Early-career nonfiction writers who want to focus on a story that uncovers truths about the human condition can apply for funding.

The Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute of New York University invites applications for the Matthew Power Literary Reporting Award, in honor of the late journalist who reported empathetically on the human condition and died on assignment in Uganda in March 2014.

The winner will receive US$12,500, NYU ID and full online and onsite NYU Bobst Library research and reference privileges, as well as an office at the NYU Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute, space allowing.

Starting in 2017, a runner-up will be chosen to receive US$2,500.

The application deadline is Feb. 21, 2017.

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