Conferences & Scholarships

Africa: Journalists can apply for conference on dryland restoration

DEADLINE; MAY 10, 2021— The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) is set to host a digital conference on restoration of drylands in Africa.

GLF invites journalists to submit entries for training and full access to attend and cover the conference which will hold from 2nd-3rd June, 2021.

Early career reporters across the African continent are eligible to apply.

Applicants must pitch a story focusing on drylands and ecosystem restoration in their country.

Selected journalists will have access to holistic writing and mentoring experience

After the workshop, the best of the best will be selected to attend the GLF Africa 2021 conference.

The best 5 journalists will also receive a long form storytelling grant to produce more in-depth pieces, as a follow-up from the conference.

Stories can be published in English or French

The deadline for applications is 10th May, 2021.

APPLY HERE

MORE MEDIA AND JOURNALISM OPPORTUNITIES FROM I-79 MEDIA

Freelance journalists can apply for grants at Rory Peck Trust

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Women journalists can apply for IWMF Fund

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VACANCY: Opportunities for freelance journalists

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