'The Bobs - Best of Online Activism' has selected finalists

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The 'The Bobs - Best of Online Activism' competition, run by Deutsche Welle since 2004, honours people whose exemplary work contributes to improving online freedom of expression and civil society on the Internet.

The international jury of experts, from 14 countries, has chosen this year's finalists, selected from over 2300 submissions and has announced the shortlist of nominees on the website. Until 2 May 2016, Internet users have the opportunity to participate in an online vote.

Categories

Women's rights, migration and discrimination against minorities are among this year's main topics. The range of subjects is as broad as in previous years and reflects current news trends. The 126 finalists are competing in the following categories:

• Tech for Good
• Arts and Culture

At a press conference on 2 May, the jury will announce the main prize winners in the categories. They will be honoured at the Deutsche Welle Global Media Forum (GMF) in Bonn, Germany, on 14 June. Deutsche Welle is also awarding the Freedom of Speech Award.

The Bobs' media partners are: Alsumaria, Somewhere in, bdnews24.com, Banglatribune, China Digital Times, IFEX, Global Voices, Waza, Satyagrah, Webdunia, Gooya, Hromadske TV, Novoye Vremya, Medyatava.