The Award the Drives Change Just Got a Makeover
The Fair Media Council Folio Awards is?the gold standard for excellence in today’s media landscape, celebrating outstanding achievements across news media, businesses, and nonprofits. The call for entries is now open.
This year we introduce all-new categories that?have been expanded and updated to reflect the changing ways we tell stories and engage audiences. Whether you work in a newsroom, corporate communications, or nonprofit organization, you're eligible to enter, now through Feb. 1.
Announcing our new Signature Awards: For News:?Truth & Impact Award - The Fair Media Council Truth & Impact Award recognizes journalism that not only uncovers the truth but also has a demonstrable impact on society, leading to significant, documented change or awareness. This is the only news award to include a cash prize of $1,000.
For Social Media:?Social Impact Storytelling Award – The Fair Media Council Folio Awards highest honor in social media. This award is for a campaign that drives meaningful social change through powerful storytelling and engagement using social media. This is the only social media category that includes a cash prize of $1,000.
Now Accepting Lifetime Nominations: ?
For News:?Lifetime Achievement in News -This prestigious award celebrates a lifetime of impact, integrity, and unwavering commitment to informing the public and strengthening our democracy through quality news and access to information. Journalists and media professionals are eligible. Nominate someone who has shaped the media landscape and inspired future generations.
For Social Media:?NEW! Lifetime Achievement in Digital Media – Nominate an individual for innovation, leadership, and impact in advancing digital platforms, content, and technology that enhance public access to quality information and enrich the media landscape. This award recognizes a legacy of excellence in shaping how digital media informs, connects, and empowers communities.
New Categories for the Modern Media Landscape:
For News:??Major awards include best newscast, anchor, and reporter and more, plus more awards under these major headings:
For Social Media:? In addition to the introduction of our Social Impact Storytelling Award, social media categories include awards under these major headings:
All are Eligible: In the news categories, national news, New York metro regional news, and Long Island hyperlocal news by professionals and students may be entered. In the social media categories: All U.S.-based organizations are eligible to enter. We seek social media and corporate communications that educate, enlighten, or inspire.
Why Enter:?The Fair Media Council Folio Awards is the Gold Standard for the Modern Media Landscape. Due to FMC’s rigorous judging process, earning a Folio is a prestigious award that puts winners on the A-List with the best in the industry and provides visibility and connections to the best in news and social media.?
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