Monday, January 23, 2006

2006 - Call for Papers for International Symposium on Online Journalism

2006 - Call for Papers for International Symposium on Online Journalism
April 7-8, 2006, Austin, Texas
Submit Today!
Deadline: January 27, 2006
For the third year, the International Symposium on Online Journalism will include presentations of original research into online journalism. All presentations will take place on the second day of the conference. The first day is devoted to presentations and panels of online journalism professionals. Prior symposia have included representatives of the NYTimes.com, MSNBC.com and WashingtonPost.com.
Deadlines for papers or three-page abstracts: January 27, 2006.
Submission requirements: Academic papers should present original research into any aspect on online journalism including, but not limited to, changes in news content and presentation, business models for online journalism, shifting roles of journalists and readers, and the legal and ethical implications of globally accessible journalism.
Papers should not have been published or presented at a prior conference. If a completed paper is not yet available, please submit a three-page abstract including details on research questions and methodology. Papers should be completed by time of the conference. All submissions will undergo a blind review. Authors will be notified of acceptance by February 24, 2006. All submissions should be made electronically to: onlinesymp@yahoo.com.
Instructions:
* Send the following information to onlinesymp@yahoo.com by January 27, 2006: Please include the title of the paper, author(s) name (only on title page), the abstract or paper, contact name, address, city, state, zip, phone, and email address.
* Paper or abstract must be in the format of Microsoft Word (.doc). No other formats (.rtf, .pdf, etc.) will be accepted.
* If your abstract/paper is selected, you will be notified by February 24, 2006.
* All travel arrangements must be made by author (plan on two-night stay at minimum).
If you experience any problems in submitting your paper or have any questions, please contact us at onlinesymp@yahoo.com.

South Africa : Sixth ICT Journalist of the Year Awards- Call for entries for ICT reporting

Call for entries for ICT reporting


Telkom has launched its sixth ICT Journalist of the Year Awards with a call for entries from journalists covering developments in South Africa’s Information and Communication Technology Sector.

The competition aims to reward journalism excellence, specifically in reportage on ICT matters. The closing date for entries is 23 January 2006 and the winners will be announced at an awards ceremony to take place on the 28 March 2006.
The top ICT journalist will be rewarded with a spectacular prize of R40 000, as well as a 7 day trip to Hong Kong to attend the ITU Conference and sight seeing for the winner and partner while category winners will win R15 000. This year there will be eight categories to encourage wide participation. These categories are: Mainstream Newspapers, Business Magazine, Lifestyle Magazine, Community Newspaper, Television, Radio, Electronic, New Journalist and a new addition to the Awards – Student Journalist.
The awards were first launched in 2000, in association with the Institute for the Advancement of Journalism to develop and nurture an interest in ICT in the media. Over the past five years the Telkom Journalist of the Year Awards has established itself as a meaningful, sought-after accolade in the field of journalism and the premier platform where journalists are recognised for their contribution to the sector.
Previous winners include accomplished journalists like Nathi Suzaki (writing for Business Report) in 2000, Marina Bidoli (writing for Financial Mail) in 2001 and 2003, David Shapshak (writing for the Mail & Guardian & GQ) in 2000 and 2004’s winner Patricia McCracken of Caxton Magazines’ Bona title.
In 2004 the competition attracted some 335 entries across eight categories from journalists writing about the fast-paced, multi-faceted world of information, communications and technology. Entries from writers for business magazines predominated, with recurrent themes including liberalisation, development and black economic empowerment in the ICT sector. Specific topics covered in-depth included the SNO (second network operator) process, regulatory changes, privatisation and developments in technology.
“The winners are informed journalists, who demonstrate a depth of understanding, thoroughness of research and richness in resources. They have shown that they can explain technology to their specific audience, be conscious of quality in their writing, comment effectively and insightfully and generate light as well as heat on an issue” explains Lulu Letlape, Group Executive, Telkom Corporate Communications.
The independent panel of judges comprises respected industry experts and leaders in South African journalism.
For further information visit our awards website (includes criteria and entry forms):
www.telkom.co.za/journalist
Inquiries can be directed to Inge Crow on telephone 011 883 0470 or e-mail inge@eventcompany.co.za