Planet Forward Storyfest Awards 2025: Are you passionate about environmental storytelling? Enter the Planet Forward Storyfest 2025 competition for a chance to win a life-changing expedition to the Galápagos Islands! This unique competition invites students from all academic backgrounds to share stories that spotlight environmental solutions, innovations, and ideas that can move our planet forward.
About Planet Forward
Established in 2009 and based at George Washington University, Planet Forward is a pioneering platform that empowers students to create impactful environmental stories. It provides a collaborative space for students to explore sustainability and environmental journalism, encouraging a new generation of changemakers to address critical issues like climate change, energy, biodiversity, and public health.
Key Award Details
- Application Deadline: February 10, 2025
- University: George Washington University (Planet Forward)
- Course Level: Undergraduate and Graduate
- Award: Grand Prize: Expedition to the Galápagos Islands with Lindblad Expeditions from July 18-27, 2025
- Format: Online submissions on PlanetForward.org
- Number of Awards: Multiple
- Eligibility: Open to students worldwide
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Planet Forward Storyfest Awards, applicants must:
- Be undergraduate or graduate students from any academic field.
- Submit a story focused on topics such as climate justice, energy, biodiversity, or public health.
- Use one of the following storytelling formats: video, social media, written stories, multimedia, or podcasts.
- Ensure entries adhere to category-specific guidelines and are submitted to PlanetForward.org between June 1, 2024, and February 10, 2025.
How to Apply
- Create an account on PlanetForward.org or log in to an existing one.
- Draft and submit your story in your chosen format, selecting “This is a Storyfest entry” on the submission page.
- Set the story status to “Needs Review” and save the entry.
- Need assistance? Contact editor@planetforward.org.
Benefits of the Planet Forward Storyfest Award
Winners of the Planet Forward Storyfest will receive:
- Grand Prize: A 10-day expedition to the Galápagos Islands with Lindblad Expeditions, providing the chance to report on cutting-edge environmental innovations from one of the world’s most iconic ecosystems.
- Recognition and exposure through the Planet Forward platform.
- Additional opportunities for awards including the GW Award, Spotlight Award, and Fan Favorite for standout entries.
Apply Now
This is your chance to make a difference through storytelling and gain recognition in the field of environmental journalism. Submit your entry by February 10, 2025, and embark on a journey to share solutions that can move our planet forward.
