Nominate a Journalist of Excellence

Neal Conan Prize Nomination Process

The Neal Conan Prize for Excellence in Journalism is awarded each year by an Advisory Committee of peers and practitioners — friends of Neal's who share a deep connection to his legacy and bring extensive experience in the field. The Committee considers active journalists working in print, online, radio, and broadcast from every region of the world.

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To select the recipient, the Advisory Committee evaluates each nominee's exemplary work and published biographical information, weighing both their impact on journalism and how their values align with Neal's:

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• Commitment to excellence in the craft

• Integrity and courage in pursuit of truth

• Nuanced understanding of complex issues

• Human-centered storytelling and respect for the audience

• Depth of research and preparation

• Belief in honest, creative storytelling, including visual storytelling

• A lifelong curiosity and drive to learn

• Journalism as public service

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For 2026, the Committee is accepting nominations from people who share a passion for excellence in journalism. Individuals cannot self-nominate. If you'd like to nominate a mid-career journalist who embodies the criteria and values described above, please use the form below. You may submit one nomination per calendar year.

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Nominations submitted by July 31st, 2026 will be taken into consideration by the committee.