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Call for Entries: Alicia Patterson Fellowship Program

Deadline: 01-Oct-2026 The Alicia Patterson Fellowship Program supports print journalists through independent journalism fellowships that aim to strengthen high-quality reporting in the United States. The program is open to eligible full-time print journalists, freelance journalists, … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Alicia Patterson Fellowship Program

Call for Applications: MIL4Peace Project in Tunisia

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 DW Akademie, supported by the European Union, has launched the MIL4Peace Project call for applications to fund youth-led civil society organizations (CSOs) in Tunisia to design and implement a Media and Information Literacy (MIL4Peace) Boot Camp. Selected organizations will … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: MIL4Peace Project in Tunisia

Media Grants to Support 30×30 Marine Conservation Reporting 2026-2027

Deadline: 10-Aug-2026 The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is offering five media grants of up to USD 10,000 each to support newsrooms and media organizations in coastal countries producing in-depth journalism on marine conservation and the global 30x30 marine target. The grants fund reporting … [Read more...] about Media Grants to Support 30×30 Marine Conservation Reporting 2026-2027

Democracy Stories Lab Open Call for Visual Storytelling

Deadline: 14-Sep-2026 The Democracy Stories Lab is inviting individual creators and small teams worldwide to submit original visual stories that imagine a hopeful future where people have meaningful influence over the decisions that affect their lives. The competition offers four … [Read more...] about Democracy Stories Lab Open Call for Visual Storytelling

Digital Democracy Centre x TrygFonden Fellowship Program (Denmark)

Deadline: 01-Sep-2026 The Digital Democracy Centre x TrygFonden Fellowship Program supports researchers, journalists, and policymakers working on projects related to digital technology, artificial intelligence, media, politics, and democracy. The fellowship provides mentorship, … [Read more...] about Digital Democracy Centre x TrygFonden Fellowship Program (Denmark)

2027–2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program (Yemen)

Deadline: 16-Jul-2026 The U.S. Mission to Yemen is inviting applications for the 2027–2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program, a ten-month Fulbright exchange programme for mid-career professionals seeking leadership development, academic learning, and professional collaboration … [Read more...] about 2027–2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program (Yemen)

CFAs: Support Scheme for Publication Fees 2026 (Sri Lanka)

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The Support Scheme for Publication Fees (SSPF) provides reimbursement funding to Sri Lankan researchers for publishing research articles in high-impact open-access journals indexed in Clarivate Analytics SCIE or SSCI databases. The scheme supports publication costs based on … [Read more...] about CFAs: Support Scheme for Publication Fees 2026 (Sri Lanka)

Next Generation Investigative Journalism Fellowship (Ghana)

Deadline: 30-Jul-2026 The Next Generation Investigative Journalism Fellowship is a three-month, fully funded residential fellowship for Ghanaian journalism graduates, early-career journalists, and young professionals passionate about investigative reporting. Participants receive … [Read more...] about Next Generation Investigative Journalism Fellowship (Ghana)

Entries open for Culinary Lab Fellowship Program (India)

Deadline: 21-Jul-2026 The Culinary Lab Fellowship 2026 invites young researchers, storytellers, artists, and cultural practitioners from the Eastern and Western Himalaya to document and explore Himalayan food cultures through a gendered and feminist lens. The fellowship supports … [Read more...] about Entries open for Culinary Lab Fellowship Program (India)

Open Call for Ink of Ages Fiction Prize 2026

Deadline: 22-Aug-2026 The Ink of Ages Fiction Prize 2026 is an international short story competition organized by World History Encyclopedia and sponsored by Oxford University Press. The contest invites writers worldwide to submit original historical or mythological fiction in … [Read more...] about Open Call for Ink of Ages Fiction Prize 2026

Small Grant Call for Women-Led Initiatives in Aragatsotn Region (Armenia)

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The Women’s Fund Armenia is inviting applications for the Small Grant Call for Women-Led Initiatives in Aragatsotn Region to support community-based projects led by women and girls. The programme funds initiatives that promote women's rights, gender equality, … [Read more...] about Small Grant Call for Women-Led Initiatives in Aragatsotn Region (Armenia)

Grants for Civic Participation in Underserved Communities (Romania)

Deadline: 08-Oct-2026 The Strengthening Civic Participation in Underserved Communities Grant Programme supports civil society organizations in Romania that work to promote democratic participation, citizen empowerment, advocacy, media literacy, and information integrity. The … [Read more...] about Grants for Civic Participation in Underserved Communities (Romania)

