Global Shining Light Award

Each year dozens of journalists and media workers are killed – and hundreds more are attacked, imprisoned or threatened – just for doing their job. Many of these violations of free expression occur in developing or emerging countries, and quite often during military conflicts. GIJN is pleased to recognize and celebrate these courageous investigative journalists and their work.

There are two award categories: Small & Medium Outlets (organizations with staff of 20 or less, including freelancers); and Large Outlets (organizations with more than 20 staff). Winners will receive an honorary plaque, $2,500, and a trip to the 2025 Global Investigative Journalism Conference in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.