Deadline: 2 September 2019 Google News Initiative (GNI) has launched its first Innovation Challenge in the Middle East, Africa & Turkey Region. The first Middle East, Africa & Turkey GNI Innovation Challenge will focus on projects which increase reader engagement and/or explore new … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for GNI’s Innovation Challenge in the Middle East, Africa & Turkey Region
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.
Request for Proposals for Well-being and Safety Research in United States
Deadline: 3 July 2019 Instagram has launched 'Well-being and Safety Research' programme to invest in keeping their communities safe and understanding Instagram’s impact on human well-being. There is an ongoing conversation about how every day social media usage affects personal, community, and … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals for Well-being and Safety Research in United States
Applications Open to Locally Registered Media Outlets in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia
Deadline: 5 July 2019 USAID’s BMAP aims to stimulate the production of highly engaging, quality digital content that will help local media expand their audiences and build trust with the public while reporting on public interest issues in innovative, interactive ways. To this end, they are … [Read more...] about Applications Open to Locally Registered Media Outlets in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia
Submit Applications for GNI Innovation Challenge in Latin America
Deadline: 22 July 2019 As a part of the Google News Initiative's $300M commitment to help journalism thrive in the digital age, Google has launched GNI Innovation Challenge in Latin America to support projects that focus on new business models and new news products. The GNI will fund projects … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for GNI Innovation Challenge in Latin America
Submit Applications for Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship – Cúcuta, Colombia
Deadline: 14 July 2019 As part of the IWMF’s Latin America reporting initiative, Adelante, four journalists will travel to Cúcuta, Colombia from September 26 to October, 11 2019. All reporting fellows will begin their trip in Mexico City on September 26, where they will complete a comprehensive … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship – Cúcuta, Colombia
Visual Documentary Project 2019 Focusing on Justice in Southeast Asia and Japan
Deadline: 31 August 2019 The Visual Documentary Project is accepting documentaries that deal with any issues or areas relating to justice in Southeast Asia. The Visual Documentary Project (VDP) aims to provide a platform to deepen exchanges on Southeast Asia through documentary … [Read more...] about Visual Documentary Project 2019 Focusing on Justice in Southeast Asia and Japan
USAID Indonesia announces New Partnerships Initiative (NPI): Conflict Prevention & Recovery Program (CPRP)
Deadline: 29 July 2019 USAID through the Annual Program Statement (APS) has announced 'New Partnerships Initiative (NPI): Conflict Prevention & Recovery Program (CPRP)' to engage new and underutilized partners to expand and amplify the Agency’s work, particularly in contexts at the risk of, … [Read more...] about USAID Indonesia announces New Partnerships Initiative (NPI): Conflict Prevention & Recovery Program (CPRP)
EJN offering Asia-Pacific Health-Related Climate Change Story Grants
Deadline: 30 June 2019 Internews' Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is offering grants to journalists in the Asia-Pacific region to support data-driven, investigative reporting on the health impacts of climate and environmental change. Funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation … [Read more...] about EJN offering Asia-Pacific Health-Related Climate Change Story Grants
U.S. Embassy in Armenia announces Hubert Humphrey Program 2020
Deadline: 28 June 2019 The Embassy of the United States of America in Armenia has announced the Hubert Humphrey Program 2020 competition for mid-career professionals with demonstrated leadership potential for a year of non-degree graduate-level study, leadership development, and substantive … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Armenia announces Hubert Humphrey Program 2020
We Women: Call for Community Engagement & Collaborative Photo-Based Projects in United States
Deadline: 30 June 2019 Do you have bold ideas for a photo-based project that redefines how we understand and respond to urgent issues in the United States today? If yes, then apply for We Women grant opportunity. It is not just a grant: it’s an opportunity to shape a national conversation … [Read more...] about We Women: Call for Community Engagement & Collaborative Photo-Based Projects in United States
FLACC inviting Proposals from Visual Artists around the World
Deadline: 1 July 2019 FLACC is inviting project proposals from the visual artists working in a variety of media and disciplines around the World. The work period is three-month full time or around 90 days, divided in several smaller work periods between February 2020 and December 2020. FLACC … [Read more...] about FLACC inviting Proposals from Visual Artists around the World
Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship inviting Journalists to travel Colombia
Deadline: 14 July 2019 As part of the IWMF’s Latin America reporting initiative, Adelante, six journalists will travel to Medellin, Colombia from September 26 to October, 11 2019. All reporting fellows will begin their trip in Mexico City on September 26, where they will complete a comprehensive … [Read more...] about Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship inviting Journalists to travel Colombia
Digital Integrity Fellow Traineeship in Southeast Asia
