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New Journalism Contest Announced in Ukraine: 'War in Focus'
The Command of the Territorial Defense Forces of Ukraine (TPO Media) has launched a journalism contest titled 'War in Focus'. The contest invites media professionals to submit works highlighting national resistance during the ongoing conflict.
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At a glance
- Contest launched by TPO Media; entries accepted until April 27, 2026
- Works must focus on national resistance and defense efforts
- Judging panel comprises experienced Ukrainian journalists and soldiers
- Eight award categories include various media formats
- Winners announced on June 6, 2026, at a documentary festival in Kyiv
Why it matters
The 'War in Focus' contest promotes journalism in Ukraine during a pivotal conflict, spotlighting national resilience. It provides a platform for diverse media contributions documenting the ongoing struggle and heroism of the Ukrainian people.
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What Happened
On April 20, 2026, the Command of the Territorial Defense Forces of Ukraine announced a journalism contest named 'War in Focus'. This initiative aims to showcase the efforts and heroism of the Ukrainian people amid the ongoing full-scale Russian invasion. According to TPO Media, the contest welcomes professional journalists, operators, photographers, bloggers, and entire editorial teams to participate.
Key Details
The competition accepts journalistic materials focusing on topics related to national resistance and the defense of Ukraine. Submitted works must have been published in Ukrainian or international media between April 22, 2025, and April 26, 2026.
The event will feature eight categories: video report, text report, radio report/podcast, photo report, interview, documentary film, best operator, and an award for the best communications specialist of the Ukrainian Defense Forces. The judging panel will consist of Ukrainian media professionals who have served as soldiers in the Defense Forces.
An additional award will be granted for the most popular entry, determined through online voting by the public. Participants can submit their entries until April 27, 2026, and finalists will be announced by June 5, 2026.
The winners will be honored at the documentary festival 'War in Focus' in Kyiv on June 6, 2026.
Why It Matters
This contest is a significant opportunity for journalists to gain recognition for their work amid a challenging conflict. It encourages creative storytelling and documentation of the resilience of the Ukrainian people and their defense efforts.
Background
The initiative comes as the Ukrainian media landscape continues to adapt and respond to the challenges posed by the ongoing conflict with Russia. Previous competitions have successfully highlighted the work of journalists committed to covering the war, including notable recognitions like those awarded at World Press Photo.
To participate, interested individuals must fill out an online Google form. For further inquiries, TPO Media can be contacted at 066 408 12 52. The contest represents an important moment for media professionals in Ukraine, offering them a platform to display their contributions during this critical period.
Source: Ukrinform UA
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