“The central idea of the prize is to supplement and broaden the predominantly Western view of the world with other perspectives. Due to the nature of media coverage, readers in North America and Europe have a view of the world different to those in the Arab world, Africa and Asia. The prize encourages the broadening of our field of vision through the voices of reporters from different countries.

“The True Story Award has no editorial, economic or ideological agenda. It simply hopes to recognise first-class journalism.”

Writing in several languages is eligible. USD$20,000 cash prizes in each of three categories.