2012 Excellence in Epilepsy Journalism Award Now Open
Recognising outstanding reporting on epilepsy
The Excellence in Epilepsy Journalism Award is a joint initiative between the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE) and the biopharmaceutical company UCB, which recognises journalists who have excelled in reporting on epilepsy.
Now in its fourth year, the annual Excellence in Epilepsy Journalism Award honours original and informative reporting on epilepsy, attracting a growing number of high-quality entries from around the world, with 49 entries from 24 countries received last year.
- The 2012 award is open to journalists around the globe, who can either submit their own work or be nominated by a third party
- There are four categories for entries print, online and broadcast TV and broadcast radio, with one winner to be selected from each group
- The independent judging panel will select articles or reports that are responsible, informative, original and support the aim of raising awareness and understanding of epilepsy
- Entries can be about any aspect of epilepsy and must have been published or broadcast between 30th November 2011 and 30th November 2012.
Click here to download the Excellence in Journalism Awards application form.
Certain local restrictions may apply regarding this award and the award is only available where not prohibited or restricted by local laws and regulations.