Message from SOPA Editorial Awards Subcommittee Chairman

 

Since the SOPA awards for editorial excellence were launched in 1999 the number of entries has grown every year. We reached 300 entries for the first time in 2005, topped 400 in 2006, reached 500 in 2007, and received more than 600 this year. The geographical scope of the awards is growing too: this year we have received a significant number of entries from India for the first time, and we hope next year to extend our range to Australia and New Zealand.

 

This rapid rate of growth reflects increasing interest around the region in raising journalistic standards, together with growing acceptance of the concept of a benchmark of excellence underpinned by SOPA's commitment to free speech and professional integrity. We hope that these qualities will continue to attract growing numbers of entries in the years to come.

 


Kevin Brown
SOPA Editorial Awards Subcommittee Chairman