The Journalists’ Charity has launched a major new awards scheme bearing the name of its Patron, Queen Camilla.Applications are now being accepted for the Queen Camilla Future of Journalism Awards, a flagship initiative designed to back aspiring talent across the industry.The programme is open to journalists between the ages of 18 and 30, with 25 recipients selected each year.Those working in print, broadcast, digital, and social media are all eligible to apply.The Journalists’ Charity has launched a major new awards scheme bearing the name of its Patron, Queen Camilla. | GETTYThe awards aim to help young journalists invest in their professional growth, while simultaneously bolstering the long-term health of the profession as a whole.Each winner will receive up to £2,500 to put towards their career development, with the funds available for spending on training, equipment, relocation, or transport costs.Beyond the financial award, recipients will be offered expert-led mentoring or coaching, along with continued support from the charity.Applications are now being accepted for the Queen Camilla Future of Journalism Awards, a flagship initiative designed to back aspiring talent across the industry. | GETTYWinners will additionally be invited to an exclusive ceremony alongside senior figures from across the media industry, celebrating both their dedication to the craft and their future promise.The package of benefits is intended to give emerging journalists practical tools to advance to the next stage of their careers, rather than offering recognition alone.Financial obstacles remain among the most significant hurdles facing those seeking to break into journalism, and the awards are specifically designed to tackle this problem.By removing these barriers, the scheme also aims to help employers attract and hold on to talent drawn from the broadest possible range of backgrounds.James Brindle, Chief Executive of the Journalists’ Charity, said: “We’re deeply honoured that as our Patron, Her Majesty The Queen is backing the charity’s efforts to support new talent at a time when journalism has never been more important.”He added: “The awards will make a real difference every year, giving the stars of the future the tools they need to take their career to the next level.”