If you are a writer or know a writer who produced a great story on Asia during calendar year 2009, it’s time to apply for the Osborn Elliott Prize for Excellence in Journalism on Asia. Submissions are due by Friday, March 19.
The $10,000 prize is awarded annually to a writer or team of writers who has produced the best example of journalism about Asia in print or online during the calendar year. Criteria for the prize include consideration for the impact of the work, its originality, creativity, depth of research and educational value in informing the public about Asia. The most recent prize was awarded to a team of writers from IHT for their coverage of Cyclone Nargis and its aftermath in Burma/Myanmar. For details on submitting: http://www.asiasociety.org/media/press-releases/asia-society-seeking-nominations-annual-osborn-elliott-prize-excellence-journal