Nomination Investigative Journalism

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Nomination Form

Investigative Journalism Excellence Award

SECTION A: NOMINEE INFORMATION

1. Title of Investigation / Series:

2. Media Platform (select all that apply):

Print

Broadcast

Digital

Multimedia

3. Publication / Broadcast Outlet:

4. Date(s) of Publication / Broadcast:

5. Lead Investigative Reporter / Team Lead: (For collaborative investigations, list the primary lead)

6. Additional Team Members (if applicable):

7. Contact Details of Nominator or Primary Contact Person:

First name

Last name

Email

Phone

Organisation (if applicable)

SECTION B: INVESTIGATION DETAILS

8. Summary of Investigation (300–500 words): (Provide a concise description of the investigation, its purpose, central findings, and significance.)

9. Links to Published/Broadcast Work: (Insert URLs; attach files if work is not publicly accessible.)

A maximum of 5 files can be uploaded

SECTION C: METHODOLOGY & PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

11. Investigative Methods Used (300–500 words): (Describe research processes, verification methods, source development, document/ data analysis, fieldwork, etc.)

12. Ethical Considerations (200–300 words): (Briefly outline how ethical dilemmas were addressed: fairness, accuracy, anonymity, right of reply, harm minimisation.)

13. Challenges & Risks Faced (200–300 words): (Describe legal, personal, safety, political, or institutional obstacles encountered during the investigation.)

SECTION D: PUBLIC-INTEREST VALUE & IMPACT

14. Public-Interest Justification (300–500 words): (Explain why the issue investigated matters to society, and how it advances transparency or accountability.)

15. Demonstrated Impact (300–500 words): Possible forms of impact include: Policy or legislative reforms Investigations initiated (police, NPA, SIU, Chapter 9 institutions) Judicial or disciplinary outcomes Resignations / dismissals Public awareness or mo

16. Independent Endorsements (Optional): (Quotes, letters, or references from editors, civil society, experts, or affected communities.)

SECTION E: DECLARATION

17. Declaration by Nominator / Applicant:

I confirm that the information provided in this nomination is accurate and complete. I acknowledge that the submission will be reviewed in accordance with the Award category’s eligibility rules and evaluation criteria.

Name

Role/Position

Organisation (if applicable)

Email

Phone

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Date and time

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Day

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SECTION F: DOCUMENT CHECKLIST

Before submitting, please ensure the following are included:

Fully completed Nomination Form

Full text / recordings of the investigative work

Links to published content

Supporting documents (optional but recommended)

Editorial confirmation letter (if available)

Any additional context relevant to evaluation

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Nomination Form

Investigative Journalism Excellence Award

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