Deadline: 21-May-23 Entries are now open for Global Peace Photo Award 2023 that recognizes and promotes photographers from all over the world whose pictures capture human efforts towards a peaceful world and the quest for beauty and goodness lives. The award goes to those photographs that best … [Read more...] about Global Peace Photo Award 2023
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.
Albania: 2023 Democracy Commission Program (Round 2)
Deadline: 17-May-23 The U.S. Embassy Tirana announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications under the Democracy Commission Program. Eligible Program Themes Anti-Corruption Good Governance Cyber-security Energy Security Human Rights/Minority Rights … [Read more...] about Albania: 2023 Democracy Commission Program (Round 2)
CIPESA: Africa Digital Rights Fund (7th Round)
Deadline: 5-May-23 The Collaboration on International ICT Policy for East and Southern Africa (CIPESA) is calling for proposals to support digital rights work across Africa. This call for proposals is the seventh under CIPESA’s Africa Digital Rights Fund (ADRF) initiative which provides rapid … [Read more...] about CIPESA: Africa Digital Rights Fund (7th Round)
Engage: Training for Journalists and Creators in the MENA Region
Deadline: 25-May-23 The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ), in partnership with the Meta Journalism Project, is supporting Arabic-speaking journalists and content creators with the latest digital skills, resources, and tools to boost their storytelling and amplify their reach through … [Read more...] about Engage: Training for Journalists and Creators in the MENA Region
Call for Nominations: Pasifika Environews Awards
Deadline: 1-May-23 The Pacific Islands News Association, Internews Earth Journalism Network, Office of the Pacific Ocean Commissioner, and the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) are proud to announce the inaugural “Pasifika Environews Awards”. The awards will … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Pasifika Environews Awards
Apply to Mentoring Program in Climate Journalism
Deadline: 28-Apr-23 You are a journalist? Receive training and funding for publishing stories about climate change and energy transition that need to be told in Latin America. Climate Tracker is pleased to announce the third cycle of the Climate Journalism Mentoring Program, exclusively for Latin … [Read more...] about Apply to Mentoring Program in Climate Journalism
New Media Incubator Programme
Deadline: 14-Jun-23 Applications are now open for the New Media Incubator Program to build a solid foundation for the media startup. The New Media Incubator invests in media entrepreneurs developing creative, new business models and products shaping the media market today and tomorrow. This … [Read more...] about New Media Incubator Programme
Media Small Grants Program in Kyrgyz Republic
Deadline: 31-May-23 The U.S. Embassy Bishkek Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce the Media Small Grants Program.. This program supports the development of the Kyrgyz Republic’s media and its role in society by competitively awarding small … [Read more...] about Media Small Grants Program in Kyrgyz Republic
Story Grants to Support Environmental Reporting from Asia-Pacific Island Countries
Deadline: 16-May-23 EJN is offering reporting grants to journalists from island countries in the Asia-Pacific region to support the production of in-depth stories on climate, health and environmental issues, and solutions to address them. In island countries (also known as island states or … [Read more...] about Story Grants to Support Environmental Reporting from Asia-Pacific Island Countries
Caribbean Open Call for High-Quality 5-Minute Videos on IWWM
Deadline: 30-Apr-23 The Global Water Partnership-Caribbean (GWP-C) is pleased to issue an Open Call to Caribbean Journalists, Content Creators, Media Practitioners, and other interested persons to produce a high-quality 5-minute video on Integrated Water and Wastewater Management (IWWM). Funding … [Read more...] about Caribbean Open Call for High-Quality 5-Minute Videos on IWWM
2023 American Spaces Digital Literacy and Training Program
Deadline: 7-Jun-23 The Office of American Spaces of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), U.S. Department of State, announces an open competition to administer a new award in the field of digital and media literacy and countering disinformation, the FY 2023 American Spaces Digital … [Read more...] about 2023 American Spaces Digital Literacy and Training Program
Digital Connections Program 2023
Deadline: 30-May-23 The Office of Citizen Exchanges at the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) invites proposals for the FY 2023 Digital Connections Program (Digital Connections) in Africa, East Asia and the Pacific, Europe and Eurasia, the Middle East and … [Read more...] about Digital Connections Program 2023
Joint Call for Proposal: Promoting and Protecting Human Rights, and Supporting CSOs in Tajikistan
Deadline: 29-May-23 The European Commission has launched a call for proposals that contributes to reducing inequalities in Tajikistan in the context of sustainable development, in particular by pursuing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), therefore improving the quality of life in a more … [Read more...] about Joint Call for Proposal: Promoting and Protecting Human Rights, and Supporting CSOs in Tajikistan