Deadline: 17 June 2019 Interested in a two-week training in Southeast Asia and possible work experience in digital security? The Digital Defenders Partnership (DDP) is calling for applicants to participate in its Digital Integrity Fellow Traineeship in Southeast Asia in 2019. Selected … [Read more...] about Digital Integrity Fellow Traineeship in Southeast Asia
Apply for Reporting on Illicit Finance – Africa
Deadline: 21 June 2019 Thomson Reuters Foundation in partnership with the Institute for the Advancement of Journalism is looking for journalists based anywhere in Africa who are motivated to understand how their country could be losing money via illicit means. Wealth of Nations is a long-term … [Read more...] about Apply for Reporting on Illicit Finance – Africa
U.S. Mission to India announces “Media Startups Skills: Reshaping Journalism” Grant Program
Deadline: 15 July 2019 The U.S. Consulate General, Public Affairs Section in Mumbai is soliciting proposals for a grant from legally-recognized non-profit, non-governmental organizations that meet U.S. and Indian technical and legal requirements to develop and implement public diplomacy … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to India announces “Media Startups Skills: Reshaping Journalism” Grant Program
U.S. Embassy in Portugal announces Annual Program Statement
Deadline: 31 July 2019 The U.S. Embassy Lisbon Office of Public Affairs (OPA) of the U.S. Department of State has announced that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. OPA invites proposals from individuals, non-governmental organizations, think tanks, and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Portugal announces Annual Program Statement
U.S. Embassy in Bucharest invites Non-profit Romanian Organizations and Institutions
Deadline: 1 August 2019 The U.S. Embassy, Bucharest is pleased to announce its Grant Program entitled “Learning the History of Communism”. This Program is open for non-profit Romanian organizations and institutions, with activity and experience in the field of education and civic engagement, … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Bucharest invites Non-profit Romanian Organizations and Institutions
Apply for Media Travel Grants Program (Round 2)
Deadline: 15 July 2019 Asia New Zealand Foundation is seeking applications for its Media Travel Grants Program to offer New Zealand journalists the chance to travel independently to Asia to research and prepare stories to help demystify Asia for New Zealand audiences. Media travel grants are … [Read more...] about Apply for Media Travel Grants Program (Round 2)
EU seeking Proposals for Media Professionalism Programme 2019 – Montenegro
Deadline: 3 September 2019 The European Union (EU) is currently seeking proposals from eligible organizations for its Media Professionalism Programme 2019 - Montenegro. The global objective of this call for proposals is to strengthen participatory democracy and the EU integration process in … [Read more...] about EU seeking Proposals for Media Professionalism Programme 2019 – Montenegro
Apply for Google News Initiative (GNI) Innovation Challenge in North America
Deadline: 15 July 2019 Applicants are invited to apply for the Google News Initiative (GNI) Innovation Challenges to support projects that drive digital innovation and develop new business models. The GNI will fund a set of projects from around the world that meet specified criteria, with the … [Read more...] about Apply for Google News Initiative (GNI) Innovation Challenge in North America
Grants for Civil Society Organizations within the CriThink Project— Republic of North Macedonia
Deadline: 15 July 2019 The Critical Thinking for Mediawise Citizens – CriThink project, implemented by Metamorphosis Foundation in partnership with Eurothink, supported by the European Union, has announced a request for applications to provide support to initiatives of local civil society … [Read more...] about Grants for Civil Society Organizations within the CriThink Project— Republic of North Macedonia
Applications Open for Earth Journalism Network 2019 Reporting Fellowships to the UNCCD
Deadline: 23 June 2019 Earth Journalism Network has announced a fellowship program that will allow selected journalists to attend and cover the 14th conference of the parties (COP 14) to the UN convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). The UNCCD COP14 will be a key gathering to review … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Earth Journalism Network 2019 Reporting Fellowships to the UNCCD
UNICEF Innocenti Film Festival to showcase the Best World Film and Video on Childhood
Deadline: 31 July 2019 UNICEF is giving a chance to showcase the best world film and video on childhood through its Innocenti Film Festival. Entries to be included in the festival will promote deep reflection on narratives of childhood and the experiences that shape them – in the child's … [Read more...] about UNICEF Innocenti Film Festival to showcase the Best World Film and Video on Childhood
Grant Competition for Non-profit and Non-governmental Romanian Organizations
Deadline: 30 July 2019 The U.S. Embassy Bucharest/Bureau of Public Affairs of the U.S. Department of State has announced an open competition for non-profit non-governmental Romanian organizations in the field of media education to apply for a grant of up to $35,000 to design, carry out, and … [Read more...] about Grant Competition for Non-profit and Non-governmental Romanian Organizations
Submit Nominations for 2019 Disobedience Award!
Deadline: 31 July 2019 Nominations are open for the third annual MIT Media Lab Disobedience Award to recognize individuals and groups who engage in responsible, ethical disobedience aimed at challenging norms, rules, or laws that sustain society’s injustices. This award will go to a person or … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for 2019 Disobedience Award!
