Ikeja Record Community Report Award 2024

The Ikeja Record Community Report Award 2024 is an opportunity for journalists to tell impactful stories from Lagos communities.

This initiative, created by Ikeja Record, focuses on supporting mid-career journalists in highlighting underrepresented narratives.

The award offers funding to develop and publish stories that drive meaningful engagement and spark conversations within the community.

Details of the Ikeja Record Community Report Award

The award provides a grant of ₦500,000 to the selected journalist.

This funding is intended to support the research, development, and publication of impactful community-focused stories.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements.

• Freelance journalists and those working with media organisations are eligible.
• Applicants must show a commitment to community-focused storytelling.
• A story pitch must be submitted by 10 December 2024, outlining the proposed idea.

Evaluation Criteria

Entries will be assessed based on originality, relevance, feasibility, and the potential to amplify community voices.

The aim is to spotlight untold stories that reflect the social, economic, and cultural realities of Lagos communities.

Application Process

Journalists must submit their applications by email.

Submission Requirements

• A story pitch detailing the proposed idea.
• A short biography of the journalist.
• Links to two previously published works.

Submission Guidelines

• Send applications to info@ikejarecord.com.
• Do not include any attachments.
• The email subject line must state ‘Community Report Award’.

Application Deadline

The deadline for submissions is 10 December 2024.

Additional Information

For further details, visit the Ikeja Record Community Report Award page.

The Ikeja Record Community Report Award reflects a commitment to development-driven journalism and provides a platform for journalists to tell stories that matter.