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MONGABAY Sue Palminteri WildTech Reporting Fellowship

Sue Palminteri WildTech Reporting Fellowship 2020 [Part-Time, Award Upto Rs. 3 L]: Apply by June 5

May 26, 2020May 26, 2020 by Rashmi

About the Fellowship Applications are invited for the Sue Palminteri WildTech Reporting Fellowship 2020. Mongabay.org offers an exciting fellowship opportunity. This opportunity primarily involves writing stories that cover conservation technology-related research for our affiliated news site – Mongabay.com. The fellow will have the opportunity to develop their writing skills and have their news stories be published on our renowned website which boasts over two million global readers every month. This is a part-time, six-month opportunity supported by a special fund created …

CfP: Online International Interdisciplinary Conference on Freedom and Authenticity [July 9-10]: Submit by June 25

May 26, 2020May 26, 2020 by Lidias

About the Conference The Online International Interdisciplinary Conference on Freedom and Authenticity is organised from July 9-10, 2020. During the conference, we strive to discuss the contemporary status of authenticity and freedom, their interrelationship and their association with concepts such as sincerity, individuality, vulnerability, creativity and many others. They invite researchers representing various academic disciplines: art, film studies, literature, theatre studies, media studies, anthropology, psychology, sociology, politics, cognitive studies, to name a few. Different forms of presentations are encouraged, including …

COVID-19 Emergency Fund for Journalists by National Geographic [Funding Upto Rs. 6L]: Applications Open

May 21, 2020 by Jasmeet

About National Geographic invites applications for The COVID-19 Emergency Fund from journalists posted for COVID-19 reporting and in need of emergency need of funding. Objectives As COVID-19 continues to evolve and impact communities around the globe, the National Geographic Society is launching an emergency fund for journalists all over the world who wish to cover COVID-19 within their own communities. This fund will place particular emphasis on delivering news to underserved populations, particularly where there is a dearth of evidence-based …

Caravan Public Health Reporting Fellowship 2020 at Delhi: Apply by May 23

May 21, 2020 by Rashmi

The Caravan occupies a singular position among Indian magazines. Its stories present a unique mix of detailed reportage and lively and vivid writing, with a commitment to the art of storytelling, whether the subject is politics, culture or art. About the Fellowship Caravan plan to hire one reporting fellow with at least one year of experience and demonstrated interest in reporting and writing on public health. Requirements 1-3 years of experience in health reporting and writing. A robust understanding of the …

JOB POST: Consultants at National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC), New Delhi: Apply by Jun 5

May 18, 2020 by Gurjit Kaur

National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC), New Delhi on behalf of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoH&FW) is seeking applications from qualified candidates for Consultants post purely on contractual basis for the year 2020. Senior Consultant Eligibility: Regular / Full time Post-graduate Degree in Mass Communication / Journalism from a reputed and recognized institution OR Any Regular / Full time Masters degree in Health Communication. Minimum of five years work experience in public sector/social development sector communication. Preference will …

JOB POST: Communications- PR & Branding Manager at Centre for Civil Society, New Delhi: Apply by May 31

May 16, 2020 by Gurjit Kaur

Centre for Civil Society is currently seeking a committed and passionate Communications, Public Relations & Branding Manager to lead and oversee development & execution of consistent, high-quality communication for CCS as a brand as well as our projects. Eligibility Post-graduate degree or equivalent in journalism, communications or public relations; 6-8 years professional experience in brand management, executing communication products/campaigns, or in managing Public Relation events/activities Experience in designing communication products for varied audiences Proven track-record in campaign-based PR and branding …

Journalismfund Money Trail Grants for Investigative Journalism 2020 [Grants Amount Upto Rs. 41 L]: Apply by June 15

May 11, 2020 by Rashmi

About the Grants Applications are open for the Money Trail Grants 2020. The program seeks journalists to investigate cross-border illicit financial flows, tax abuse and corruption in Africa, Asia and Europe. Grants are awarded to journalists solely by Journalismfund.eu, with no input or oversight at any stage from the consortium as a whole. Goals of Grants The primary goal of this grant is to expose illicit finance and tax abuse. Eligibility Intercontinental journalist teams from Africa, Asia and Europe. Regional cross-border collaborations …