The German Grant for Journalism (Australia)
Deadline: 16-Jun-23 The German Embassy is delighted to call again for applications to the ‘German Grant for Journalism’ in co-operation with the National Press Club of Australia (NPC) - a partnership that spans more than three decades. Background The global energy crisis, exacerbated by … [Read more...] about The German Grant for Journalism (Australia)
NOFO: DRL Investigative Journalism in Europe, Eurasia and Central Asia
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that support regional investigative journalism in Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia. DRL’s … [Read more...] about NOFO: DRL Investigative Journalism in Europe, Eurasia and Central Asia
Digital Rights Training for Montenegrin Journalists – Apply Now
Deadline: 1-May-23 Balkan Investigative Reporting Network (BIRN) invites Montenegrin journalists to apply for a three-day training program designed to address the rising concern over digital rights violations in the Balkans. The event, to be held in Podgorica, Montenegro, from May 16 to May … [Read more...] about Digital Rights Training for Montenegrin Journalists – Apply Now
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Philippines
Deadline: 28-Apr-23 The Embassy of Canada in the Philippines is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs … [Read more...] about The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Philippines
US: The Richard C. Longworth Media Fellowships
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity Pulitzer Center is accepting applications for the Richard C. Longworth Media Fellowships to promote international reporting by Midwestern journalists. The Longworth Media Fellowships are made possible by a grant from The Clinton Family Fund to honor Richard C. … [Read more...] about US: The Richard C. Longworth Media Fellowships
Call for Proposals: Human Rights & Democracy and Civil Society Thematic Programmes in Indonesia
Deadline: 30-May-23 The European Commission (EC) is currently accepting proposals to reinforce EU’s partnership with Indonesia by boosting efforts to promote a vibrant civic space, an enabling environment for civil society, and the promotion of human rights. Objectives of the Programme and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Human Rights & Democracy and Civil Society Thematic Programmes in Indonesia
Apply for Kellen Fellowships in Germany
Deadline: 2-Oct-23 The American Council on Germany is seeking applications for the Anna-Maria and Stephen M. Kellen Fellowships which allows exceptional German journalists who live and work in Berlin to travel to the United States to interview policymakers, opinion leaders, and experts while … [Read more...] about Apply for Kellen Fellowships in Germany
Entries Open for INMA’s “30 under 30” Awards
Deadline: 15-Jul-23 Entries are now open for the International News Media Association (INMA) “30 under 30” Awards to reward outstanding achievement and career potential among young professionals in the news media industry. The news media industry craves the infusion of young professionals into … [Read more...] about Entries Open for INMA’s “30 under 30” Awards
Applications Open for New Cooperation Mechanism Grant
Deadline: 14-May-23 The New Democracy Fund is inviting applications for the New Cooperation Mechanism Grant to provide Danish civil society actors with an opportunity to start new or extend existing partnerships in the Eastern Neighbourhood Countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for New Cooperation Mechanism Grant
Call for Proposals to Develop Capacity to Enforce Mandatory Heavy Duty Vehicle Inspections Programme (Uganda)
Deadline: 23-May-23 The Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) is inviting proposals to build capacity within key government authorities in Uganda to implement the standards, including through a mandatory vehicle inspection programme. This project responds to a request made by the Ministry … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to Develop Capacity to Enforce Mandatory Heavy Duty Vehicle Inspections Programme (Uganda)
Children and Screens’ Interdisciplinary Research Grants Program – US
Deadline: 5-May-23 Applications are now open for the Children and Screens’ Interdisciplinary Grants Program to support cutting-edge interdisciplinary scientific research projects that seek to advance our knowledge and understanding of digital media and child development. These small research … [Read more...] about Children and Screens’ Interdisciplinary Research Grants Program – US
Uganda: Reporting on illicit finance in Africa – Regional Training Scheme 2023
Deadline: 26-Apr-23 With funding support from the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad), The Thomson Reuters Foundation is looking for African journalists (both English and French speaking) who are motivated to understand how their country and/or other African countries within the … [Read more...] about Uganda: Reporting on illicit finance in Africa – Regional Training Scheme 2023
NOFO: In Country Press Tour for Emerging Journalists in India
Deadline: 11-Jun-23 The U.S. Embassy New Delhi and its Public Diplomacy Section under the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to provide an in country reporting tour for emerging journalists in India. The … [Read more...] about NOFO: In Country Press Tour for Emerging Journalists in India
