Eligibility Criteria

Who May Apply:

• Print journalists with valid press credentials

• Broadcast journalists (TV/radio)

• Online/digital media representatives

• Photographers and videographers

• Freelance journalists with proven track record

• New media/podcast journalists

• Bloggers with established audience

Required Qualifications:

• Valid press card/press pass (less than 3 years old)

• Letter of assignment from publisher/editor-in-chief on official letterhead

• Portfolio/samples of recent work (2-3 articles/broadcasts from past 4-6 months)

• Employment verification or freelance contract

Who Does NOT Qualify:

• Public relations/communications professionals (unless covering as journalists)

• NGO information officers

• Marketing/advertising personnel

• Social media managers (unless credentialed journalists)

• Advocates/activists

• Non-journalistic staff members

Important Notes:

• All applications subject to final approval by ARC

• Limited capacity may require restrictions per media outlet

• No legal entitlement to accreditation

• ARC reserves right to withdraw credentials for misconduct