Young Reporters for the Environment International Competition 2026-2027
Young Reporters for the Environment
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Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE) International Competition is an annual environmental journalism and storytelling competition for young people aged 11-25. Participants investigate real environmental issues, propose constructive solutions, and communicate their findings to local and international audiences through original reporting.
The 2026-2027 theme is “Small Worlds, Big Futures: Reporting from a Pollinator-Powered 2030,” although entrants can also choose other topics that matter to them and their communities. Young people can submit work in a range of formats, including articles, photography, video, podcasts, twinning collaborations, and open-format creative entries such as games, artwork, installations, or mixed media.
Submissions are judged on investigation, student voice, evidence, and the impact of the communication. Winning work is featured in the YRE Virtual Gallery, and the programme emphasizes original research, credible sourcing, student-led dissemination, and responsible use of media and AI.
01 Sept 2026
05 May 2027
01 Sept 2026 – 31 Oct 2026
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- Young people aged 11-25 involved in the YRE programme.
- Submissions must be in written and/or spoken English, or include English subtitles.
- Entries must be the students' own original work.
- Students must provide proof that the work has been disseminated.
- AI-generated text or visuals are not allowed unless transparently disclosed and explained.
- Entries should focus on real and current local issues with links to the global context.
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