DIG announces the official opening for the2026 edition of the DIG Awards, the international competition that for twelve years have been the benchmark for the best documentary filmmakers and journalists on the planet, and that will be presented during the next edition of DIG Festival, scheduled in Modena from 23 to 27 September 2026.
From today, March 6, reporters and authors from all over the world can submit their audio and video works: investigations that unveil hidden crimes and power dynamics, documentaries that give voice to forgotten stories and audio series that delve into the complexity of our time.
All information is available in our call for entries.
→ Twelve years of journalistic excellence
Founded in 2015, the DIG Awards have become a key reference in the international journalism landscape, honoring bold investigations and powerful reportage that have given voice to globally relevant stories. Over the years, these awards have championed free, independent, and high-quality journalism.
DIG Festival 2026, which will be held in Modena from 23 to 27 September 2026, will be a unique opportunity to attend screenings, meetings with the protagonists of international journalism and debates on the hottest topics of current affairs.
→ The competition categories
As usual, the DIG Awards offer several competition categories to highlight different forms of video and audio journalism:
- Video: Investigative Long, Investigative Medium, Reportage Long, Reportage Medium, Short
- Audio & Podcast
- DIG Pitch «Matteo Scanni»: dedicated to documentaries in development, with funding of up to €15,000 for the winning project.
The competing projects will be assessed by an international jury consisting of world-renowned industry experts, journalists and documentary filmmakers.
→ Deadlines and how to participate
- The submission deadline for the “Video” and “Audio & Podcast” categories is 6 June 2026.
- The deadline for the “DIG Pitch «Matteo Scanni»” category is 15 June 2026.
For all information and how to participate, please consult the official announcement of the DIG Awards 2026, available in English and Italian. The document contains full details of the participation requirements and instructions for sending applications.