NOFO: Better Understanding of American Policy for Established Opinion Leaders in India
Deadline: 11-Jun-23 The U.S. Embassy Public Diplomacy Section in New Delhi, under the U.S. Department of State, announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a series of events to provide established opinion leaders a ringside view of American-funded programs … [Read more...] about NOFO: Better Understanding of American Policy for Established Opinion Leaders in India
Call for Applications: Journalism Hub Fellowship 2023 in Kosovo
Deadline: 23-Apr-23 Kosovo 2.0 is now accepting applications for the Journalism Hub Fellowship 2023. Young journalists and those that have just started their career, if you have a topic that is related to human rights and you have always wanted to cover, but didn’t have the time, the financial … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Journalism Hub Fellowship 2023 in Kosovo
Request for Proposals: Media Relations in key Forest Countries in Latin America
Deadline: 24-Apr-23 The Food Nature Climate Dialogue (FNCD) is seeking proposals for media relations in key forest countries in Latin America. Food Nature Climate Dialogue (FNCD) is in need of a media relations consultant or agency, to expand their ability to place forest and land rights … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Media Relations in key Forest Countries in Latin America
Open Call for Photo Contest: Intercultural Dialogue through Youth Lens in the Arab States Region
Deadline: 25-Apr-23 The UNESCO Multisectoral Regional Office in the Arab States in Beirut in collaboration with the Anna Lindh Foundation calls on young professional and amateur photographers from the Arab States Region, aged 15 to 35 years old, to pick up their cameras and send their best photos … [Read more...] about Open Call for Photo Contest: Intercultural Dialogue through Youth Lens in the Arab States Region
News/Media Literacy Award – Apply Now!
Deadline: 1-May-23 Entries are now open for the News/Media Literacy Award to honor front-line teachers and news media organizations in the quest to help students understand the "why" of press freedom. The award will recognize excellence in making sure that students develop a thorough … [Read more...] about News/Media Literacy Award – Apply Now!
Pulitzer Center’s Sixth Annual Fighting Words Poetry Contest
Deadline: 15-May-23 How can poetry be an effective response to current events and underreported stories? How can journalism and poetry help to make connections between global issues and the local and personal contexts? Students are invited to explore these questions and make their voices heard in … [Read more...] about Pulitzer Center’s Sixth Annual Fighting Words Poetry Contest
Brazil: Two-way Fellowship on Communicating Just Transition Issues 2023
Deadline: 8-May-23 Are you looking to develop your organization's media or digital skills? Learn how to better engage, inform and inspire through the “Two-way Fellowship on Communicating Just Transition Issues”, a free hybrid course! This is an opportunity provided by the Lauds Phase 2 … [Read more...] about Brazil: Two-way Fellowship on Communicating Just Transition Issues 2023
Call for Applications: “Stand-Up Comedy and Satire Stroytelling” Workshop (Jordan)
Deadline: 21-Apr-23 Are you a young journalist/ Media professional/ content creator with a passion for comedy and satire storytelling? Amman Comedy Club, in partnership with the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, is offering scholarships for aspiring young journalists to participate in their “Stand-up … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: “Stand-Up Comedy and Satire Stroytelling” Workshop (Jordan)
Online News Association: MJ Bear Fellowship Program 2023
Deadline: 27-Apr-23 Submissions are now open for the MJ Bear Fellowship, an one-year fellowship is designed to provide support and guidance to early-career journalists on a digital journalism project, as well as their own professional development. Themes for projects may include audience and … [Read more...] about Online News Association: MJ Bear Fellowship Program 2023
India: Narender Revelli National Media Fellowships 2023
Deadline: 5-May-23 Turaga Foundation with University of Hyderabad and Dept. of Communication are Calling early career journalists to apply for the Narender Revelli National Media Fellowships 2023 that allows you to work on stories related to Youth & Innovation or Youth and Activism. The … [Read more...] about India: Narender Revelli National Media Fellowships 2023
Open Call: IJP’s Middle East Fellowship Program
Deadline: 15-Jun-23 In 2023 International Journalists' Programmes (IJP) are offering for the twentieth time a travel and work fellowship for up to five young journalists from the Middle East, especially from Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Israel and Palestine to spend a two-month period in … [Read more...] about Open Call: IJP’s Middle East Fellowship Program
U.S. Embassy in Guyana: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Deadline: 15-Jul-23 The U.S. Embassy in Guyana Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants PAS Georgetown invites proposals for programs that … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Guyana: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Open Call: Country–based support scheme to Promote and Protect Human Rights in Pakistan