JOB POST: Public Relations Officer at IIFT, New Delhi [Salary upto Rs 50k]: Apply by May 19

May 9, 2020 by Gurjit Kaur

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) is a premier B-School set up by Government of India, engaged in education, training and research in the area of International Business. The Institute intends to engage a experienced person as Public Relations Officer (PRO), purely on contract basis for an initial period of one year, which may be extended further. Eligibility Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication / Journalism from a recognized University with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade point average; Candidate should …

Call for Applications: Criminal Justice Reporting Grants 2020 by Wits Justice Project [Grant Amount Upto Rs. 25k]: Submission Open

May 2, 2020 by Rashmi

About the Grants Applications are open for Criminal Justice Reporting Grants 2020 by Wits Justice Project. The Wits Justice Project(WJP) is inviting journalists to submit proposals for reporting grants of up to R25 000 for in-depth investigations focused on criminal justice and related issues. The WJP is a project of the Journalism Department of the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg. We investigate miscarriages of justice related to the criminal justice system, such as wrongful convictions, torture and prison conditions Focus Areas The following are …

Knight Centre Free Online Courses 2020 for Journalists Covering Covid-19 [May 4-31]: Registration Open

April 29, 2020 by Rashmi

About the Course Applications are invited for the Knight Centre Free Online Courses 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic has taken over the world — and the news. To help arm journalists with knowledge and tools to cover the virus and the health, social and financial crises it is causing, the Knight Center is offering the free online course “Journalism in a pandemic: Covering COVID-19 now and in the future.” The MOOC (massive open online course) runs from May 4 to 31, 2020 …

JOB POST: Consultants at Central Pollution Control Board, Delhi [5 Vacancies]: Apply by May 8

April 29, 2020 by Gurjit Kaur

Applications are invited for 05 posts of Consultants in the Central Pollution Control Board on full-time basis. Full details of vacancies circular are available on the Central Pollution Control Board website. Eligibility Essential: Master’s degree in Mathematics/ Environmental Science/Environmental Management/Economics/Business Administration/Journalism/Media Specialist or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA. Excellent working knowledge on computer. Spoken and written English and Hindi with good drafting skills in English is essential. Desirable: Experience of working on Pollution, …

Evert Clark/Seth Payne Award 2020 for Young Science Journalists [Award Amount Upto Rs. 76k + Travel Grants]: Apply by June 30

April 27, 2020 by Rashmi

About the Award Applications are invited for the Evert Clark/Seth Payne Award 2020 for Young Science Journalists. The award is intended to encourage young science writers by recognizing outstanding reporting and writing in any field of science. Now in its 31st year, CASW’s Evert Clark/Seth Payne Award was created to recognize the contributions to the journalism of both Ev Clark and Seth Payne. The award is given in memory of Ev Clark, a veteran journalist at Business Week, The New York …

Google Developer Student Clubs Solution Challenge 2020

Journalism Emergency Relief Fund by Google News Initiative: Apply by April 29

April 17, 2020 by Jasmeet

About Google has launched a global Journalism Emergency Relief Fund through the Google News Initiative to support small and medium-sized news organizations producing original news for local communities. The Fund’s aim is to support the production of original journalism for local communities in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Operating globally, it will provide an easily accessible route to financial assistance at this critical time. Funding Funds will be disbursed in one installment, in US dollars or Euros depending on …

Eugene C. Pulliam Fellowship for Editorial Writing by Sigma Delta Chi Foundation [Awards upto Rs 57L]: Apply by Jun 20

April 16, 2020 by Gurjit Kaur

The Eugene C. Pulliam Fellowship is a Sigma Delta Chi Foundation program. The Society of Professional Journalists first offered the fellowship in 1977, when Nina Pulliam provided funding for the program. It honor Mrs. Pulliam’s husband, one of the original members of the Society, which was founded in 1909 as Sigma Delta Chi. Eugene C. Pulliam was the publisher of The Indianapolis Star, The Indianapolis News, The Arizona Republic and The Phoenix Gazette. Eligibility To be eligible for a Pulliam …

McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism by City University of New York [Grants Upto Rs. 11.4L]: Apply by July 10

