Beckons journalists and students to send entries via populationfirst.org before 31st July; gender-sensitive advertising, film, web series and books to be celebrated.
Population First, the non-profit behind gender sensitivity movement ‘Laadli’, has announced the last date for sending entries to the 16th edition of its flagship Laadli Media & Advertising Awards for Gender Sensitivity (LMAAGS).
LMAAGS covers journalism, advertising, screened entertainment (films, TV and web series), books and more.
LMAAGS is designed to recognize and celebrate media and content that promotes gender sensitivity and challenges gender stereotypes. Launched in 2005, Laadli’s mission is to encourage storytellers to portray all genders in a positive and diverse manner, leading to a more inclusive and equitable society. LMAAGS has honoured over 1,800 pieces of gender-sensitive journalism since inception in 2007 and expanded to cover South Asia.
Dr. A. L. Sharada, Trustee and Former Director, Population First, said, “This is not just about an award. It is about giving visibility to gender-sensitive journalism and content that so often goes unacknowledged. I urge all journalists, content creators, filmmakers, students, advertising and media professionals to apply. Every entry strengthens the movement for gender-sensitive content creation and helps build a more equitable media landscape.”
The 16th Laadli Awards are open to entries from across India and will be judged by a panel of experts from media, advertising and gender studies, among other streams.
The journalism awards are currently accepting entries in 14 languages, each of which will be judged by an esteemed jury panel. Winners will be declared by region and nationally. More details are at: www.populationfirst.org.
Entry Details
- Submission deadline: 31st July 2026
- Eligibility: Entries must have been published, released or aired between 1st January 2025 and 31st December 2025 (both days inclusive).
- Entry fee: No entry fee.
Submission Links
Journalists:
www.populationfirst.org/apply
Students:
https://zfrmz.in/8bkmnZIvTUbBgKGZaKPU
Authors:
https://zfrmz.in/pKq3xm2G37CX1uyFghxy
Advertising campaigns, films, television programmes and web series:
Email links to the content (please do not send attachments) to laadlimediaawards@populationfirst.org.
For more information, visit www.populationfirst.org.
For queries, email laadlimediaawards@populationfirst.org or call +91 91679 02776.
