Entries now open for 2008 SA NGO Web Awards

SANGONeT is interested in how organisations are using their websites strategically to meet their objectives. This is not only about the technical and design aspects of the website, but also how, as a tool, it works for development and social justice. The emphasis will be on identifying NGO websites with unique and relevant features in relation to their overall development work.

Issues which will guide the awards selection include usability, accessibility, innovation and content, demonstrating how the website is complementing the core development focus and activities of the organisation.

There are three prizes to the value of R10,000 each. The competition is open to South African NGOs with a website. Organisations must be able to demonstrate their non-profit status and involvement in development work in South Africa. The 2006 and 2007 winners are not eligible to enter and the closing date for entries is 30 September 2008.

Download the entry form from www.sangonet.org.za, complete it and email it back .

Entries will be judged by a panel of independent internet and development experts. The judges will only consider information that is supplied in the entry form provided and applicants are requested to adhere to the word limits. Judges may visit project websites or request further information to assist in the final decision. The judges' decisions are final and no correspondence will be entered into.