April 14, 2020 by Jasmeet

About Applications are now open for the McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism-Summer 2020. The McGraw Fellowship provides editorial and financial support to journalists who need the time and resources to produce a significant investigative or enterprise story that provides fresh insight into an important business, financial or economic topic. The aim of the McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism is to support high-impact, ambitious coverage of critical issues related to the global economy, finance, and business. In an age when many …

Journalist Fellowship Summer School 2020 by Reuters Institute-University of Oxford at England: Apply by May 4

April 14, 2020 by Rashmi

About the Program The Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, University of Oxford invites applications from meritorious candidates for its Journalist Fellowship Summer School to be held from July 6-10, 2020. The five-day Summer School, aimed at practising journalists worldwide, is designed to help you better understand the challenges you face in an ever-changing media landscape, and to help you take your career and your work to the next level. You will take part in seminars on misinformation, revenue models and new technology, as …

Journalist Fellowship Summer School at University of Oxford, UK [Sept 7-11]: Register by June 22

April 11, 2020 by Jasmeet

About The Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, University of Oxford invites applications from meritorious candidates for its Journalist Fellowship Summer School to be held from September 7 to 11, 2020. The five-day Summer School, aimed at practicing journalists worldwide, is designed to help you better understand the challenges you face in an ever-changing media landscape and to help you take your career and your work to the next level. Highlights You will take part in seminars on misinformation, …

Logan Nonfiction Program Fall 2020 at Carey Institute for Global Good, US: Apply by June 2

April 8, 2020 by Rashmi

About the Program The Logan Nonfiction Program offers two fellowship classes per year—one in the fall (October-December) and one in the spring (February-April). Program welcome between 10-20 nonfiction writers, documentary filmmakers, photojournalists, podcasters and multimedia creators per class. Fellows are provided lodging, meals, workspace, professional guidance and community. Fellowships range between 5-10 weeks and take place on the Carey Institute for Global Good’s historic 100-acre campus in upstate New York. Eligibility The Logan Nonfiction Program accepts applications from: Nonfiction writers …

COVID-19 Relief Fund 2020 for Women Journalists by IWMF, USA [Grants Upto Rs. 1.2L]: Applications Open

April 3, 2020 by Jasmeet

About The International Women’s Media Foundation invites applications for the COVID-19 Relief Fund 2020 for Women Journalists. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the IWMF is turning our attention to how we may best serve our community of women journalists at this unprecedented moment in history. Based on early, anecdotal evidence of canceled assignments, lost income and an inability to pay essential living expenses, we anticipate a great need for support within our global network of journalists – especially among freelancers with …

One young world Leading Asia Scholarship

Call for Nomination: Journalist of The Year Award 2020 by One Young World at Munich [Oct 14-17]: Submit by April 30

April 2, 2020April 2, 2020 by Rashmi

About the Program The One Young World Journalist of the Year Award was created to recognise five of the most promising young journalists between the ages of 18 to 35 from around the world. The purpose of this award is to highlight the work of young journalists who are fearlessly and boldly inspiring others through their work, changing the way stories are reported, and empowering others by giving them a voice. One Young World believes that the next generation of …

National Geographic Call for Proposals 2020

Call for Proposal: National Geographic Stories of Tropical Rainforests 2020 [Grants Upto Rs 53L]: Application Open

April 1, 2020 by Gurjit Kaur

About the Programme Tropical rainforests cover about two percent of Earth’s total surface area, but they provide habitat for half of terrestrial plants and animals on earth. Millions of indigenous peoples who call these rainforests home — as they have for millennia — have proven to be the best guardians of these forests, but other human influences have never been a more imminent threat. Today is a time of great challenge and great opportunity in the rainforests of the Amazon River …

National Geographic- Equity and The Natural World 2020 [Funds Upto Rs 60L]: Applications Open

April 1, 2020April 1, 2020 by Gurjit Kaur

About the Program Ensuring our planet is healthy is one of the most critical challenges we face today. If left unchecked, our growing footprint on the Earth will leave it uninhabitable for human life. This is why environmental reporting has become more important than ever before. But some communities are clearly underrepresented in this reporting—and in the environmental movement at large—because of systemic injustice and inequality. We are determined to build on critical work those in the environmental movement and …

