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XXX Global Media Awards

The Population Institute's Global Media Awards are devoted to drawing attention to global population issues. The award honors those who have contributed to creating an awareness of population problems through their journalistic endeavors in a meritorious manner.

Guidelines
1. Entries must contain nominee's complete contact information : name, address, phone, and e-mail.
2. Entries must be accompanied by a brief description of the entry and a justification explaining why it should be considered for a Global Media Award.
3. English translations must accompany entries in other languages.
4. Applicants must submit three printed copies of their submissions.
Selection Criteria
Entries will be evaluated on their potential to educate and inform policymakers or the general public about issues related to population growth. The jury will score entries on the following criteria.

Is the program reporting:
Accurate and fair?
Easily understood by the targeted audience?
Offer a new or enhanced perspective on the subject of population?
Relevant to the public policy debate on population or public understanding of issues related to population?
Well-presented?

How to Submit
Entries must be sent to:
Global Media Awards Program
Population Institute
107 Second Street NE
Washington, DC 20002

Please submit justification for award, the name of the media outlet and the date of its use, along with 3 copies of the project being considered. For more information contact Jennie Wetter: (202) 544-3300 ext. 108; e-mail jwetter@populationinstitute.org.

Eligibility Dates and Deadline for Submission
Eligible works must have been published or aired between September 1, 2008 and August 31, 2009. Deadline for entries is September 4, 2009. Winners will receive award in Washington, D.C. with all expenses paid.
Category Definitions

· Best Article or Series of Articles: For a journalist or journalists who best discuss population-related issues in an article or series of articles appearing in printed or online new sources, including magazines. This excludes any opinion pieces.

For more information please visit www.populationinstitute.org.