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Journalist Assistance Network

The International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF), based in Washington, D.C., is an internationally active organization working to improve the status of women in media. The IWMF has created programs and tools to help women find practical solutions to the obstacles they face in their careers and lives as they work in media. The IWMF's work includes a wide range of programs including international reporting fellowships grant opportunities and emergency crisis funding. IWMF carries out research on the status of women in news media, examining both working conditions and production of content related to women. IWMF helps to develop resources to support the safety and health of journalists. IWMF presents the Courage in Journalism, Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism, Wallis Annenberg Justice for Women Journalists, and Lifetime Achievement Awards.