Deadline: 20 March 2017 The Dag Hammarskjöld Fund for Journalists is now accepting applications from professional journalists from developing countries for its 2017 fellowship program. The fellowships offer a unique opportunity for promising young journalists from developing countries to observe United Nations deliberations and to report on its … [Read more...] about Applications Open for United Nations Journalism Fellowships: Inviting Journalists from the Developing World
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.
Migration Media Award: Recognizing and Rewarding the Excellence, Relevance and Newsworthiness
Deadline: 9 April 2017 Entries are open for Migration Media Award to recognize and reward the excellence, relevance and newsworthiness of up to 36 journalism pieces dealing with migration in the Euro-Mediterranean region in all its aspects. Selection of the 36 winning entries and pitches will be made through a three tier process: first an … [Read more...] about Migration Media Award: Recognizing and Rewarding the Excellence, Relevance and Newsworthiness
Thomson Reuters Foundation: Inviting Journalists for Reporting Controversies Safely Workshop
Deadline: 19 March 2017 It is the job of the journalist to report on issues that matter. But when those issues are controversial or sensitive how easy is it to report without inflaming tensions further – or even compromising your own safety? Do you give one side of the story, or all sides? Are there things you cannot cover? If you make your … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation: Inviting Journalists for Reporting Controversies Safely Workshop
Call for Participation: Training for Young Journalists on Reporting on Climate Change and Sustainable Development Issues in Southeast Asia
Deadline: 20 February 2017 UNESCO has opened applications for a project funded by the government of Malaysia to provide "Training for Young Journalists on Reporting on Climate Change and Sustainable Development Issues in Southeast Asia" to Strength media capacity to monitor and report on climate change in Asia-Pacific. The training will bring … [Read more...] about Call for Participation: Training for Young Journalists on Reporting on Climate Change and Sustainable Development Issues in Southeast Asia
USIAD/CREATIVE Request for Proposals: Inviting Applicants for Afghanistan Workforce Development Program under Media & Communication Sector
Deadline: 9 March 2017 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for its six-year program "Afghanistan Workforce Development Program (AWDP)" implemented by Creative, to increase mid-career employment opportunities for Afghan men and women by improving the quality of market-driven technical training and … [Read more...] about USIAD/CREATIVE Request for Proposals: Inviting Applicants for Afghanistan Workforce Development Program under Media & Communication Sector
Australia-Indonesia Institute (AII) 2017 Grant: Providing Seed Funding for Innovative Programs
Deadline: 19 April 2017 The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is seeking applications for its Australia-Indonesia Institute (AII) 2017 grant to contribute to a more broadly based and enduring relationship between Australia and Indonesia and to project positive images of Australia and Indonesia in both countries. The objective of the … [Read more...] about Australia-Indonesia Institute (AII) 2017 Grant: Providing Seed Funding for Innovative Programs
Applications Open for YES FOUNDATION Media for Social Change Fellowship Program!
Deadline: 28 February 2017 YES FOUNDATION is seeking applications for its Media for Social Change Fellowship. It is an intensive, high impact 2-month program to develop socially conscious youth leadership in association with ISDI-WPP School of Communication and supported by YES BANK. As part of the Fellowship, 200 select high potential youth will … [Read more...] about Applications Open for YES FOUNDATION Media for Social Change Fellowship Program!
ICFJ Call for Scholarships: Inviting Journalists Residing in Latin America
Deadline: 5 March 2017 The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) in partnership with Connectas is inviting journalists for the first round of Production Journalism Awards 2017 with an aim of fostering and strengthening independent and quality journalism in the region. On this occasion the proposals will be grouped into two categories: … [Read more...] about ICFJ Call for Scholarships: Inviting Journalists Residing in Latin America
Nominations Open for 2017 Kurt Schork Awards in International Journalism!
Deadline: 31 May 2017 The Kurt Schork Memorial Fund (KSMF) is now accepting submissions for its 2017 awards in international journalism. Since its inception in 2002, the Kurt Schork Memorial Fund has sought to support those journalists Kurt most admired, the freelancers and local reporters whose work is often poorly paid, mostly unsung and … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 Kurt Schork Awards in International Journalism!
