"The liberty of the press is essential to the security of freedom."
— John Adams
What is the
International Journalism Olympiad?
The International Journalism Olympiad is designed to inspire young minds to engage with the complexities of the modern world through ethical storytelling and critical analysis. From reporting the facts to exposing injustice, journalism plays a central role in civic life.
Through two rounds, regional and international, students showcase their ability to:
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Investigate
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Articulate
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Cross examine
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Fact check
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Remain unbiased
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Reflect
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Craft a narrative
Participants will be evaluated on the following criteria, see the Guidelines and Rules page for more details.
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Accuracy & research
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Clarity & structure
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Creativity & originality
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Depth of reporting
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Professional quality
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Mastery of medium
This is not a contest of opinion, but of integrity and perspective.
The Regional round will be an article competition where participants will write an editorial of no more than 1000 words.
The International round will be a media submission competition where participants will explore the different media realms of journalism.
Submissions are evaluated by seasoned journalists and professors.
Judges Panel
Our distinguished panel of award winning journalists, correspondents, investigative reporters, and journalism professors bring international standards of integrity and excellence to the review process.
Our judges are from around the world and are some of the leading professionals in virtually every field of journalism, ensuring each submission receives meaningful, professional-level evaluation.
Dr. Elizabeth Monroe
PhD, Journalism and Mass Communication – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
PhD Minor, Political Science – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
MA, Journalism – Columbia University
BA, Journalism – Northwestern University
Dr. Elizabeth Monroe is a professor of journalism whose research bridges media institutions with democratic governance, specializing in press freedom, political communication, and the impact of misinformation on public trust. She has authored over 70 peer-reviewed publications and led numerous national and international research initiatives on digital media ethics, election coverage, and media polarization.