Online Internship Opportunity at Black Robes Legal: Applications Open [Redirected to Lawctopus]

March 31, 2020 by Aprajita Karki

Coronavirus News Collaboration Challenge for Journalists by Pulitzer Center, US [Grants Upto Rs. 7.5L]: Applications Open

March 31, 2020 by Jasmeet

About The Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting, a non-profit organization that supports independent global journalism, is seeking proposals that develop innovative approaches to reporting on the novel coronavirus crisis using collaboration among journalists and newsrooms across state lines or national borders. This opportunity is open to all newsrooms and independent journalists in the United States and abroad. Call for Proposals We are seeking strong proposals that involve a strategic and concerted effort by multiple journalists and/or newsrooms to pursue a …

JOB POST: Consultants at Central Pollution Control Board, Delhi [5 Vacancies]: Apply by April 7

March 26, 2020 by Rashmi

About The Central Pollution Control Board plans to set up an innovation and Research & Development Cell in consultation with Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEF&CC). Therefore, the CPCB requires dedicated, energetic and goal-oriented consultants for R&D activities in CPCB. No. of Posts Consultants are required with the following specialization: Two (02): Master’s degree in Mathematics/ Environmental Science/Environmental Management or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology. One (01): Master’s degree in Business Administration. One (01): Master’s degree in Economics. One …

JOB POST: HR Executives & Public Relations Officers at ONGC via UGC-NET: Apply by April 16

March 26, 2020March 25, 2020 by Jasmeet

About ONGC is looking for promising, energetic and young Indian citizens with a bright academic record to join the organization as Class-I executive (at E1 level) in HR & CC disciplines. The selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India or abroad depending upon the requirements of the organization. Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC), a “Maharatna” Public Sector Enterprise, and India’s flagship energy major are engaged in Exploration and Production of Oil and Gas in India and abroad. …

JOB POST: Junior Research Fellows at Panjab University, Chandigarh [5 Vacancies]: Apply by March 24

March 21, 2020March 21, 2020 by Shivam Sharma

About Panjab University, Chandigarh, is inviting applications from highly interested and motivated candidates for the post of Junior Research Fellows, for the project “Transforming India’s Green Revolution by Research and Empowerment for Sustainable food Supplies (TIGR2ESS)”. This is a Global Challenges Research Fund Project of UK Research Councils, which is a multi-institution research collaboration led by the University of Cambridge. The focus of the work of the positions will be on ‘Impacting Wellbeing in Rural and Urban Communities: Education, Empowerment and …

Persephone Miel Fellowship Program for Journalists by Pulitzer Center, US [Grant Amount Upto Rs. 3.7L]: Applications Open

March 18, 2020 by Rashmi

About the Fellowship Applications are invited for the Persephone Miel Fellowship Program for Journalists by Pulitzer Center, US. The Persephone Miel Fellowship, overseen by the Pulitzer Center and launched in partnership with Internews, is designed to help journalists from the developing world do the kind of reporting they’ve always wanted to do and enable them to bring their work to a broader international audience. The fellowship benefits those with limited access to other fellowships and those whose work is not routinely disseminated internationally. …

Howard G. Buffet Fund for Women Journalists by IWMF [Grant Amount Upto Rs. 1.6 Cr]: Applications Open

February 20, 2020 by Rashmi

About IWMF The International Women’s Media Foundation, located in Washington, D.C., is an organization working internationally to elevate the status of women in the media. The IWMF has created programs to help women in the media develop practical solutions to the obstacles they face in their careers and lives. About the Funding The IWMF’s Howard G. Buffett Fund for Women Journalists supports the production of ambitious projects and underreported, globally important stories. For the next eight years, the IWMF will …

Anja Niedringhaus Courage In Photojournalism Award by IWMF, USA [Cash Prize Upto Rs. 14L]: Apply by Feb 23

February 18, 2020February 18, 2020 by Jasmeet

About The International Women’s Media Foundation, USA invites applications from woman journalists for the Anja Niedringhaus Courage In Photojournalism Award 2020. The Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award was created to honor the life and work of Pulitzer Prize-winning AP photographer and IWMF Courage in Journalism Award winner Anja Niedringhaus (1965-2014). Award Details With this Award, the IWMF celebrates the courageous work of women photojournalists like Anja. The Award recognizes the importance of visual journalistic work that inspires us to …