Data Journalism Training Program: Inviting Media Organizations in ASEAN Countries
Deadline: 8 March 2017 Do you have an idea for a great data journalism project that could impact on local communities or tackle topics related to people’s rights and freedom in ASEAN countries? Are you a media organization eager to learn about data journalism, visualizations and how to future-proof (sustainability) your work? If yes, then apply … [Read more...] about Data Journalism Training Program: Inviting Media Organizations in ASEAN Countries
Kalliopeia Foundation Grant Program: Seeking Applications from US-based Organizations
Deadline: 30 June 2017 The Kalliopeia Foundation is seeking Letter of inquiry for its Grant program to create a future where universal spiritual values form the foundation of how they care for their common home. To accomplish this mission, Kalliopeia provides financial resources to US-based organizations and projects whose work is rooted in … [Read more...] about Kalliopeia Foundation Grant Program: Seeking Applications from US-based Organizations
Apply for The Lorenzo Natali Media Prize! Recognising Journalists for Outstanding Reporting on Development and Poverty Eradication
Deadline: 10 March 2017 Applications are open for “The Lorenzo Natali Media Prize”, organised by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for International Cooperation and Development, that is awarded to amateur and professional journalists for outstanding reporting on development and poverty eradication. Launched with the hashtag … [Read more...] about Apply for The Lorenzo Natali Media Prize! Recognising Journalists for Outstanding Reporting on Development and Poverty Eradication
European Commission Call for Proposals: Support to International Co-production Funds under Creative Europe Programme
Deadline: 28 February 2017 The European Commission is currently seeking proposals for the implementation of a programme of support for the European cultural and creative sector (CREATIVE EUROPE). The European Commission is responsible for the implementation of the Creative Europe Programme and for the decision to grant individual European Union … [Read more...] about European Commission Call for Proposals: Support to International Co-production Funds under Creative Europe Programme
Apply for UNDP’s Capacity Building for Media Practitioners Program!
Deadline: 16 February 2017 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking proposals from eligible entities for a program entitled "Capacity Building for Media Practitioners" with an aim to engage a firm to develop and conduct a capacity building seminar for regional media practitioners. The program will focus on climate change … [Read more...] about Apply for UNDP’s Capacity Building for Media Practitioners Program!
Applications Open for Disability Rights Storytellers Fellowship!
Deadline: 15 March 2017 The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) in partnership with Rooted in Rights is seeking applications for "Disability Rights Storytellers Fellowship" that provides the opportunity for an individual with a disability to learn and apply skills in digital media storytelling, and to connect with media … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Disability Rights Storytellers Fellowship!
Counterpart International: Afghan Civic Engagement Program- Provision of Legal Services in Afghanistan
Deadline: 16 February 2017 Counterpart International, funded by USAID is seeking proposals for “Afghan Civic Education Program (ACEP) - Provision of Legal Services”. The goal of ACEP is to promote civil society and media engagement that enables Afghan citizen to influence policy, monitor government accountability, and serve as advocates for … [Read more...] about Counterpart International: Afghan Civic Engagement Program- Provision of Legal Services in Afghanistan
Applications Open for EJN fellowships to the International Congress for Conservation Biology in Developing Countries!
Deadline: 24 February 2017 The Earth Journalism Network, with support from the Arcadia Foundation is inviting working journalists for its fellowship program "International Congress for Conservation Biology (ICCB)". The workshop will provide participants with an overview of biodiversity issues and conservation solutions, as well as tips for … [Read more...] about Applications Open for EJN fellowships to the International Congress for Conservation Biology in Developing Countries!
Applications Open for The Knight-Risser Prize for Western Environmental Journalism!
Deadline: 15 March 2017 Applications are now open for "The Knight-Risser Prize for Western Environmental Journalism", sponsored by the John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships and The Bill Lane Center for the American West, Stanford University. By recognizing the highest-quality environmental reporting about the North American West, the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for The Knight-Risser Prize for Western Environmental Journalism!
Internews/USAID Small Grants: Promoting Freedom of Expression and Strengthening Independent Media in Ukraine
Deadline: 6 February 2017 Ukrainian media projects (Media), performed by an international NGO Internews supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking proposals for its small grants competition "Promoting Freedom of Expression and Strengthening Independent Media in Ukraine". The competition provides a unique and … [Read more...] about Internews/USAID Small Grants: Promoting Freedom of Expression and Strengthening Independent Media in Ukraine
UNDP/Nepal: Inviting Journalists for 2017 Development Reporting Fellowship
Deadline: 28 February 2017 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Nepal is seeking applications for its 2017 Development Reporting Fellowship from journalists writing on or are interested to write on emerging development issues in Nepal’s context. The fellowship aims to promote in-depth reporting on topics of pressing concern, … [Read more...] about UNDP/Nepal: Inviting Journalists for 2017 Development Reporting Fellowship