Deadline: 22-May-23 The European Commission is seeking proposals for Country–based support scheme (CBSS) to promote and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms in Pakistan. The aim of this call is to increase the resilience of journalists and media houses, increasing their capacity to … [Read more...] about Open Call: Country–based support scheme to Promote and Protect Human Rights in Pakistan
WWF Nepal – Conservation Awards 2023
Deadline: 21-Apr-23 The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Nepal welcomes nominations for WWF Nepal - Conservation Awards 2023 from Nepali individuals and/or organizations registered in Nepal and are working in the field of conservation and natural resource management. The award is now … [Read more...] about WWF Nepal – Conservation Awards 2023
Cultural Survival’s Indigenous Youth Fellowship Project
Deadline: 28-Apr-23 Cultural Survival is pleased to announce the applications for the Indigenous Youth Land and Life Defenders to support young Indigenous leaders between the ages of 17-28 in creating and disseminating knowledge through creative ways and critical thinking. It is an opportunity … [Read more...] about Cultural Survival’s Indigenous Youth Fellowship Project
AREF-MRC Towards Leadership Programme in Africa 2023/24
Deadline: 12-May-23 The Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) is inviting applications for the AREF-MRC Towards Leadership Programme 2023/24 to empower talented emerging scientists in Africa to become outstanding leaders in the global health research ecosystem. Together they are investing in … [Read more...] about AREF-MRC Towards Leadership Programme in Africa 2023/24
Call for Proposals: Using Creative Forms of Storytelling to Challenge Dominant Gender Discriminatory Norms (Nepal)
Deadline: 5-May-23 UN Women is seeking to partner with a national non-profit organisation to implement a component of the storytelling initiative focusing on exploring creative forms of storytelling for wider social change through development of communication products, dialogues, and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Using Creative Forms of Storytelling to Challenge Dominant Gender Discriminatory Norms (Nepal)
Apply for funding through the Flexible Response Mechanism
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity The New Democracy Fund has launched the applications for the Flexible Response Mechanism to support civil society organisations in the Eastern Neighbourhood Countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine – in a flexible and fast way in a highly … [Read more...] about Apply for funding through the Flexible Response Mechanism
Oxfam Young Leaders Fellowship Programme 2023 | Call for Innovative Ideas for Gender Justice
Deadline: 30-Apr-23 Are you a feminist activist challenging patriarchy and social norms and have innovative ideas for gender justice? Are you an artist, writer/story teller or photo journalist or videographer capturing and disseminating peoples stories for freedom and social justice? Are you a … [Read more...] about Oxfam Young Leaders Fellowship Programme 2023 | Call for Innovative Ideas for Gender Justice
Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in Guatemala
Deadline: 14-Aug-23 U.S. Embassy Guatemala’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce funding is now available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants: PAS Guatemala invites proposals for programs that strengthen … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in Guatemala
Caribbean Climate Justice Journalism Fellowship Program
Deadline: 15-May-23 Do you have a passion for storytelling and climate issues? The Caribbean Climate Justice Journalism Fellowship is now accepting applications for a second cycle, which will run from June to November 2023. Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing the planet today. … [Read more...] about Caribbean Climate Justice Journalism Fellowship Program
Local Media for Democracy Grants Program
Deadline: 25-May-23 The Journalismfund.eu is now accepting applications for its Local Media for Democracy Grants Program. This media funding scheme injects €1.200.000 financial support to local, regional and community media who are struggling to serve the public interest in places where access … [Read more...] about Local Media for Democracy Grants Program
Internews’ CLIMB Project: Innovative Products and Approaches to Increase Media Literacy
Deadline: 11-Apr-23 Internews is seeking applications for the Cultivating Local Independent Media (CLIMB) project to support the development of innovative products and approaches to increase media literacy. Objective The goal of Internews’ Cultivating Local Independent Media in the Western … [Read more...] about Internews’ CLIMB Project: Innovative Products and Approaches to Increase Media Literacy
International Trade Training for Asia-Based Journalists
Deadline: 24-Apr-23 The National Press Foundation is offering a four-day journalism training workshop on a wide variety of aspects of sustainable global trade, including U.S.-China trade friction and geopolitics, sanctions, AI impact on trade and supply chains, pivots in manufacturing, … [Read more...] about International Trade Training for Asia-Based Journalists
