Deadline: 7-Aug-23 Applications are now open for the 6th edition of the New Dimensions Lab that brings together diverse interdisciplinary African artists to develop stories told through creative technology alongside leading industry mentors. The New Dimensions Lab is proudly presented by … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: New Dimensions Lab (6th Edition) – Africa
Latest Grants and Resources for Media and Development
View the latest grant funding and resources in the area of Media and Development for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
U.S. Embassy in Côte d’Ivoire: Building Community Cohesion through Radio
Deadline: 18-Aug-23 The U.S. Embassy Abidjan of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to create and broadcast radio programs that foster peace and community cohesion in northern Côte d’Ivoire. This program aims to foster peace and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Côte d’Ivoire: Building Community Cohesion through Radio
Fifth Global Media and Information Literacy Youth Hackathon
Deadline: 1-Aug-23 Applications are now open for the Fifth Global Media and Information Literacy Youth Hackathon, an opportunity for young people and youth organizations worldwide to participate in creating innovative MIL learning in meaningful ways. The UNESCO annual Global Media and … [Read more...] about Fifth Global Media and Information Literacy Youth Hackathon
Youth Interfaith Leaders Fellowship on Climate Change (2024)
Deadline: 10-Aug-23 The Faith For Our Planet (FFOP) is looking for the next generation of interfaith leaders in climate action. If you’re one, apply now! Faith For Our Planet, in collaboration with Duke University’s prestigious Divinity School, is pleased to announce the open call for its … [Read more...] about Youth Interfaith Leaders Fellowship on Climate Change (2024)
Communicators’ Workshop on Renewable Energy in India
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 Internews’ Earth Journalism Network (EJN) invites communicators from India to join a workshop on renewable energy in Patna from September 15-17, 2023. India has committed to meeting 50% of its energy requirements with renewable energy, reducing its projected carbon … [Read more...] about Communicators’ Workshop on Renewable Energy in India
Call for Proposals: 2023 Next Generation Iraq Programme
Deadline: 31-Jul-2023 The British Council is seeking applications for the Next Generation Iraq programme to produce a research study and a series of recommendations to provide an understanding of young people’s perceptions, aspirations, priorities and key needs in Iraq today. The Next … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: 2023 Next Generation Iraq Programme
IGAD Media Awards 2023 “Cooperation for Resilience against Drought Effects”
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Media Awards 2023 to promote increased, factual and accurate reporting on drought resilience in particular, while the Media Awards initiative as a whole is destined to fostern realtions with … [Read more...] about IGAD Media Awards 2023 “Cooperation for Resilience against Drought Effects”
2023 International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance Grant Program
Deadline: 29-Sep-23 Submissions are now open for the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance Grant Program. The IHRA Grant Program supports innovative, relevant and impactful projects which contain a clear international component. The IHRA Grant Strategy favors projects from all over … [Read more...] about 2023 International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance Grant Program
BIRN’s Reporting Democracy launches Call for Travel and Reporting Programme
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 BIRN’s Reporting Democracy Travel & Reporting Programme is inviting journalists from the Visegrad region to apply for a grant covering fees and field research expenses. This is an exclusive opportunity to embark on a reporting journey, supported by financial assistance, … [Read more...] about BIRN’s Reporting Democracy launches Call for Travel and Reporting Programme
Climate Tracker announces an Opportunity for Journalists: Cover COP28 in Dubai
Deadline: 30-Jul-23 The Climate Tracker in partnership with Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES) is happy to announce an opportunity for journalists who want to cover the 28th United Nations Conference of the Parties on Climate Change ( COP28 ), which will take place in the city of Dubai, in the United … [Read more...] about Climate Tracker announces an Opportunity for Journalists: Cover COP28 in Dubai
Entries open for Environmental Photographer of the Year Competition 2023
Deadline: 30-Aug-23 CIWEM and WaterBear have launched The Environmental Photographer of the Year 2023 competition in partnership with Nikon Europe and MPB, and supported by Arup. The Environmental Photographer of the Year 2023 is open for submissions from amateur and professional photographers … [Read more...] about Entries open for Environmental Photographer of the Year Competition 2023
Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant 2023
Deadline: 31-Aug-23 Applications are now being accepted for the Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant 2023 to support young and emerging photographers as they embark on their career in the world of photojournalism. The Ian Parry offers financial support, mentorship and ongoing assistance for the … [Read more...] about Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant 2023
Applications open for TOMODACHI Story Jam for Youth with Disabilities
