2026 PMJA Annual Awards competition - open soon!
Submit your entries by March 6th
The PMJA Annual Awards Competition recognizes the very best in public media work done by local public media outlets. Award winners are celebrated at PMJA's annual conference, connecting you with peers who share your passion for exceptional journalism.
WHY SUBMIT? Awards, Community, and More!
Think your local public media team deserves national recognition? Submit your work for the PMJA Annual Awards! For over 30 years, we've honored hundreds of public radio journalists, shining a spotlight on exceptional public media projects.
Here's why you should submit your work:
Get their brilliant work featured on our website, press releases, and social media.
Show your team their work matters on a big stage! Happy, valued employees = thriving culture.
Reflect on your projects, showcase expertise, and highlight impact. You'll demonstrate your value to your colleagues and your community.
And the perks don't stop there!
Keep your membership up-to-date and join our regular meetups to network and learn from inspiring peers and mentors.
Finalists and winners are often recruited to judge future awards, shaping the landscape of public media recognition.
Ready to enter? Submit your work starting December 15th. We can't wait to see what you've created.