#TellMyStory: Commission launches 2017 Lorenzo Natali Media Prize

Today, the European Commission announces the launch of the 2017 Lorenzo Natali Media Prize, which recognises outstanding reporting on development and poverty eradication. The Prize is open to professional and amateur journalists, broadcasters and bloggers.

Launched with the hashtag #TellMyStory, the Lorenzo Natali Media Prize celebrates the best traditions of journalism in uncovering powerful and moving stories, giving a voice to those who often find it impossible or difficult to be heard. The Prize is an opportunity for journalists to demonstrate their commitment to reporting on development, poverty eradication and democracy, as well as inspiring people to improve lives in their own communities. The Lorenzo Natali Media Prize will be awarded to one amateur and one professional journalist from each of the following regions: Africa; the Arab World and the Middle East; Asia and the Pacific; Latin America and the Caribbean; and Europe. Each winner will be awarded €5 000.

• Primary Source

ESO: Background information: Press Release: European Commission launches the Lorenzo Natali Media Prize 2015 http://www.europeansources.info/record/press-release-european-commission-launches-the-lorenzo-natali-media-prize-2015/

ESO: Background information: Press Release: Competition for the 2005 Natali Prize Launched http://www.europeansources.info/record/press-release-competition-for-the-2005-natali-prize-launched/

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