European Press Prize

07/09/2026

For more than a decade, Michael O’Farrell followed a story that powerful institutions had failed to confront. His investigation into the Church’s cover-up of a serial child abuser in Africa is a testament to what persistent, independent journalism can achieve.

“The Brother D conspiracy” reveals decades of abuse and institutional silence, and shows how reporting can help bring accountability to those who have been denied justice for far too long.

Congratulations to Michael O’Farrell, winner of the European Press Prize 2026 Investigative Reporting Award, for his extraordinary commitment to uncovering the truth.

Read his award-winning investigation via link in bio.

27/08/2026

Some photographs capture a moment. Others leave us with questions that take decades to answer.

In her award-winning piece, traces the story behind a photograph taken during the war, uncovering what happened before, during and after the moment captured on camera.

Congratulations again to Barbara Matejčić, our European Press Prize 2026 Special Award Winner.

Read her brilliant work via link in bio.

24/08/2026

Big changes ahead!

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We’re introducing important updates to the 2027 Prize, including a new entry timeline and clearer geographical eligibility rules.

Entries open 1 November 2026 ⏰

While some rules are changing, our definition of Europe stays the same: it continues to include all Council of Europe member states, as well as Russia and Belarus.

More updates coming soon!

17/08/2026

What happens when AI fails to see everyone equally? Hear from our 2026 Innovation Award Winners as they unpack the investigation that exposed the hidden human costs of an algorithm used in healthcare.

You can find their full investigation via link in bio.

12/08/2026

Journalism helps us see, understand and document reality.

In her keynote at the European Press Prize 2026 in Lisbon, Veronika Munk reflected on journalism, resilience and the responsibility to serve audiences through independent, quality reporting.

Read her full speech via link in bio.

Photo by Bárbara Monteiro

06/08/2026

, , Luděk Stavinoha and their team won our Migration Journalism Award 2026 for a powerful investigation into the dire conditions faced by unaccompanied children in Greece’s refugee camps. Published by , and .kollektiv, the project exposed systemic neglect through FOI documents, on-the-ground evidence and testimonies.

Read their investigation via the link in bio.

28/07/2026

and Willem Feenstra won our Distinguished Reporting Award 2026 for a powerful investigation into the deliberate killing of children in Gaza.

Read their deeply moving work via the link in bio.

22/07/2026

✨ Our 2026 Year Report is now available! It reflects on a season shaped by change, growth, and a shared commitment to quality journalism.

Inside you’ll find highlights from the past year, key statistics, our 2026–2030 strategic framework, financial updates, and a look back at this season’s Winners, Runners-Up, and Nominees.

A sincere thank you to everyone who made this season possible — our Nominees, Winners, Jury members, Partners, supporters, and the wider Prize Community. Here’s to another year of celebrating outstanding journalism!

Link to the full report in bio.

09/07/2026

🤔 What does it take to select Europe's best journalism?

Our newly published 2026 Jury Report offers a behind-the-scenes look at the European Press Prize selection process, from hundreds of submissions to this year's Winners and Runners-Up.

The report also shares the Jury's reflections on every shortlisted project, highlighting the outstanding reporting, investigation and storytelling that shaped this year's Awards.

📖 Read the 2026 Jury Report:

Each year the European Press Prize publishes a comprehensive Jury Report showcasing the Jury’s thoughts on each shortlisted and winning piece.