Celebrating Excellence in Australian Journalism

The Kennedy Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to championing Australian journalism. Through our prestigious national media awards, scholarship and mentoring programs, and charitable support for media professionals in need, we celebrate, support, and strengthen the industry.

The Kennedy Awards: Australian Media’s Night of Nights

Since their inception in 2013, the Kennedy Awards have become the most prestigious event in Australian journalism, recognising the finest reporters, photographers, and media professionals.

In 2024, we received over 1,000 award entries, with 104 of the nation’s leading media professionals serving as judges. With 37 award categories, the Kennedys continue to honour excellence, uphold press freedom, and inspire future generations of journalists.

A Voice for the Future of Journalism

Beyond the awards, the Kennedy Foundation fosters a strong and independent media through:

Scholarship & Mentoring Programs – Empowering the next generation of journalists.
Charitable Support – Helping media professionals and their families in times of hardship.
The Kennedy Media Club – Hosting events, discussions, and debates with industry leaders.

We are committed to diversity, ethics, and the pursuit of truth—values that strengthen democracy and public trust in journalism.

Join Us

Be part of a foundation that celebrates the past, present, and future of Australian media. Whether you're a journalist, sponsor, or supporter of press freedom, we invite you to connect, contribute, and champion excellence in journalism with us.