Conferences & Scholarships

Call for applications: 12th Global Investigative Journalism Conference

DEADLINE: AUGUST 17, 2021 —The Global Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN) is currently accepting applications for the 2021 Global Investigative Journalism Conference.

The conference which will hold in November 1-5 will be held virtually.

The conference will feature practical panels and workshops on the latest investigative techniques, data analysis, online research, cross-border collaboration, and more.

Admission is $100 USD. However, GIJN is offering fellowships to journalists in developing and transitioning countries.

The fellowship is open to full-time print, online, television, video, radio and multimedia journalists in developing or transitioning countries. Part-time reporters whose primary career is journalism can also apply.

Interested applicants must have experience in investigative or data journalism and a working knowledge of English.

The deadline for applications is August 17th, 2021.

APPLY HERE

MORE MEDIA AND JOURNALISM OPPORTUNITIES FROM I-79 MEDIA

The Howard G. Buffet Fund for Women Journalists

DEADLINE: ROLLING —The Howard G. Buffett Fund for Women Journalists is open for applications from woman-identifying journalists around the world. APPLY HERE

Pulitzer Center’s data journalism grants

DEADLINE: ROLLING— The Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting invites applications for innovative data-driven journalism projects that spotlight under reported issues. APPLY HERE

Apply for OTF’S Rapid Response Fund

DEADLINE: ROLLING —Open Technology Fund (OTF) through its Rapid Response Fund is offering financial support and technical services to bloggers, cyber activists, journalists, and human rights defenders. 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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