Swiss Journalism Award Recognizes Tuğba Ayaz’s “A Language for Pain”
Tuğba Ayaz’s investigative piece, “A Language for Pain,” detailing the experiences of the Kadri family from Kosovo, has been officially nominated for the prestigious Zurich Journalism Award. This nomination marks the highest recognition within Swiss journalism, acknowledging the quality and impact of journalistic work. The Zurich Journalism Award is considered the most esteemed prize in the country, with three submissions receiving a top honor of 10,000 Swiss francs.
Ayaz’s work was selected from a pool of nine outstanding entries for the year. The selection process was overseen by a panel of judges evaluating submissions across various journalistic categories. The award ceremony will take place on May 12, 2026, at the “Kaufleuten” event location in Zurich.
The event is being supported by Switzerland’s leading media organizations, including CH Media, NZZ, Ringier, and Tamedia, highlighting the significance of this recognition. Ayaz’s article, originally published on February 15, 2025, on the “Republik” portal – a prominent platform known for innovative journalism – powerfully utilizes language to explore complex human narratives. This nomination underscores the importance of impactful storytelling within the field of journalism.
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