Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program 2027–28 is a fully funded U.S. exchange fellowship for Serbian professionals to develop leadership skills in fields such as public policy, journalism, law, public health, technology, and governance. It includes academic study in the … [Read more...] about Open Call for Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program (Serbia)
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Open Call: AIGC for Future Global Challenge 2026
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The AIGC for Future Global Challenge is inviting young creators, interdisciplinary teams, companies, and research institutions worldwide to submit AI-generated projects that promote innovation, sustainability, inclusion, and global collaboration. The challenge encourages the … [Read more...] about Open Call: AIGC for Future Global Challenge 2026
Naturesave Trust Funding for Creative Action for Nature Projects (UK)
Deadline: 25-Jun-2026 The Naturesave Trust is offering grants of up to £5,000 to support creative environmental projects that engage young people across Devon, United Kingdom. The funding round focuses on “Creative Action for Nature” and supports initiatives that combine creativity, sustainability, … [Read more...] about Naturesave Trust Funding for Creative Action for Nature Projects (UK)
Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Kuwait)
Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The U.S. Embassy Kuwait Public Diplomacy Section is accepting applications for its Small Grants Program to support projects that strengthen U.S.-Kuwait partnerships across education, security, media, technology, and economic cooperation. The programme supports initiatives … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Kuwait)
Applications open for Editor Safety Cohort Program in Southeast Asia
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Editor Safety Cohort Program is accepting applications for a professional training programme focused on safe commissioning practices for journalists, freelancers, and local sources operating in challenging environments across Southeast Asia. The programme supports editors … [Read more...] about Applications open for Editor Safety Cohort Program in Southeast Asia
PhotoVogue Global Open Call for Artists
Deadline: 11-Sep-2026 The PhotoVogue Global Open Call is an international creative opportunity that encourages artists to submit original visual works that express strong perspectives on the world today. It focuses on photography, video, and multimedia projects that challenge indifference and … [Read more...] about PhotoVogue Global Open Call for Artists
Apply Now: Freelance Fellowship for Independent Journalists (US)
Deadline: 01-Sep-2026 The Freelance Fellowship supports independent investigative journalists with funding of up to $4,000 for long-term projects and $2,000 for short-term projects. It prioritizes investigative work on whistleblowers, business ethics, and privacy issues intended for U.S. … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Freelance Fellowship for Independent Journalists (US)
Submit Applications for the Warsaw Fellowship Program
Deadline: 07-Jun-2026 The Warsaw Fellowship is an intensive leadership and learning programme designed to strengthen civic engagement in an increasingly digital and polarized world. It focuses on how technology, governance, and society intersect, particularly in areas such as: Democracy and … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for the Warsaw Fellowship Program
Open Call for PLURAL+ Youth Video Festival
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The PLURAL+ Youth Video Festival is a global initiative led by the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations. It encourages young people to use creative video storytelling to address major social issues affecting global societies today. The focus is on promoting dialogue, … [Read more...] about Open Call for PLURAL+ Youth Video Festival
RFPs: Digital and Media Literacy as Drivers for Democratic and Civic Resilience
Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission is funding research and innovation actions aimed at improving democratic resilience in the digital age. The program focuses on strengthening media literacy and digital literacy so that citizens can better identify misinformation, critically evaluate … [Read more...] about RFPs: Digital and Media Literacy as Drivers for Democratic and Civic Resilience
Applications Open: Abbey Road Music Photography Awards
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Abbey Road Music Photography Awards is an international competition that recognizes photographers capturing music culture, live performances, and artist imagery worldwide. Open to photographers aged 18+, the awards celebrate original music-related photography across … [Read more...] about Applications Open: Abbey Road Music Photography Awards
Applications open for “Ability to Impact-2” Small Grants Program (Ukraine)
Deadline: 14-Jun-2026 The “Ability to Impact-2” initiative is designed to strengthen Ukrainian civil society by supporting organizations that promote human rights, democratic values, and inclusive governance. It focuses on improving the capacity of civil society organizations (CSOs) to respond … [Read more...] about Applications open for “Ability to Impact-2” Small Grants Program (Ukraine)
NEF Publication Programme for Nature Conservation
Deadline: 14-Oct-2026 The NEF Publication Programme is accepting applications to support scientific books based on researchers’ own work that contribute to nature conservation knowledge across developing countries in the Asia-Pacific region. The programme supports publications focused on … [Read more...] about NEF Publication Programme for Nature Conservation
