Conferences & Scholarships

UNESCO, Namibia to host World Press Freedom Day 2021 international conference

In commemoration of the 2021 World Press Freedom Day, UNESCO and the Government of Namibia will host an international conference that will take place on May 1st to 3rd in Windhoek.

The conference will combine virtual and in-presence participation, regional forums, side events, keynotes, artistic showcases, films screenings and VOD among others.

Media leaders, activists, policymakers, media and legal experts, artists, academicians, researchers and CSOs from all over the world will attend the event.

World Press Freedom Day is a day of support for media which are targets for the restraint and abolition of press freedom.

The 2021 theme “Information as a Public Good” affirms the importance of information as a public good, will explore how to strengthen journalism, and advance transparency and empowerment.

MORE MEDIA AND JOURNALISM OPPORTUNITIES FROM I-79 MEDIA

Journalists can apply for Master’s Degree at DW Akademie

DEADLINE: MARCH 31, 2021 — DW Akademie is currently accepting applications for its International Media Studies program (IMS) in Bonn, Germany. 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

Journalists can apply for bioenergy reporting project at mongabay

DEADLINE: ROLLING —Mongabay seeks pitches for special reporting project on bioenergy processes being developed and utilized around the globe. 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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