YJI Frank Keegan Award for News
by Youth Journalism International (YJI)
Crystal Trophy
YJI Frank Keegan Award for News is a competition by Youth Journalism International (YJI) for children aged 0 to 19, open to students across India.
Mode
Online
Fee
$25
Duration
Annual contest cycle
Format
Individual
Time needed
Submission of previously published work
About this opportunity
The Frank Keegan Award for News is a top journalism award by Youth Journalism International (YJI), a nonprofit founded in 1994 in Connecticut, USA. The award recognizes excellence in news reporting by young journalists aged 19 and under, named in honor of the YJI co-founder.
This is one of YJI's top award categories alongside Student Journalist of the Year, the First Amendment Award, and the Courage in Journalism Award. Winners receive a crystal trophy, while all category winners from first place to honorable mention receive custom-made award certificates.
Entries are evaluated by more than two dozen judges including professional journalists, teachers, and media experts worldwide. The contest accepts entries from non-professional journalists worldwide who have published or broadcast work in English. Entry fee is $25 USD with fee waivers available for individuals experiencing financial hardship.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 0 to 19 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Prerequisites
- Published or broadcast news reporting work in English
Open to non-professional journalists aged 19 and under worldwide. Work must have been published or broadcast in English. Entries from school publications, blogs, online papers, and other venues accepted.
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Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
Rewards and recognition
Prizes
Crystal Trophy
Top category winners receive a crystal trophy
Certificate
Award Certificate
Custom-made award certificates for all winners from first place to honorable mention
Recognition
International Journalism Recognition
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Named after YJI co-founder Frank Keegan
- Recognizes excellence specifically in news reporting
- Judged by 24+ professional journalists, teachers, and media experts
Rounds & format
Single round evaluation of previously published news reporting work
How entries are judged
Entries evaluated for excellence in news reporting quality, accuracy, and impact
How to apply
- 1Submit entry via YJI online form with public link to published work
- 2Pay entry fee of $25 USD (fee waivers available)
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Entry fee is $25 USD. Fee waivers are available for individuals experiencing financial hardship.
Frequently asked questions
Is YJI Frank Keegan Award for News free?
No. The registration fee is $25.
Who can participate in YJI Frank Keegan Award for News?
Children aged 0 to 19.
What will my child gain from YJI Frank Keegan Award for News?
Crystal trophy for top category winners. Custom-made award certificate. International recognition for excellence in news reporting. Named award honoring YJI co-founder Frank Keegan.
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