Launched by the European Commission, the Lorenzo Natali Media Prize rewards rewards international journalists and initiatives that may inspire newsrooms in Europe and beyond to adopt higher professional standards, more collaborative methods, and innovative approaches to investigation, verification, and storytelling. The winner will be recognised at the Voices Festival in Florence, Italy, from 10 to 12 March 2026.
Who can enter?
media outlets
freelance journalists
students at journalism schools
trainee journalists
individuals or groups active in media literacy activities
applicants legally residing or be established outside the EU27.