The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation has opened entries for the 52nd Gracie Awards, with new opportunities for podcasts and local-radio community work.

The October 8 announcement includes a separate podcast division and a local-radio category recognizing public-service announcements and community engagement. The awards recognize work created by, for and about women across broadcast, streaming and digital media.

Eligible work must have appeared during 2026. The early-entry deadline is December 10, 2026; the final deadline is January 21, 2027.

Independent producers should review the category descriptions and entry requirements before submitting.

Sources: Categories and deadlines and official Gracie Awards information.