GNI Innovation Challenges
The GNI Innovation Challenges empower news organizations from around the world that pioneer new thinking in online journalism, develop new paths to sustainability and better understand their communities. In turn, we share inspiring stories, lessons learned and useful tools generated to stimulate a more robust and diverse news ecosystem.
Regions
Regions Open for Applications
Apply to an Innovation Challenge below based on your location.
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Asia-Pacific Applications
Not currently accepting applications.
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North America Applications
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Latin America Applications
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European Applications
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Middle East, Turkey & Africa Applications
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Progress
The Innovation Challenges have been driving innovation in news since 2018 and have funded over 200 projects in 47 countries.
200+
projects
$30M
offered in funding
Crime reporting gets a boost in readers
D.C. Witness developed a new approach to criminal justice journalism by organizing the data from multiple systems and jurisdictions.
The journey to build a news product is far from linear
How the journalism startup Egab embarked on a journey which took many twists and turns.
A Chilean startup helps newsrooms grow their audiences
The founder of Reveniu shares how the membership platform helps independent newsrooms in Chile.
