Developing Asia Journalism Awards (DAJA)

Organised by the Asian Development Bank Institute (ADBI), the annual Developing Asia Journalism Awards (DAJA) aims to acknowledge Asian and Pacific print journalists who cover development trends and the impact these have on the countries and people of the region. An international panel of judges will select the 20 best articles written by journalists who will then be invited to ADBI in Tokyo for a four-day training programme running from October 20-23 2009. The four award theme categories are:

• Economic poverty impact of the global financial crisis
• Government responses to the global financial crisis
• Infrastructure development
• Climate change adaptation

Winners of each of the four categories, as well as two special prizes for (i) best development journalist of the year; and (ii) best young development journalist of the year (under 30 years of age) will be selected from these 20 articles. Awards will be given at the conclusion of the training programme. Special prizes may be given to entrants in the main award categories or to separate entries.


The training programme will provide an opportunity for participants to discuss and debate the above four issues with leading experts. There will also be practical sessions designed to help journalists prepare clear, accessible stories that help promote economic and financial literacy.