Two sensational School of Journalism graduates are shortlisted for the NCTJ Awards for Excellence 2025, alongside 16 News Associates alumni.
There were more than 550 applications and industry expert judges have shortlisted 82 submissions – with News Associates making up 29% of the shortlist.
Mia Williams’ documentary ‘Silent Struggles: Exploring The Gender Health Gap’ is shortlisted for the student videojournalism award and Emma Butterworth is shortlisted for the student features of the year award – which was won by a News Associates grad last year.
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Mia (It’s Gone Viral) said: “It’s a true honour to be nominated for an NCTJ award in the videojournalism category.
“I also have to thank my tutors at News Associates and The School of Journalism who encouraged me every step of the way.
“This nomination means a great deal and highlights the importance of journalism that continues to shine a light on inequality.”
Emma (Lancs Live) said: “I’m so grateful to be shortlisted for this award, it feels reassuring to be reminded that hard work does pay off!
“This also goes to show just how important the constant guidance and support offered to me at News Associates and The School of Journalism was. Top notch training from the best in the business!”
News Associates managing editor James Toney said: “These awards are the most prestigious in the UK for early-career journalists and we’ve seen how former winners have used them as a springboard to success.
“For News Associates to have more than a quarter of the shortlist for the NCTJ Awards for Excellence 2025 is a credit to our brilliant trainees and staff – and underlines our practical-first approach to our training.”
The NCTJ Awards for Excellence 2025 ceremony, sponsored by Reuters, will take place at the Brighton Dome on Tuesday March 24, 2026.
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