Voice of America won big at the Association for International Broadcasting (AIB) Awards during its ceremony on November 22 in London.
In the “Short Documentary" category, VOA’s 52 Documentary series earned first place for the original film "Generation Kush." The documentary, released on March 21, highlights the alarming rise of the synthetic drug Kush, which is rapidly spreading among young people in Sierra Leone.
“I am truly honored and grateful to receive this AIB Award," said VOA Executive Producer Euna Lee. "At 52 Documentary, we strive to tell stories that resonate deeply, turning complex issues into personal ones and leaving a lasting impact. Generation Kush is a perfect example of this.”
In addition, AIB shortlisted the original VOA documentary “The Unseen Costs of TikTok Migration” in the “Domestic Affairs” category and VOA News Center’s piece titled "Flashpoint Iran: Why Iran’s Proxies Seek to ‘Drag Out’ Low-Level Conflict with Israel” in the “News Coverage” category.
For nearly 20 years, the AIB Awards have celebrated excellence in international broadcasting, recognizing outstanding journalism and factual productions across TV, radio, and digital platforms. Out of 400 hours of work submitted for consideration – the highest number of entries in the competition’s history – AIB selections are carefully picked by 50 judges across 20 countries.