Stern
Stern Prize
Overview
The Stern Prize is for the outstanding achievements of the year. It is awarded by independent juries who passionately examine and argue about what was the best that journalism in Germany produced in 2024. At the end, in mid-May 2025, the winners will be celebrated.
Reward
The stern award recognizes outstanding journalistic achievements, regardless of whether they are published in traditional media or on digital platforms. Whether in print or spoken word, in photo series or moving images, in innovative graphic or cross-media formats.
Eligibility
Two of the five categories are reserved for individual media forms: the EGON ERWIN KISCH PRIZE for the best text reports, PHOTO STORY OF THE YEAR for an outstanding photographic achievement.
Application Requirements
Online application form.
