up the topic and build a library of the best work. Eligible pieces must be published between 1 January and 15 October 2026, have European integration as their central theme rather than a passing mention, and include the author's own analysis or reporting.
Categories are Text, Audio / Video and Multimedia projects. A jury assesses public significance, journalistic quality, clarity for a general audience, originality and execution. Results will be announced on 23 November 2026.
Who can apply
- Journalists and authors covering Ukraine's EU integration
- Authors of text, audio, video and multimedia work
Who cannot apply
- Organisations applying for a grant
- Pieces that mention the EU only in passing
What the funds are for
- UAH 30,000 prize for the winner of each category
How to apply
- 1Prepare or select a piece published in 2026
- 2Complete the online form on the contest page
- 3Submit by 15 October 2026
- 4Send questions to pr@irf.ua
Questions and answers
- Which pieces can be entered in the contest?
- Pieces published between 1 January and 15 October 2026 that have European integration as their central theme rather than a passing mention and include the author's own analysis or reporting.
- What are the categories and when are results announced?
- Categories are Text, Audio / Video and Multimedia projects. Results will be announced on 23 November 2026.
Change history
- Updated: Source switched to the IRF site; clarified: prize for journalists, not an NGO grant; categories and criteria added
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