Bayeux Calvados-Normandy Award for War Correspondents
Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The Bayeux Calvados-Normandy Award for War Correspondents is inviting applications from journalists, photojournalists, radio reporters, and television correspondents covering war, conflict situations, humanitarian crises, and civilian experiences during armed violence … [Read more...] about Bayeux Calvados-Normandy Award for War Correspondents
Call for Proposals: Culture Driven Local Development Grants (Slovakia)
Deadline: 05-Aug-2026 Applications are open for culture-driven projects in Slovakia that strengthen artistic creation, cultural participation, and social inclusion through arts and heritage initiatives. The programme supports projects combining artistic quality with community impact and long-term … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Culture Driven Local Development Grants (Slovakia)
Climate Change and Private Sector Reporting Fellowship Program (Bangladesh)
Deadline: 14-Jun-2026 The Earth Journalism Network is offering reporting fellowships to journalists in Bangladesh to support in-depth reporting on climate change and the private sector. The fellowship supports stories on climate impacts on businesses, ESG practices, climate finance, renewable … [Read more...] about Climate Change and Private Sector Reporting Fellowship Program (Bangladesh)
Call for Gender Equality Accelerator Project Proposals (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Deadline: 07-Jun-2026 The Gender Equality Accelerator Programme is a joint United Nations initiative designed to address structural gender inequalities affecting women and girls across Bosnia and Herzegovina. The programme is implemented by: UN Women UNICEF United Nations Development … [Read more...] about Call for Gender Equality Accelerator Project Proposals (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Young Pacific Leaders Solutions Labs Program (New Zealand)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The U.S. Department of State Bureau of East Asia and Pacific Affairs and the U.S. Consulate General Auckland have launched the Young Pacific Leaders Solutions Labs initiative to support regional workshops that strengthen leadership, economic opportunity, media freedom, and … [Read more...] about Young Pacific Leaders Solutions Labs Program (New Zealand)
Call for Nominations: Thailand’s Public Diplomacy Award 2026
Deadline: 25-Jul-2026 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand and Thailand Foundation are inviting nominations for the Thailand’s Public Diplomacy Award 2026 to recognize individuals, groups, and organizations that have strengthened Thailand’s international image through outstanding public … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Thailand’s Public Diplomacy Award 2026
Applications Open for Story Grants on Inclusive Water Governance Reporting
Deadline: 14-Jun-2026 The Earth Journalism Network Mekong Story Grants support journalists in producing in-depth reporting on water governance, transboundary river issues, and community experiences in the Mekong region. The program emphasizes Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI), investigative … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Story Grants on Inclusive Water Governance Reporting
Call for Entries: Middle East Programme
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The International Journalists’ Programmes (IJP) Middle East Fellowship is a two-month journalism exchange for young German journalists to gain field experience across Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, and Israel. The program strengthens German-Arab and … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Middle East Programme
Science Popularization Awards for Media Personnel (Sri Lanka)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The NSF Media Award recognizes Sri Lankan media professionals who contribute to science popularization and public scientific literacy through print, broadcast, digital, and social media. It rewards individuals who communicate scientific knowledge to the public, improve … [Read more...] about Science Popularization Awards for Media Personnel (Sri Lanka)
Call for Collaboration for Heritage Activation Node at Punggol (Singapore)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Heritage Activation Node (HAN) Punggol Call for Collaboration invites individuals and organisations in Singapore to co-create heritage-based projects that explore the cultural identity and transformation of Punggol. Supported by the National Heritage Board and OH! Open … [Read more...] about Call for Collaboration for Heritage Activation Node at Punggol (Singapore)
IJP George Weidenfeld Bursary Programme (UK and Germany)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The IJP George Weidenfeld Bursary Programme is a German–British journalism exchange fellowship that enables early and mid-career journalists to work in newsrooms in the UK or Germany. It promotes cross-border reporting, media collaboration, and deeper … [Read more...] about IJP George Weidenfeld Bursary Programme (UK and Germany)
Submissions open for German-Japanese Fellowship Programme 2026
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The German–Japanese Journalists’ Program 2026–2027 is an international fellowship by the International Journalists’ Programmes (IJP) that supports mid-career German journalists in conducting immersive reporting exchanges in Japan. It focuses on geopolitical, economic, … [Read more...] about Submissions open for German-Japanese Fellowship Programme 2026
Open Call for German-Northern European Programme