Deadline: 28-Jul-23 Are you a student or a young professional with a disability? Join TOMODACHI Story Jam and share your story with other Japanese and American youth! Story Jam is a nine-week digital storytelling program that brings together diverse Japanese and American college students and … [Read more...] about Applications open for TOMODACHI Story Jam for Youth with Disabilities
Apply for the National Geographic Society Grants Program
Deadline: 11-Apr-24 The National Geographic Society warmly welcomes and encourages applicants from historically and currently underrepresented and underserved populations to apply for its grant program. National Geographic is committed to funding a diverse and globally representative cohort of … [Read more...] about Apply for the National Geographic Society Grants Program
Applications open for Austrian-American Partnership Fund
Deadline: 15-Nov-23 The U.S. Embassy in Austria has announced the Austrian-American Partnership Fund (AAPF) to support collaboration and dialogue between Austrian and U.S. NGOs, NPOs, academic institutions, schools, professional associations, and arts and cultural organizations. The goals of … [Read more...] about Applications open for Austrian-American Partnership Fund
Grants to support Civil Society and Media Organisations in the Republic of North Macedonia
Deadline: 28-Aug-23 The European Commission (EC) is inviting proposals to strengthen the participatory democracy and the EU accession and approximation process in North Macedonia by empowering civil society and media organisations to contribute actively in the sector reforms in view of the EU … [Read more...] about Grants to support Civil Society and Media Organisations in the Republic of North Macedonia
Call for Grant Proposals: Global Media Defence Fund to support Journalists
Deadline: 28-Aug-23 UNESCO invites not-for-profit organizations to submit proposals aimed at strengthening legal protection for journalists and promoting media freedom through investigative journalism or strategic litigation. The GMDF seeks partnerships with specialized not-for-profit … [Read more...] about Call for Grant Proposals: Global Media Defence Fund to support Journalists
Young Pacific Leaders Regional Workshop on Media Literacy and Journalism
Deadline: 1-Aug-23 The U.S. Embassy New Zealand Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to develop and implement a three-day Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) Regional Workshop sometime … [Read more...] about Young Pacific Leaders Regional Workshop on Media Literacy and Journalism
MEDIA-EIS Fellowship to strengthen Health Reporting in Nigeria
Deadline: 25-Jul-23 To address the capacity gap among health reporters, the NCDC, AFENET, and BA-Nigeria led by Johns Hopkins Centre for Communication Programmes have jointly developed a unique media fellowship, Epidemiology, Infodemiology and Social and Behaviour Change/Risk Communication Media … [Read more...] about MEDIA-EIS Fellowship to strengthen Health Reporting in Nigeria
Call for Proposals “Research for the Design of Countering Violent Extremism Evidence based Projects”
Deadline: 8-Sep-23 Hedayah has announced a call for research proposals under STRIVE Global Programme-Phase II for countering violent extremism evidence based projects in Central Asia, Western Balkans, South Caucasus and Mena regions. STRIVE Global Programme-Phase II responds to the ongoing … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals “Research for the Design of Countering Violent Extremism Evidence based Projects”
African Union Media Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 23-Jul-23 The African Union Media Fellowship Programme for 2023-2024 is inviting African media professionals passionate about promoting development-focused stories using emerging technologies in various media forms. To ensure Africa is at the forefront of defining and telling its own … [Read more...] about African Union Media Fellowship Programme
Climate Tracker Africa COP28 Fellowship
Deadline: 3-Aug-23 Are you a young African journalist (18-35 years) passionate about climate change reporting and would love to report on COP28? Then this opportunity is for you! Climate Tracker is looking for four fellows from Africa who will join the global team of journalists to cover the … [Read more...] about Climate Tracker Africa COP28 Fellowship
Civic Innovation Fund in Europe
Deadline: 1-Sep-23 Do you have a project idea in the field of civic education that lacks funding? Are you a member of a young NGO in civic education and searching for financial support? Then apply for the call for projects of Civic Innovation Fund and get a chance to make your project come true! … [Read more...] about Civic Innovation Fund in Europe
Call for Applications: “Space for Freedom” Program for Exiled Journalists
Deadline: 21-Jul-23 DW Akademie is launching a third edition of its "Space for Freedom" program for exiled Afghan media professionals and journalists residing in Pakistan, Tajikistan, India, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Iran. Participants, with mentoring, will get further qualifications through … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: “Space for Freedom” Program for Exiled Journalists
Nominations open for Australian Human Rights Awards 2023
Deadline: 4-Sep-23 Nominations are now open for the Australian Human Rights Awards to honour and celebrate all kinds of human rights heroes as well as significant achievements in protecting and promoting human rights in Australia. Every year, the Australian Human Rights Commission presents the … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Australian Human Rights Awards 2023
