Event Announcement: AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards 2026 Opens for Entries

The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) has officially opened submissions for the 2026 AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards, inviting journalists worldwide to submit outstanding work in science reporting across print, digital, audio, and video categories. The awards, regarded as one of the most recognized honors in science journalism, celebrate reporting that improves public understanding of science, engineering, and mathematics.

Organizers announced that entries are now being accepted through the official awards platform, with the submission deadline set for August 1, 2026. Journalists may submit up to three entries across multiple categories, including large outlet reporting, small outlet reporting, in-depth journalism, magazine features, audio storytelling, and video reporting. Children’s science journalism categories are also included for reporting aimed at audiences aged 14 and under.

The AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards have recognized excellence in science journalism since 1945 and became fully international following expanded support from The Kavli Foundation. According to AAAS, the awards are intended to encourage rigorous, accurate, and accessible science reporting that helps audiences better understand scientific developments and their societal impact.

Entries are open to journalists working for independent news organizations worldwide, provided the submitted work was originally published or broadcast during the contest eligibility period. Organizers noted that submissions published in languages other than English must include English translations for judging purposes.

The competition continues to attract international participation from reporters, documentary producers, podcast creators, and multimedia journalists covering subjects ranging from climate science and public health to technology, space exploration, and scientific innovation. Winners are selected by independent judging panels based on accuracy, originality, clarity, initiative, and contribution to public understanding of science.

Media organizations and journalism advocates frequently view the awards as an important platform for recognizing public interest science reporting during a period marked by misinformation, rapid technological change, and increasing demand for accessible scientific communication. The 2026 awards cycle is expected to draw submissions from journalists and media outlets across multiple continents.

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https://sjawards.aaas.org/entries-now-being-accepted-2026-awards