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The German–North European Journalists’ Program by the International Journalists’ Programmes (IJP) offers young journalists international placements across Germany and Nordic/Baltic countries. The fellowship supports cross-border reporting experience through an eight-week … [Read more...] about Open Call for German-Northern European Programme
Nominations open for STREETS Awards
Deadline: 15-Aug-2026 The STREETS Awards recognize outstanding social enterprises and initiatives creating measurable social impact in the global hospitality and tourism sector. The programme offers financial awards, mentorship opportunities, networking access, and global visibility for emerging … [Read more...] about Nominations open for STREETS Awards
Isu Elihle Awards for Journalists Covering Children’s Issues
Deadline: 04-Jun-2026 The Isu Elihle Awards are inviting professional and freelance journalists across Africa to submit innovative and unpublished story ideas that highlight child rights and issues affecting children. The initiative supports impactful journalism by providing funding for shortlisted … [Read more...] about Isu Elihle Awards for Journalists Covering Children’s Issues
Entries open for the 21st Annual FÍS Film Competition (Ireland)
Deadline: 26-Jun-2026 The FÍS Film Competition is a national initiative for primary schools in Ireland that promotes creativity, storytelling, and filmmaking skills among pupils. It encourages students to work collaboratively with teachers to produce original short films across a variety of genres … [Read more...] about Entries open for the 21st Annual FÍS Film Competition (Ireland)
Apply Now: Voicing Youth Knowledge Component under MYA Programme
Deadline: 23-May-2026 The Mediterranean Youth in Action (MYA) Programme is a regional initiative that empowers young researchers to contribute to policy dialogue, cooperation, inclusion, innovation, and peacebuilding across the Euro-Mediterranean region. It focuses on producing evidence-based, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Voicing Youth Knowledge Component under MYA Programme
Applications open for Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship Program
Deadline: 10-Jul-2026 The Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship provides an outstanding opportunity for early-career journalists to develop investigative reporting skills through a nine-month fellowship with Reuters and Durham University. Selected fellows will work within a Reuters newsroom while … [Read more...] about Applications open for Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship Program
Ocean Awareness Contest 2026 – “Your Story, Our Ocean”
Deadline: 08-Jun-2026 The Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs is inviting young people worldwide to participate in the Creative Action for Conservation – Ocean Awareness Contest 2026. The global contest encourages students to explore their connection with the ocean through art, storytelling, film, … [Read more...] about Ocean Awareness Contest 2026 – “Your Story, Our Ocean”
CFAs: Global Ability Photography Challenge for Persons with Disabilities
Deadline: 25-May-2026 The Global Ability Photography Challenge is a worldwide photography initiative for persons with disabilities, promoting inclusive artistic expression, storytelling, and creative visibility. Participants can showcase original photography reflecting resilience, … [Read more...] about CFAs: Global Ability Photography Challenge for Persons with Disabilities
Agog Open Call Climate Futures+ Immersive Media Grants (US)
Deadline: 12-Jun-2026 The Agog Climate Futures+ programme is offering up to $1 million in funding for immersive media projects focused on climate awareness, civic engagement, and collective climate action. Grants between $25,000 and $200,000 are available for artists, XR creators, researchers, … [Read more...] about Agog Open Call Climate Futures+ Immersive Media Grants (US)
Investigative Journalism Grants for Reporters and Media Outlets (United States)
Deadline: 14-Sep-2026 The Fund for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) provides grants to support investigative reporting projects across print, online, broadcast, documentaries, books, and podcasts. Funding supports public-interest journalism that uncovers wrongdoing and has a strong U.S. … [Read more...] about Investigative Journalism Grants for Reporters and Media Outlets (United States)
Apply Now: Seed Grants for Early Reporting (United States)
Deadline: 14-Sep-2026 The FIJ Seed Funding program supports early investigative journalism that exposes hidden wrongdoing and contributes to public accountability. It is designed to help journalists begin complex investigations by covering essential early-stage reporting costs. The programme … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Seed Grants for Early Reporting (United States)
CFPs: Development of a Citizen Engagement and Digital Platform (Lesotho)
Deadline: 18-May-2026 The UNDP Lesotho digital public participation and governance platform grant is a governance innovation initiative designed to improve citizen participation and government accountability through a digital platform. Implemented by the United Nations Development Programme, it … [Read more...] about CFPs: Development of a Citizen Engagement and Digital Platform (Lesotho)
Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026: Community Empowerment (Singapore)
Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 Singapore edition is a regional storytelling platform that showcases micro films focused on social impact and community empowerment. It operates under the broader Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival, which connects filmmakers across … [Read more...] about Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026: Community Empowerment (Singapore)
