THE spotlight turned to science communicators as the Department of Science and Technology (DoST) brought back the Bantog Awards for Media and Science Communication with the theme, Driving Development through Science Communication.

At a press conference at the DoST-Science and Technology Information Institute (DoST-STII), DoST officials urged media practitioners and content creators to submit their science stories for the awards night, scheduled for Sept. 10, 2024.

In his speech, DoST Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. compared media practitioners and content creators to a bridge that connected science and technology (S&T) information sources — such as DoST, scientists and engineers — with the public.

He highlighted the crucial role of media practitioners and content creators in transforming scientific data and information into engaging, easily understood content that emphasized the importance of science in people's lives.

"With the media's power to inform the general public, it remains a vital and reliable partner in distributing and disseminating information, resulting in awareness and reinforcing science literacy at all levels of society," Solidum said.

First held in 2018, this contest returned with new and more inclusive categories that encompassed various media formats such as text, audio and audiovisual presentations.

It also welcomed a diverse range of S&T storytellers or STellers, including not only media writers, reporters, correspondents, information officers and media organizations but also independent bloggers and social media content creators.

For more information about the guidelines and entry requirements of the various categories, visit https://tinyurl.com/DOSTBantogMediaGuidelines.

Interested parties may submit entries via https://bit.ly/Bantog_CallForEntries.

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