Fellowships

Apply for WIA Young Leaders Program

DEADLINE: APRIL 15, 2021 —Women in Africa (WIA) invites applications from young women leaders for its 2021 Young Leaders Program.

Through this programme, WIA and its partners would support and promote young African women leaders at the beginning of their careers.

Five selected Young Leaders will benefit from the program.

The five Young Leaders will have the opportunity to develop their skills, network, discover new organizations, ans meet leading personalities from the worlds of business, politics, and media.

Young African women who are contributing to shaping the continent’s future are invited to apply

Candidates should be African nationals and must show a strong interest in the development of the continent.

The deadline for applications is April 15th, 2021.

APPLY HERE

MORE MEDIA AND JOURNALISM OPPORTUNITIES FROM I-79 MEDIA

Apply for journalism awards at the American Geophysical Union 

DEADLINE: APRIL 15, 2021 —The American Geophysical Union (AGU) seeks nominations for its 2021 journalism awards in news, features, and sustained achievement. APPLY HERE

Submit story pitches at Unbias the News

DEADLINE: APRIL 18, 2021 —Unbias the News invites journalists from all over the world to submit pitches for underreported stories with global relevance. APPLY HERE

Freelance journalists can apply for grants at Rory Peck Trust

Rory Peck Trust is offering Assistance Grants to professional freelance journalists and their families who are facing crises related to their work. APPLY HERE

Women journalists can apply for IWMF Fund

DEADLINE: ROLLING — The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is accepting applications for the Howard G. Buffett Fund to support women journalists. APPLY HERE

VACANCY: Communications Intern Needed at ICFJ

DEADLINE: ROLLING — The International Center For Journalists (ICFJ) is looking for a committed and talented intern to join its communications team. APPLY HERE

Apply to investigate impact of COVID-19 on atrocity risks

DEADLINE: ROLLING — The Stanley Center for Peace and Security is organising a multimedia project that examines how the Coronavirus pandemic and government responses can either mitigate or contribute to risk factors for atrocities. APPLY HERE

VACANCY: Opportunities for freelance journalists

Freelance journalists who are available for immediate engagement in Nigeria can apply. APPLY HERE

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