Open Call for Young People to promote Health and Well-Being
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 ‘Game-changers’ can come from anywhere, and HIV through this open call, the Social Entrepreneurship to Spur Health (SESH) invites young people to find new ways to promote adolescent health and well-being in communities most affected by HIV. The Social Entrepreneurship to … [Read more...] about Open Call for Young People to promote Health and Well-Being
Call for Project Applications to support Civil Society Organizations throughout Turkey
Deadline: 1-Sep-23 The Consulate General of Sweden in Istanbul hereby announces a call for project applications to promote collaboration between Sweden and Türkiye by disbursing grants. The aim is to support civil society organizations throughout Türkiye, to serve as a resource for the … [Read more...] about Call for Project Applications to support Civil Society Organizations throughout Turkey
African Youth Storytelling Contest 2023
Deadline: 31-Aug-23 Do you have a powerful story to share about your vision for a thriving Africa where landscapes are healthy, communities prosper, and justice prevails? The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) and the Youth in Landscapes Initiative (YIL) are hosting a storytelling contest for young … [Read more...] about African Youth Storytelling Contest 2023
Entertainment Media Content Analysis and Monitoring Program
Deadline: 4-Aug-23 The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is accepting applications for the Entertainment Media Content Analysis and Monitoring Program. Integrating educational messages in EM narratives has shown to be an effective strategy for raising awareness, shifting attitudes, and … [Read more...] about Entertainment Media Content Analysis and Monitoring Program
Nominations open for 2023 Free Press Awards
Deadline: 15-Aug-23 The Free Press Unlimited has launched the 2023 Free Press Awards to recognise journalists and media professionals who have a strong commitment with press freedom and independent information. Free Press Unlimited wants to honor journalists who risk everything to bring them … [Read more...] about Nominations open for 2023 Free Press Awards
World Bank Group Young Professionals Program
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the World Bank Group Young Professionals Program (WBG YPP) to develop future leaders to collaborate effectively across the institutions on joint WBG solutions to development challenges. The WBG YPP is a two-year leadership development program … [Read more...] about World Bank Group Young Professionals Program
Uganda School of Internet Governance Fellowship Program 2023
Deadline: 19-Jul-23 The Internet Society Uganda Chapter is calling eligible Ugandans to be admitted in the 3rd School of Internet Governance that will take place from August 02 – 22, 2023. The aim of the Uganda School of Internet Governance is to create a platform for young professionals and … [Read more...] about Uganda School of Internet Governance Fellowship Program 2023
Call for Applications: Next Generation Investigative Journalism Fellowship Programme 2023 (Ghana)
Deadline: 25-Jul-23 Are you a young journalist or a fresh journalism graduate based in Ghana who seeks to specialise in critical, fact-based, in-depth, and investigative reporting? The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) is inviting applications for the 3rd edition of the Next Generation … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Next Generation Investigative Journalism Fellowship Programme 2023 (Ghana)
Training Opportunity: Telling Stories about Agricultural Solutions that Work for Women
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The CGIAR GENDER Impact Platform is running an 8-module training course for science communicators on how to prepare and publish stories on agricultural solutions that work for women. What will the training entail? 8-week training course on how to prepare and publish … [Read more...] about Training Opportunity: Telling Stories about Agricultural Solutions that Work for Women
Call for Proposals: Support Governmental Partners, Women Leaders and CSOs in Iraq & Yemen
Deadline: 30-Jul-23 UN Women is looking to partner with an NGO to advance the Gender Equality and Women Empowerment (GEWE) agenda by supporting governmental partner and CSOs. The project will strengthen the government and civil society’s capacity in advocacy, communications, coordination, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Support Governmental Partners, Women Leaders and CSOs in Iraq & Yemen
Y. Eva Tan Conservation Reporting Fellowship Program
Deadline: 10-Aug-23 Mongabay has established the Y. Eva Tan Conservation Reporting Fellowship Program to provide opportunities for journalists from biodiversity hotspots in tropical countries to report on critical environmental issues, gaining valuable training, experience, and credibility that … [Read more...] about Y. Eva Tan Conservation Reporting Fellowship Program
Applications open for ‘Stories 4 Change’ Programme (Uganda)
Deadline: 23-Jul-2023 If you’re working in the creative industries, are a storyteller or have the ambition to become one and you’re interested in learning new skills, gaining valuable experience and helping to show the world fresh perspectives on global issues, FOTEA want to hear from … [Read more...] about Applications open for ‘Stories 4 Change’ Programme (Uganda)
Internet Shutdown Advocacy Fellowship Program