JOB POST: Project Lead at 101Reporters, Bangalore: Applications Open

February 17, 2020February 17, 2020 by Rashmi

About 101Reporters is a platform for grassroots journalists to report compelling stories from their backyards. We are a bridge between the two ends of journalism – the reporter on one end and the publisher on the other. You will be a good fit for the post if: You are an outgoing person who enjoys planning, finding solutions and being in-charge of projects; if you can happily chat and co-ordinate with (good/difficult/impatient) people across the spectrum of languages, gender, geography, designations; …

IWMF Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship 2020 for Women Journalists: Apply by Feb 28

February 12, 2020 by Jasmeet

About The International Women’s Media Foundation invites applications for the Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship 2020 from women journalists. The Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship gives academic and professional opportunities to women journalists committed to human rights and social justice reporting. During this fellowship, the selected journalist will have the chance to complete research and coursework at MIT’s Center for International Studies and to participate in internships with The Boston Globe and The New York Times. Fellowship Details The Fellowship was created in memory …

Health Investigations Fellowship 2020 by openDemocracy, London [Monthly Stipend Rs. 1.5L]: Apply by Feb 16

February 10, 2020February 10, 2020 by Jasmeet

About openDemocracy, an independent global media platform invites applications from meritorious and eligible candidates for the 2020 Health Investigating Fellowship: Tracking the Backlash. openDemocracy’s Tracking the Backlash project investigates organized opposition to women’s and LGBTIQ rights across the world. As a feminist media project, we also support more young reporters to do this work with practical fellowships. Fellowship Working closely with our Health editor, Kerry Cullinan, the fellow will focus on investigative journalism projects that track and challenge the health …

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Course on Reporting on Migration by Thomson Reuters Foundation [Cambodia; Apr 27-May 1]: Apply by Mar 16

February 6, 2020 by Mrinaal

About Migration and the global trade in human beings is bigger today than at any time in history. Estimates of the numbers of people caught in modern slavery vary from 21 million to 36 million in an industry worth more than $150 billion in illegal profits a year. The world’s refugee crisis now involves 68 million people displaced from their homes, a record high.It’s one of the biggest stories of our time. Yet a lot of reporting on trafficking and …

Internship Opportunity: Line Editor at AFPR, Lucknow: Applications Open

January 31, 2020 by Aprajita Karki

AKU-GSMC Mobile Video Journalism Fellowship at Kenya [6 Months, Stipend Rs. 42k]: Apply by Jan 31

January 28, 2020 by Rashmi

About the Fellowship The Aga Khan University Graduate School of Media and Communications (AKU-GSMC), in partnership with Facebook, is excited to introduce The Mobile Video Journalism Fellowship –an initiative that aims to bolster digital skills in journalism to increase the production of Kenyan stories captured through high-quality mobile video. Do you have an eye for a good story? Are you a tech-savvy smartphone user? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Are you interested in using mobile journalism to shape the …

United Nations Journalism Fellowships 2020 [Fully Funded Trip to New York]: Apply by Mar 6

January 26, 2020 by Jasmeet

About The Dag Hammarskjöld Fund for Journalists is now accepting applications from professional journalists for its 2020 fellowship program. The application deadline is Friday, March 6, 2020. The fellowships are available to radio, television, print and web journalists, age 25 to 35, from mainly developing countries who are interested in coming to New York to report on international affairs during the 75th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The fellowships will begin in early September and extend to late …

Victor K. McElheny Award 2020 for Coverage of Science, Tech. & Health Issues [Cash Prize Upto Rs. 3.5L]: Apply by Jan 31

January 25, 2020 by Jasmeet

About The Victor K. McElheny Award honors outstanding local and regional journalism covering issues in science, public health, technology, or the environment. Each year, the award honors a single entry — be it a series or standalone piece — with a $5,000 prize. Submissions for the 2020 Victor K. McElheny Award will be accepted from December 1st, 2019 through January 31st, 2020. Contest Mission The Victor K. McElheny Award — for outstanding coverage of science, public-health, technology, or environmental issues …