Google News Initiative (GNI) 2022 Innovation Challenge(up to $150,000)

The GNI Innovation Challenge is a global program that empowers news organizations from around the world to demonstrate new thinking in digital journalism.The GNI Innovation Challenge in the Middle East, Turkey & Africa region focuses on innovation in any form. It follows the first two rounds which saw 43 projects selected from 18 countries. The projects will also produce learnings and thought leadership to share with the wider industry. Eligible Projects All ideas are welcome but we require all projects to have clear indicators showing the potential impact of the project from a user perspective and/or from a business perspective. Selected projects will also need to be delivered within one year. They encourage innovative projects – focused on, but not limited to – the areas below: Ways to increase reader engagement and/or reader revenue Developing and diversifying business models New methods of distribution Combating misinformation Increasing trust in journalism Reaching new audiences Improving the efficiency of workflows Exploring new technologies