Deadline: 15-Jul-2023 In order to build advocacy capacity to prepare for and respond to internet shutdowns before they occur, Advocacy Assembly presents the Shutdowns Activism Fellowship. This six-week online initiative aims to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and resources … [Read more...] about Internet Shutdown Advocacy Fellowship Program
Apply for LACNIC’s Líderes Program (Fourth Edition)
Deadline: 21-Jul-2023 Líderes is a LACNIC program that provides funding and mentoring to support research on selected Internet Governance (IG) topics as they are perceived from within the different communities. Líderes supports the contribution of those involved in, and committed to, the goal … [Read more...] about Apply for LACNIC’s Líderes Program (Fourth Edition)
Grants available for promoting Press Freedom in Angola
Deadline: 28-Aug-2023 The U.S. Embassy to Angola and Sao Tome e Principe in Luanda is pleased to announce the availability of an open competition funding opportunity to carry out a project seeking to support an open media environment and to diversify media voices in remote areas of Angola. The … [Read more...] about Grants available for promoting Press Freedom in Angola
Applications open for Human Trafficking & Modern Slavery Training Programme (Thailand)
Deadline: 25-Jul-2023 Thomson Reuters Foundation (TRF) is offering a hybrid (zoom and in-person) journalism training titled “Reporting on Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery – A Solutions Approach” in Thailand. The 5-day training led by expert journalists will provide a deep dive into the … [Read more...] about Applications open for Human Trafficking & Modern Slavery Training Programme (Thailand)
Reporting on Human Trafficking & Modern Slavery in Malaysia
Deadline: 17-Jul-2023 The Thomson Reuters Foundation (TRF) is offering a hybrid journalism training titled “Reporting on Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery – A Solutions Approach”. The 5-day training led by expert journalists will provide a deep dive into the complex topic from a Solutions … [Read more...] about Reporting on Human Trafficking & Modern Slavery in Malaysia
NOFO: Training and Education to Increase Capacity for Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution
Deadline: 4-Aug-23 The U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana through this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO), announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out virtual and in-person peacebuilding and conflict resolution education programs in Benin, Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, … [Read more...] about NOFO: Training and Education to Increase Capacity for Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution
Apply Now for Climate Tracker’s Caribbean COP28 Fellowship
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 Are you passionate about climate change and eager to make a difference? Do you dream of reporting on the most global of climate negotiations and sharing the Caribbean perspectives? Then this COP28 opportunity is for you! What’s in it for you? In-person or Virtual … [Read more...] about Apply Now for Climate Tracker’s Caribbean COP28 Fellowship
Apply for Development Grants Program (Canada)
Deadline: 3-Aug-23 The Law Foundation of British Colombia is seeking applications for the Development Grants to develop capacity, early-stage projects, and plans that may lead to new programming, projects or infrastructure. Indigenous peoples, Black people and racialized people experience … [Read more...] about Apply for Development Grants Program (Canada)
Youth4Regions – A Programme for Aspiring Journalists
Deadline: 10-Jul-23 The European Commission (EC) has announced the Youth4Regions – A Programme for Aspiring Journalists to help journalism students and young journalists to discover what the EU is doing in their region. The European Commission's Directorate General for Regional and Urban … [Read more...] about Youth4Regions – A Programme for Aspiring Journalists
Grooming Endowment Trust Accelerated Programme (Nigeria)
Deadline: 22-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the GET Accelerated programme, a three-month hybrid startup acceleration program designed to support early-stage young entrepreneurs to develop the skills needed to transform their solutions, gain traction and reach customers. During the … [Read more...] about Grooming Endowment Trust Accelerated Programme (Nigeria)
She Loves Tech Global Startup Competition 2023
Deadline: 21-Sep-23 Applications are now open for the She Loves Tech Global Startup Competition, designed to give the world’s most promising women tech entrepreneurs and women impact startups a unique opportunity to showcase the businesses to a global audience of investors and influencers. The … [Read more...] about She Loves Tech Global Startup Competition 2023
Jerusalem Press Club Climate Innovations Fellowship 2023-2024 (Israel)
Deadline: 31-Oct-23 The Jerusalem Press Club (JPC) is excited to invite you to apply for the highly anticipated 2024 Climate Journalism Fellowship to Israel. This weeklong trip in March 8-16 2024 (subject to change) offers a firsthand experience of israel’s groundbreaking efforts to combat … [Read more...] about Jerusalem Press Club Climate Innovations Fellowship 2023-2024 (Israel)
Funding Opportunity: English Access Microscholarship Program (Access) in Kazakhstan
Deadline: 27-Jul-23 The U.S. Consulate General in Almaty, Kazakhstan announces an open competition to organize and implement the English Access Microscholarship Program (Access). This program supports the socio-economic development of Kazakhstan through increasing the English language and … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity: English Access Microscholarship Program (Access) in Kazakhstan
