Sigma Awards 2026 for Data Journalism

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Global Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN) Online 2026

Information

The Sigma Awards 2026 for Data Journalism invites journalists from around the world to submit data journalism work published in 2025 for consideration. The awards feature a no-category rule and are judged by a global panel of data journalism experts, with GIJN hosting the awards since 2025.

Benefits

US$5,000 cash prize; recognition in the data journalism community.

Eligibility

Entries must be for data projects published in 2025 and submitted via the online form; entrants may be individuals or newsrooms and may enter multiple projects.

Application

Submit entries via the online form.

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Opportunity Details

TypeAward / Prize

OrganiserGlobal Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN)

LocationOnline

Open toEntries are open to journalists from all regions worldwide.

Journalism / Media Data Science / AI

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Deadline February 28, 2025

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