Request for Applications: Local Impact Mini-Grants

Deadline: 11-Nov-2026 The Local Impact Mini-Grants program provides funding of $500 to $3,000 USD to community groups, organisations, and individual leaders working to improve digital financial access, open payments, financial inclusion, and local fintech ecosystems. The program … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Local Impact Mini-Grants

CFPs: Arts, Culture and Sports Peace Initiative Grant (Malaysia)

Deadline: 03-Aug-2026 The UNESCO SPACES Social Media Campaign Request for Proposal (RFP) 2026 invites legally registered organizations in Malaysia to support communication activities for the Strengthening Peace through Arts, Culture and Sports (SPACES) initiative. Selected … [Read more...] about CFPs: Arts, Culture and Sports Peace Initiative Grant (Malaysia)

Open Call: Human Libraries Project Grant Opportunity (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 09-Aug-26 The Bury Community Safety Partnership is seeking eligible organisations to deliver the £25,000 Human Libraries Project, a 12-month initiative designed to strengthen community cohesion across Bury. The project supports lived-experience storytelling, dialogue, … [Read more...] about Open Call: Human Libraries Project Grant Opportunity (United Kingdom)

Call for English Language Teaching and Learning Program (Uzbekistan)

Deadline: 15-Aug-26 The U.S. Department of State English Language Teaching and Learning Program provides funding to strengthen English language teaching capacity and expand sector-specific English education in Uzbekistan. The programme offers cooperative agreement funding ranging … [Read more...] about Call for English Language Teaching and Learning Program (Uzbekistan)

Artists in the Library Grants for Community-Engaged Arts Programming (Canada)

Deadline: 06-Oct-26 The Artists in the Library Program provides grants of up to $20,000 to professional artists, artist collectives, and not-for-profit arts organizations to create and deliver free community-engaged arts programming at Toronto Public Library branches. The program … [Read more...] about Artists in the Library Grants for Community-Engaged Arts Programming (Canada)

Apply Now: Small Grant for Media Organisations (Malaysia)

Deadline: 30-Nov-2026 The Small Grant for Media Organisations provides up to USD 35,000 to support independent journalism on business, human rights, and environmental (BHR+E) issues in Malaysia. Funded through UNDP, the grant supports media-focused civil society organizations … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Small Grant for Media Organisations (Malaysia)

Broadcast Funding Application for Community Media (South Africa)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) has launched its 2025/26 Call for Grant Applications to support eligible community broadcast, community print, and small commercial print media organisations across South Africa. Applications are open from 3 July to 31 July … [Read more...] about Broadcast Funding Application for Community Media (South Africa)

Registration for the Journalism Summer Camp for Beginners (Ukraine)

Deadline: 19-Jul-2026 The Media Development Foundation’s Journalism Summer Camp 2026 is a training and retreat programme designed for beginner journalists, journalism students, and early-career media professionals. The programme provides practical journalism training, mentorship … [Read more...] about Registration for the Journalism Summer Camp for Beginners (Ukraine)

2026 Community Print and Digital Media Applications Call (South Africa)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) Community Print and Digital Media Funding Programme 2026 provides support to eligible community media organisations across South Africa to strengthen media diversity, improve access to information, and build … [Read more...] about 2026 Community Print and Digital Media Applications Call (South Africa)

Apply Now: Brandtech Group AI for Good Scholarship 2026

Deadline: 02-Aug-2026 The Brandtech Group AI for Good Scholarship 2026 supports young African leaders using artificial intelligence to create positive social impact in areas such as climate action, education, healthcare, misinformation prevention, and social equity. Five selected … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Brandtech Group AI for Good Scholarship 2026

Entries Open: UNESCO Youth Hackathon 2026

Deadline: 16-Aug-2026 The UNESCO Youth Hackathon 2026 invites young people aged 18–30 to collaborate in teams and develop innovative solutions that promote Media and Information Literacy (MIL). The hackathon welcomes creative ideas ranging from AI-powered tools and educational … [Read more...] about Entries Open: UNESCO Youth Hackathon 2026

Small Grants Supporting Civil Society and Democratic Values (Slovakia)

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The EEA Civil Society Fund Small Grants Call provides grants of up to €25,000 to civil society organizations in Slovakia working to strengthen democracy, transparency, inclusion, human rights, and public participation. With a total funding budget of €990,000, … [Read more...] about Small Grants Supporting Civil Society and Democratic Values (Slovakia)

Open Call: Yumaro Community Partners Donation Grants (Australia)

Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The Yumaro Community Partners Donation Grants provide up to AUD 5,000 to support community projects that improve the lives of people with disability across Yumaro's local service region in Australia. Funding is available for initiatives that improve accessibility, increase … [Read more...] about Open Call: Yumaro Community Partners Donation Grants (Australia)

