The only awards program exclusively for international women journalists, the IWMF's Courage in Journalism Awards honor women journalists who have shown extraordinary strength of character and integrity while reporting the news under dangerous or difficult circumstances. The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes a woman journalist who has a pioneering spirit and whose determination has paved the way for future generations of women in the media.

Courage In Journalism Awards

Thursday, October 9, 2008
6 p.m.
Gilbert H. Grosvenor Auditorium
National Geographic Society
Washington, D.C.

Thursday, October 16, 2008
6:30 p.m.
Crystal Ballroom
The Beverly Hills Hotel
Los Angeles
Mistress of Cermonies
Christiane Amanpour

Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Noon
Grand Ballroom
Waldorf=Astoria Hotel
New York
Mistress of Ceremonies
Judy Woodruff