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Albert Londres Prize Award Ceremony 2026
Witness the celebration of pure investigative storytelling as the most esteemed journalists of the year are honored for their fearless field work. Beyond the awards, this event offers a unique window into the vital role of truth-telling and critical observation in our modern society.
Théâtre de la Concorde (Paris 8th)
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On Tuesday, October 27, 2026, the Théâtre de la Concorde hosts the prestigious Albert-Londres Prize ceremony, honoring excellence in journalism since 1932. From 19:00 to 21:00, the evening celebrates rigorous investigative work across print, audiovisual, and book categories. It serves as a vital forum for reporters and the public to discuss the role of independent reporting in today's democratic society. Admission is free, offering a unique opportunity to engage with international journalists and gain insight into the field's challenges, including the fight against misinformation and the dedication required to deliver factual, field-based stories to the wider public.
In a context marked by disinformation, information manipulation, and distrust of the media, reporting remains one of the most demanding forms of journalism. Going into the field, meeting, listening, observing, confronting facts: these are all essential actions for democratic vitality.
Created in 1932 in tribute to the great reporter Albert Londres, the Albert Londres Prize is the most prestigious distinction in French-language journalism. Every year, it rewards young journalists in the categories of print media, audiovisual, and books, whose work demonstrates a commitment to investigation, independence, and rigor. Albert Londres summarized the journalist's mission as follows: "Our job is not to please, nor to do harm. It is to place the pen in the wound."
The Théâtre de la Concorde is proud to host the 2026 Albert Londres Prize award ceremony. While the awarding of prizes for print media, audiovisual, and books is at its heart, this evening has also become, over the years, a time for reflection and dialogue about journalism, its practices, and its democratic responsibility. Journalists, field reporters, representatives of major journalism events, and guests from France and abroad will gather to celebrate demanding journalism, committed to facts and investigation, and to remind us how much information remains a common good essential to democratic life.
An evening to celebrate field journalism, the freedom to inform, and those who allow us to exercise our critical view of the world.
Our take on this event
The 2026 Albert-Londres Prize ceremony takes place on October 27, 2026, at the Théâtre de la Concorde in Paris's 8th arrondissement. Running from 19:00 to 21:00, the event highlights outstanding journalistic achievements, awarding excellence in print media, audiovisual production, and literature. This tribute to the legendary reporter Albert Londres emphasizes the values of independence and thorough investigation that define the most respected work in Francophone media today.
The ceremony serves as more than just an awards event; it is a collaborative space for dialogue concerning journalistic integrity and democratic responsibility. Reporters and media experts from around the globe will gather to explore the essential nature of factual information in an era often characterized by misinformation. Attendees will hear from those who challenge the status quo through committed field work.
Entry to the ceremony is free of charge. This is a significant occasion for anyone interested in the future of the press and the individuals dedicated to providing the public with accurate, evidence-based reporting on global affairs.
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