RFAs: Fair Housing Initiatives Program – Education and Outreach Initiative (US)

Deadline: 02-Nov-2026 The Fair Housing Initiatives Program (FHIP) Education and Outreach Initiative provides competitive funding to organizations that educate the public, housing providers, and communities about fair housing rights and responsibilities in the United States. The programme supports … [Read more...] about RFAs: Fair Housing Initiatives Program – Education and Outreach Initiative (US)

Applications open for Gender Equality Grant Program

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Pulitzer Center Gender Equality Grant Program provides funding for investigative and data-driven journalism that advances reporting on gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls worldwide. The programme is open to independent journalists, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Gender Equality Grant Program

Apply Now: International Fund for Independent Media Proposals

Deadline: 05-Jul-2026 The International Fund – Strengthening What Works: Investing in the Future of Public Interest Media in Armenia, Moldova, and Ukraine provides two-year grants to independent media organizations to strengthen financial sustainability, organizational resilience, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: International Fund for Independent Media Proposals

NFVF: Film Funding for Development and Production (South Africa)

Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Funding Programme 2026/2027 supports the development, production, post-production, and preservation of South African film and television projects. The programme provides funding for … [Read more...] about NFVF: Film Funding for Development and Production (South Africa)

Apply for Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Jamaica)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program provides USD 10,000–USD 20,000 in funding for projects that strengthen cooperation between the United States and Jamaica. The programme supports initiatives under the Innovate, Ignite, and Inspire framework, focusing on … [Read more...] about Apply for Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Jamaica)

Nominations Open: African Investigative Journalist of the Year Award 2026

Deadline: 10-Jul-2026 The African Investigative Journalist of the Year Award 2026 recognizes exceptional investigative journalism that has made a significant public impact across Africa. Open to African journalists and media teams, the award offers US$5,000 for the winner, US$2,000 … [Read more...] about Nominations Open: African Investigative Journalist of the Year Award 2026

Applications open for Project Grants (Czech Republic)

Deadline: 15-Sep-2026 The EEA Civil Society Fund Project Grants Call supports civil society organisations in the Czech Republic working on democracy, human rights, inclusion, and organisational sustainability. Grants range from €25,001 to €100,000 (and up to €80,000 for organisational development) … [Read more...] about Applications open for Project Grants (Czech Republic)

Project Grants for Systemic Change and Civil Society (Czech Republic)

Deadline: 15-Sep-2026 The EEA Civil Society Fund’s Project Grants on Systemic Change support long-term initiatives in the Czech Republic that strengthen democracy, human rights, and civil society resilience. Grants range from €100,000 to €200,000 for 36-month projects focused on systemic policy, … [Read more...] about Project Grants for Systemic Change and Civil Society (Czech Republic)

Call for Projects: Small Project Regional Grants (Czech Republic)

Deadline: 15-Sep-2026 The Small Project Regional Grants support civil society organisations in the Karlovy Vary and Pilsen regions of the Czech Republic to strengthen democracy, human rights, and community engagement. Grants range from €2,000 to €5,000 for 6-month projects, with no co-financing … [Read more...] about Call for Projects: Small Project Regional Grants (Czech Republic)

Investigative Journalism Reporting GAP Grants Fellowship (India)

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Investigative Journalism Fellowship supports reporters across India with financial assistance to pursue on-ground investigative stories. It offers 30 fellowships of ₹15,000 each on a rolling basis and requires applicants to work under editorial supervision … [Read more...] about Investigative Journalism Reporting GAP Grants Fellowship (India)

Early-Career Investigative Journalist Gap Fellowship Program (India)

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The Early-Career Investigative Journalist Gap Fellowship Program is a 12-month fellowship for early-career investigative journalists in India. It provides financial support of up to ₹45,000 per month and requires fellows to work under editorial supervision from an independent … [Read more...] about Early-Career Investigative Journalist Gap Fellowship Program (India)

The Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Investigative Reporting Fellowship Program (US)

Deadline: 01-Sep-2026 The Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Investigative Reporting Fellowship supports journalists of color who want to strengthen their investigative reporting skills through a year-long fellowship featuring mentorship, professional training, data journalism … [Read more...] about The Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Investigative Reporting Fellowship Program (US)

Africa-China Trade and Political Relations Journalism Workshop

Deadline: 30-Jul-2026 The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA), in partnership with the Wits Centre for Journalism (WCJ), is accepting applications for a fully funded three-day journalism workshop on reporting Africa-China relations. The programme covers all participation costs, offers story … [Read more...] about Africa-China Trade and Political Relations Journalism Workshop

