George Atkins Communications Award 2025

The George Atkins Communications Award recognizes individual radio broadcasters for their outstanding commitment and contribution to food security and poverty reduction in low-income countries.

The award is named after George Atkins, the esteemed Founding Director of Farm Radio International, in recognition of his significant contributions to the organization and its mission. Each year, this prestigious award is presented to broadcasters who exemplify overall excellence in addressing the needs of small-scale farmers. The recipients are recognized not only for their outstanding broadcasting skills but also for their unwavering commitment to fostering strong partnerships with Farm Radio International. This collaboration is crucial in delivering valuable agricultural information and resources to farmers, ultimately enhancing their livelihoods and empowering them to thrive in their communities.

Award of Atkins Communications

• The broadcasters who win the George Atkins Communications Award receive a certificate and a prize of $500 CA.

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Eligibility for Atkins Communications

To be eligible for the award:

• You must work at a radio station that has been a Farm Radio International broadcasting partner for a minimum of one year.
• You must have at least three years of experience as a radio broadcaster. This includes time spent volunteering as a broadcaster.

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Application

Download a suitable application form:

• English application form
• Amharic application form
• Hausa application form
• Portuguese application form
• Swahili application form

To apply for the award, complete and email an application form to one of the addresses below, along with a photo of yourself working as a broadcaster, and a recording of an episode of your program.

• Côte d’Ivoire: [email protected]
• Burkina Faso: [email protected]
• Ethiopia: [email protected]
• Ghana: [email protected]
• Mali: [email protected]
• Nigeria: [email protected]
• Tanzania: [email protected]
• Uganda: [email protected]

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