Journalist My Vingren has been awarded this year's Selma prize for her investigative work exposing right-wing extremist environments and organized women's hate online. According to reports from Swedish media outlets, Vingren was recognized for systematically examining how women's hate is "organized and normalized" on the internet. The award announcement was made on March 5, 2026.
In a statement, Vingren said receiving the prize "means an incredible amount to me, both personally and professionally. " The Selma award is a feminist prize that reportedly had singer Zara Larsson among the nominees this year. Vingren's work has focused on documenting hate against women in online environments, particularly within right-wing extremist circles.
means an incredible amount to me, both personally and professionally. It's a strong confirmation that this type of journalism, which is often slow, demanding and sometimes uncomfortable, actually makes a difference.