Thomson Foundation announces Young Journalist Award 2026

Deadline: 09-Aug-2026 The Thomson Foundation Young Journalist Award 2026, presented in partnership with the UK Foreign Press Association (FPA), recognizes outstanding journalists aged 30 or younger whose work demonstrates excellence in investigative reporting, accountability … [Read more...] about Thomson Foundation announces Young Journalist Award 2026

Long-Term Investigative Journalism GAP Fellowships Program (India)

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The Reporters’ Collective Long-Term Fellowship offers two 12-month fellowships for experienced investigative reporters and editors in India. Selected fellows receive Rs. 1,00,000 per month to produce evidence-based investigative journalism under the editorial supervision of an … [Read more...] about Long-Term Investigative Journalism GAP Fellowships Program (India)

CFAs: Investigative Video Journalism GAP Fellowships Program (India)

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The Reporters' Collective Investigative Video Fellowship offers three fellowships of Rs. 2,50,000 each to support experienced journalists in producing evidence-based investigative video stories in India. Fellows work under the editorial supervision of a host … [Read more...] about CFAs: Investigative Video Journalism GAP Fellowships Program (India)

Submit Applications for Transport Heritage Grants Program (Australia)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Transport Heritage Grants Program is a New South Wales Government-funded initiative administered by the Royal Australian Historical Society with support from Transport Heritage NSW. It funds projects that preserve, restore, and promote transport heritage across NSW and the … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Transport Heritage Grants Program (Australia)

Investigative Journalism Mentorship Programme for Women (Ghana)

Deadline: 04-Jul-2026 The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA), with funding from the European Union through International Media Support, is accepting applications for a 12-month mentorship programme for young female journalists and journalism graduates in Ghana. The programme combines … [Read more...] about Investigative Journalism Mentorship Programme for Women (Ghana)

Apply Now: Collaboration for Civil Society Organization Networks’ Engagement in Nepal

Deadline: 14-Jul-2026 The NGO Federation of Nepal (NFN), in partnership with the Association of International NGOs in Nepal (AIN), is inviting project proposals from civil society organization (CSO) networks and federations under the EU-supported Civic Space Project (CSP). The … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Collaboration for Civil Society Organization Networks’ Engagement in Nepal

Call for Applications: Creative Seed Grants (Australia)

Deadline: 03-Aug-2026 The City of Greater Geelong's Creative Seed Grants 2026–27 provide funding of up to $2,500 to support artists, creatives, businesses, and organizations in developing innovative early-stage creative projects. The programme encourages experimentation, creative collaboration, new … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Creative Seed Grants (Australia)

Award for Excellence in Political Journalism (India)

Deadline: 07-Jul-2026 The Editors Guild of India is accepting submissions for the Award for Excellence in Political Journalism under the Prem Bhatia Journalism Awards. The award honors individual journalists whose work has demonstrated outstanding reporting, investigative depth, … [Read more...] about Award for Excellence in Political Journalism (India)

Second Edition Youth for Peace: UNESCO Intercultural Leadership Programme

Deadline: 19-Jul-2026 The Youth for Peace: UNESCO Intercultural Leadership Programme is a global leadership initiative supporting emerging leaders to promote peace, inclusion, and intercultural dialogue. The 2026 edition focuses on the impact of artificial intelligence on human connection, … [Read more...] about Second Edition Youth for Peace: UNESCO Intercultural Leadership Programme

Applications open for ImmerseInteract Grant Scheme (Netherlands)

Deadline: 25-Aug-2026 The ImmerseInteract Grant Scheme supports the development, production, and distribution of high-quality immersive and interactive media works, including VR, AR, MR, and digital storytelling projects. It is jointly run by the Creative Industries Fund NL and the Netherlands Film … [Read more...] about Applications open for ImmerseInteract Grant Scheme (Netherlands)

Balangay Film – Mga Kwento ng Klima Short Films 2026 (Philippines)

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 MKK Shorts is a climate storytelling initiative designed to amplify public awareness of climate change through short films. The programme supports emerging filmmakers in developing impactful climate narratives that highlight real community experiences, adaptation strategies, … [Read more...] about Balangay Film – Mga Kwento ng Klima Short Films 2026 (Philippines)

Nominations Open: Apila First Impression Award 2027

Deadline: 14-Feb-2027 The Apila First Impression Award is a publishing-focused competition designed to discover and support new talent in children’s picture book illustration. Organized in Spain, it provides emerging illustrators with a rare opportunity to transform their work into a professionally … [Read more...] about Nominations Open: Apila First Impression Award 2027

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