DEADLINE: MARCH 20, 2023— Journalists covering epidemics in Nigeria can apply for this two-month fellowship programme organised by the Nigeria Health Watch (NHW).
The NHW seeks outstanding local journalists based in Abuja, Lagos and Kano States with a passion for covering epidemic preparedness.
Fellows will receive training on epidemic preparedness and response, including workshops, field visits, mentorship, and coaching from experienced journalists and public health experts.
They will also receive financial support for the fellowship period.
Interested fellows should propose two story ideas on the the current state of Nigeria’s funding for epidemic preparedness and one of the following themes:
• The economic cost of not providing adequate funding for epidemic preparedness.
• Existing gaps in current funding pattern for epidemic preparedness.
• How lack of sustained funding of Nigeria’s public health institutes makes infectious disease outbreaks catastrophic.
The deadline for applications is March 20, 2023.
MEDIA AND JOURNALISM OPPORTUNITIES FROM I-79 MEDIA
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Pulitzer Centre will fund investigative stories on science misinformation
DEADLINE: ROLLING — The Pulitzer Centre is offering grants for in-depth and investigative stories related to science misinformation, science denial, and the spread of pseudoscience. APPLY HERE
Grants for underreported stories in Sub-Saharan Africa
DEADLINE: ROLLING — The Pulitzer Center is offering grants for underreported stories in Sub-Saharan Africa. Proposals should focus on issues such as water and sanitation, land degradation and coastal erosion, education, maternal health, and climate resilience. APPLY HERE
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DEADLINE: ROLLING —The Pulitzer Center’s global reporting grants support in-depth, high-impact reporting on critical issues that are often overlooked in the media, from global health to climate change. APPLY HERE
Call for applications: RCDIJ Africa Fund
DEADLINE: ROLLING —The RCDIJ Africa Fund is currently open for applications from journalists across Africa. APPLY HERE
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Unbias the News seeks pitches on underreported stories
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Maynard 200 Fellowship seeks mid-career journalists
DEADLINE: MARCH 31, 2023— The Maynard Institute is accepting applications for the Maynard 200 Fellowship, which provides advanced training and mentorship to mid-career journalists of colour. APPLY HERE
2024 Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity Programme
DEADLINE: APRIL 10, 2023 — Early to mid-career professionals in health-related fields can apply for the Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity programme. APPLY HERE
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DEADLINE: APRIL 12, 2023 — Journalists and other professionals working on projects in science, conservation, storytelling, education, and technology can apply for grants at the National Geographic Society. APPLY HERE
2024 Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship for women journalists
DEADLINE: APRIL 23, 2023 — The 2024 Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship invites women, nonbinary and gender non-conforming journalists working on human rights and social justice issues. APPLY HERE
SEJ offers award to environmental journalists
DEADLINE: MAY 1, 2023 — The Society of Environmental Journalists (SEJ) seeks submissions for its annual awards that recognise excellence in environmental reporting. APPLY HERE
U.S. Consulate offers $350,000 to NGOs in Nigeria
DEADLINE: MAY 5, 2023 — The U.S. Consulate Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is offering funding to registered non-governmental organisations in Nigeria. APPLY HERE
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