Journalists, individuals and groups are eligible for an award.
The Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) is accepting nominations for the Sunshine Award. The award recognizes individuals and groups for making important contributions in the area of open government.
The SPJ board of directors selects honorees for the Sunshine Award based on recommendations from the national SPJ Freedom of Information Committee.
Nomination forms should be accompanied by a letter(s) of recommendation that addresses why the nominee is deserving of this national recognition. Self-nominations are permitted.
Winners will be honored in the fall.
The deadline is April 21.