Danish Siddiqui
Journalism
Awards

• Open to Journalists: The Award is open to professional journalists, photojournalists, and video journalists working in print, photojournalism, digital, and broadcast.
• Geographical Scope: Submissions are accepted from journalists working in India, including foreign correspondents.
• Work Published Date: Eligible works must have been published, broadcast, or publicly disseminated during the calendar year immediately preceding the award year.
• Original Work: All submitted works must be original and created by the entrant(s). Works plagiarized or found to be significantly derivative will be disqualified.
• Number of Entries: Each journalist can submit a maximum of two entries across all categories.

• Print Journalism:
  • To be submitted in PDF format.
  • If a URL is available, that can be provided also.
• Photojournalism:
  • Submit up to 5 high-resolution images (JPEG format, minimum 300 DPI).
  • Each image must be captioned with a description, date, and location.
  • Include a brief narrative (up to 300 words) explaining the context of the photos.
• Video Journalism:
  • Submit a URL link to the video hosted on a public platform or via a secure download link.
  • A brief synopsis (up to 300 words) must accompany the video entry.
• Digital Storytelling:
  • Include URLs for multimedia pieces published online, such as interactive graphics, web documentaries, or podcasts.
  • Provide a brief overview (up to 300 words).

• Complete the Online Submission Form: All entries must be submitted through the official Danish Siddiqui Journalism Award website. Fill out the submission form with required details, including personal information, a brief biography, and a high-resolution profile photo.
• Attach Required Files and Links: Upload or provide links to the work being submitted as per the format guidelines above.
• Include Supporting Documents:
  • A brief statement (up to 250 words) describing the motivation behind the work and its impact.
  • Self-declaration that the work was produced by the entrant(s) and that all ethical standards were upheld.
• Submit by Deadline: Late entries will not be accepted under any circumstances.

• Relevance and Impact: Work that contributes significantly to public understanding of important issues and has the potential to drive awareness, inspire action, or bring about meaningful change.
• Originality and Innovation: Creative storytelling approaches — fresh perspectives, unique angles, or innovative use of media.
• Research and Depth: Thorough investigation and in-depth analysis, providing context and insight into the subject matter.
• Ethical Standards: Adherence to the highest standards of journalistic ethics — fair, objective, and respectful of journalistic integrity.
• Presentation: Clear, cohesive, and effective communication of the story through writing, visual elements, or multimedia formats.

The Danish Siddiqui Journalism Award follows a strict conflict-of-interest policy to ensure fairness and independence.

• Jury members are not permitted to recommend or nominate entries.
• Only submissions received through the official application process are considered.
• In the event of any overlap between a jury member and an applicant organisation, the concerned jury member is recused from evaluating that entry and no details of such submissions are shared with them.
• All entries are assessed against clearly defined criteria through a multi-stage evaluation process involving multiple reviewers.

These safeguards are integral to maintaining the credibility and integrity of the Award.

• Verification of Information: The Foundation reserves the right to verify the authenticity of submitted works and supporting documents.
• Publication Rights: The Foundation reserves the right to use submitted materials for promotional purposes, with due credit given to the authors.
• Disclosure: Entries from previous winners in the same category within the last three years are not eligible. Works recognised in other significant awards may require disclosure during submission.
• Withdrawal: Entries can be withdrawn any time before the submission deadline by sending a mail to the Foundation. No withdrawals will be accepted after the deadline.