Welcome to Danish Siddiqui Foundation
The foundation is established in memory of renowned Pulitzer-winning photojournalist Danish Siddiqui, who was killed in Afghanistan in 2021. The foundation aims to promote and propagate value-based journalism through various programs and initiatives for students, professionals, and freelancers.


MISSION-DRIVEN
Value-based Journalism
The Danish Siddiqui Foundation is dedicated to promoting value-based journalism, recognizing its crucial role not only in reporting but also within newsrooms and beyond. This commitment is the cornerstone of all our programs.
Integrity
Maintain the highest standards of journalism ethics and be firm in moral principles while reporting.
Empathy
Be sensitive, compassionate, & maintain the highest standards of professional journalism.
Courage
Display moral, ethical, or physical courage and determination despite facing intimidation.
Truth
Deliver truth and report objectively and accurately without any bias.
What Leading Journalists Say






Our Focus Areas
JOURNALISM EDUCATION
JOURNALIST SAFETY
PHOTO JOURNALISM
Journalism Scholarships
An Immersive Scholarship Program provides students with a comprehensive learning environment outside the classroom while taking care of the financial barriers to education for an all-round development.
Rising Reporters
Empowering young journalists to address vital issues across diverse topics, making a substantial contribution to the field through their impactful storytelling, creating positive change in the world of journalism
Journalist Safety
Ensuring the safety of frontline journalists is crucial in high-risk areas. Specialized training is essential to navigate unique threats and challenges that journalists face in conflict zones or areas of heightened danger
Photo Contest
Designed to showcase the power of images in storytelling. This contest aims to encourage aspiring photojournalists to capture compelling stories that ignite conversations through their photographs.
Danish Siddiqui Freedom Award Winners 2022
by Kisan Trust India
Prof. Rekha Verma
Ajit Anjum
Adnan Abidi
Become A JOURNALIST
Are you interested in Journalism ?
Are you curious about the world around you, have a sense of humor, and be willing to learn? Do you have a passion for going out in the world to find stories that will educate, inform, uncover, expose and trigger people's interests and emotions? Apply for the Danish Siddiqui Journalism Scholarship Program.

Scholarship Winners 2023
Udisha Shrivastav
I am thrilled that I have been awarded the Danish Siddiqui Journalism Scholarship, and I feel incredibly honored. I am looking forward to working on my project idea under this year’s theme, ‘Journalist Safety,’ and adding value to the community.
Rahat Touhid
I am delighted to have been selected for the prestigious scholarship. I am hopeful of contributing positively towards ensuring a safe working environment for journalists. The path for brave reportage has been boldly paved by Danish Siddiqui, it is an opportunity to be selected here, to take the fight and the legacy ahead.
Umaima Khanam
As a passionate young woman with a clear vision for the future of journalism, I have embarked on a path that would allow me to use the power of mass media to tell compelling stories & make a positive impact on the world. Receiving the scholarship has not only financially backed me but also felt like a recognition & appreciation of my work.
Aman Jaiswal
I believe this scholarship will act as a driving force, adding a new feather of journalistic skills to my cap and helping me to serve society through my words, voice, and writings. While at the same time allowing me to realize a career in fact & data-based journalism.
Aasma Q
For me, this scholarship is a beautiful start toward my dream of being a photojournalist or a filmmaker who tells stories of love, hope, and resistance. I want to use the power of visual storytelling to shed light on the stories that are often left untold, and to capture the beauty in the world around us
News & Views

Watch DOCUMENTARY
Killed By The Taliban
Indian Photojournalist Danish Siddiqui's Death During His Coverage Of The Taliban War In Afghanistan Is Shrouded In Mystery. As His Family Seeks Crucial Answers, News9 Plus Carries Out This Eye-Opening Investigation.