German-Japanese Fellowship Programme for Journalists
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The International Journalists’ Programmes (IJP) German–Japanese Fellowship Programme is a two-month media exchange initiative for journalists from Japan and Germany. It supports professional reporting, cross-cultural understanding, and research on key global issues such as … [Read more...] about German-Japanese Fellowship Programme for Journalists
RFAs: Strengthening Civil Society and Media for Democracy in Zimbabwe
Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The European Commission has launched a €2 million funding call under the NDICI–Global Europe framework to strengthen civil society organisations and independent media in Zimbabwe. The programme supports democracy, freedom of expression, investigative journalism, digital … [Read more...] about RFAs: Strengthening Civil Society and Media for Democracy in Zimbabwe
2026 Community Empowerment Award (Hong Kong)
Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 – Hong Kong is a regional edition of the Inspiring Asia platform that promotes storytelling centered on community empowerment. It encourages participants to use microfilms to highlight social issues, local initiatives, and … [Read more...] about 2026 Community Empowerment Award (Hong Kong)
Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival’s Community Empowerment Award (Indonesia)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 is a regional film initiative that encourages participants to create impactful micro films centered on community empowerment. It focuses on storytelling that reflects how communities support each other, overcome challenges, and grow … [Read more...] about Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival’s Community Empowerment Award (Indonesia)
Entries Open: AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards 2026
Deadline: 01-Aug-2026 The 2026 AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards recognize outstanding science journalism across print, digital, video, audio, and children’s media worldwide. The awards honor excellence in science reporting, in-depth investigations, magazine journalism, and multimedia … [Read more...] about Entries Open: AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards 2026
Request for Proposals: Artists for Projects in Government Schools in Karnataka (India)
Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The India Foundation for the Arts is inviting proposals under its Kali Kalisu programme to support arts-integrated learning projects in Karnataka government schools. The initiative promotes student-centered education using arts such as theater, music, visual arts, folklore, … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Artists for Projects in Government Schools in Karnataka (India)
Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program (Egypt)
Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program is a U.S. government-funded cultural and academic exchange initiative. It enables early-career educators from Egypt to improve their teaching skills, strengthen English language ability, and participate in … [Read more...] about Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program (Egypt)
Open Call for Felt Photographic Gallery – WOMAN Exhibition
Deadline: 07-Jun-2026 The Felt Photographic Gallery open call is an international photography submission opportunity for an exhibition centered on the theme “WOMAN.” It encourages photographers to present visual work that reflects personal and collective understandings of womanhood. The initiative … [Read more...] about Open Call for Felt Photographic Gallery – WOMAN Exhibition
Financial Support for Youth Resilience and Media Literacy (Moldova)
Deadline: 17-May-2026 The GLOBSEC initiative provides financial support to organisations in Moldova that aim to strengthen young people’s resilience against disinformation and foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI). The program focuses on empowering youth through education, … [Read more...] about Financial Support for Youth Resilience and Media Literacy (Moldova)
Open Call: Latvian Literature Grant Program for Publishers
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Latvian Literature Translation Support Grant Program, administered by Latvian Literature and financed by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Latvia, provides financial support to foreign publishers for translating and publishing Latvian literary works … [Read more...] about Open Call: Latvian Literature Grant Program for Publishers
Communicators’ and Content Creators’ Workshop on Renewable Energy in Bhubaneswar (India)
Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The Earth Journalism Network is organizing a renewable energy workshop in Bhubaneswar, Odisha (July 30–August 1, 2026) for communicators and content creators. The programme provides training in solutions journalism, social media storytelling, and renewable energy reporting, … [Read more...] about Communicators’ and Content Creators’ Workshop on Renewable Energy in Bhubaneswar (India)
Funding Available to Support Local Development Projects in Jamaica
Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The High Commission of Canada in Jamaica has launched its annual call for proposals under the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The program funds small-scale, high-impact community projects implemented by local partners in developing countries. It prioritizes … [Read more...] about Funding Available to Support Local Development Projects in Jamaica
