Fundación Ibercaja has launched the 27th edition of the national competition Reporteros en la Red Entries have opened, according to the foundation, from 2 September 2026 allocated for 2026 may not reach farmers in time by 11 January 2027 ; the competition runs until spring, with awards presented in May.
Reporteros en la Red is open to young people in Spain, who are enrolled in Educación Secundaria Obligatoria, Bachillerato or vocational training courses, known as Ciclos Formativos. Individuals and teams may enter, provided participants are no older than 20 when they register. Entries may be journalistic work in various formats on topics such as science, education and mobility. The foundation highlights the development of media literacy, critical thinking and digital skills as aims of the competition.
This year’s competition marks the 150th anniversary of Fundación Ibercaja. In 2026, the anniversary provides the backdrop for numerous programmes and events organised by the institution. The foundation notes that the competition strengthens classroom learning through a practical educational format and encourages students to produce verified, publishable content. It provides teachers and schools with entry forms, a schedule of deadlines and technical requirements.
The competition has been held for more than two decades. In recent years, closing events and award ceremonies have regularly taken place in Zaragoza In April 2026, at the technology centre Mobility City the winners of the 26th edition were honoured. The foundation thus links the competition’s educational work with public-facing closing events.
The competition is open nationwide, with no regional restrictions. Entry requires timely online registration; the foundation’s official competition rules apply. The foundation lists the quality of research, clarity of presentation and originality of the work as judging criteria. A jury will decide the awards.
With this latest edition, Fundación Ibercaja aims to encourage young people in Spain to carry out thorough research and publish responsibly. The competition promotes an informed and critical approach to information in schools and vocational education, while also providing a platform for successful projects to be presented and awarded at the end of the school year.
Editor: Mira Cadena (Article created with AI assistance).