George Atkins Communications Award 2025

The George Atkins Communications Award recognises individual radio broadcasters for their outstanding commitment and contribution to food security and poverty reduction in low-income countries. It is presented each year to broadcasters who demonstrate overall excellence in responding to small-scale farmers’ needs, as well as a strong partnership with Farm Radio International. Winners receive a certificate and a prize of 500 CAD.

Certificate and a prize of 500 CAD

You must work at a radio station that has been a Farm Radio International broadcasting partner for at least one year, and have at least three years of experience as a radio broadcaster (including time spent volunteering).

Complete an application form (English, Amharic, Hausa, Portuguese or Swahili) and email it along with a photo and a recording of your program to the country-specific address listed.