ICNL seeking Proposals to Promote Civic Space through Advocacy and Media Capacity in Tanzania
Deadline: 30 June 2019 The International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL) is currently accepting proposals for small grants as part of its “Promoting Civic Space in Tanzania” program. Through this program, ICNL aims to support engagement and innovative information exchange and advocacy by … [Read more...] about ICNL seeking Proposals to Promote Civic Space through Advocacy and Media Capacity in Tanzania
Malaria No More Reporting Trip 2019: A Chance to Travel Rwanda
Deadline: 23 June 2019 As part of the IWMF’s partnership with Malaria No More, four journalists will travel to Rwanda from September 16-27, 2019 (11 days total: 9 days in country and 1 travel day each way) for a reporting fellowship on Rwanda’s efforts to end malaria, the impact U.S. investments … [Read more...] about Malaria No More Reporting Trip 2019: A Chance to Travel Rwanda
Applications Open for Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2019 Scholarships
Deadline: 10 June 2019 Applications are now open for the Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week 2019 scholarships with an aim to support the students and young professionals from around the globe to participate in the Global MIL Week 2019 Feature Conference and Youth Agenda Forum, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2019 Scholarships
U.S. Embassy in Djibouti announces Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program 2020-2021
Deadline: 25 July 2019 U.S. Embassy in Djibouti has announced the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program 2020-2021 that brings accomplished young and mid-career professionals with demonstrated leadership potential to the United States for a year of non-degree graduate-level study, leadership … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Djibouti announces Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program 2020-2021
Free Press Unlimited seeking Proposals for Small Grant Fund for Syrian CSO-Media Co-Production Programme 2019
Deadline: 23 June 2019 Free Press Unlimited is seeking proposals from Syrian Civil Society Organisations and Syrian media outlets for its 'Small Grant Fund for Syrian CSO-Media co-production programme' 2019. This is not an exchange programme for Syrian Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and … [Read more...] about Free Press Unlimited seeking Proposals for Small Grant Fund for Syrian CSO-Media Co-Production Programme 2019
U.S. Mission to North Macedonia announces Media Mentorship Program
Deadline: 1 July 2019 The U.S. Embassy in Skopje Public Affairs Section has announced a non-profit/non-governmental organizations to develop and implement a series of workshops for young journalists from the Republic of North Macedonia. Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to North Macedonia announces Media Mentorship Program
British Embassy in Kazakhstan accepting Proposals for Promotion of Media Freedom
Deadline: 11 June 2019 The British Embassy in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan is now accepting project proposals for the 2019/2020 financial year (April 2019-March 2020). This year the British Embassy Nur-Sultan is seeking to support projects that focus on promotion of freedom of media in … [Read more...] about British Embassy in Kazakhstan accepting Proposals for Promotion of Media Freedom
Applications are Open for ADAMI TANDEM Programme
Deadline: 24 June 2019 The ADAMI Media Prize for Cultural Diversity in Eastern Europe has launched a Call for Applications for the ADAMI TANDEM programme, which is open to broadcasters and TV journalists from the six EU Eastern Partnership countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, … [Read more...] about Applications are Open for ADAMI TANDEM Programme
Submit Your Applications for The German-Israeli Journalists’ Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 16 June 2019 Internationale Journalisten-Programme (IJP) in cooperation with governmental institutions, foundations and sponsors in Germany and Israel is seeking applications for its The German-Israeli Journalists' Fellowship Programme. In 2019 IJP are offering for the sixteenth time … [Read more...] about Submit Your Applications for The German-Israeli Journalists’ Fellowship Programme
Funds for Indigenous Community Radio Stations for Radio Transmitters and/or Primary Equipment
Deadline: 17 June 2019 Cultural Survival has announced a call for proposals to provide funds for Radio Transmitters and/or Primary Equipment. Purpose of this call is to strengthen the work of Indigenous women journalists in the stations where they work, collaborate, direct, participate, and … [Read more...] about Funds for Indigenous Community Radio Stations for Radio Transmitters and/or Primary Equipment
An Opportunity for African Women Writers and Journalists to Attend African Women’s Writers Workshop 2019
Deadline: 24 June 2019 The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) is currently inviting African women writers and journalists to apply for the African Women’s Writers Workshop 2019. This 10-day writing workshop takes place in Ghana, from 21st October 2019 to 30th October 2019. The workshop … [Read more...] about An Opportunity for African Women Writers and Journalists to Attend African Women’s Writers Workshop 2019
2019 IJP’s Middle East Fellowship Program is now open
Deadline: 16 June 2019 Internationale Journalisten-Programme (IJP) in cooperation with governmental institutions, foundations and sponsors in Germany and the Middle East is seeking applications from young journalists for its Middle East Fellowship, spend a two-month period in Germany. In 2019 … [Read more...] about 2019 IJP’s Middle East Fellowship Program is now open
Female Reporters’ Leadership Fellowship Program for Female Nigerian Journalists
Deadline: 4 June 2019 The Report Women is seeking applications for its Female Reporters’ Leadership Fellowship programme with the aim of empowering female reporters with the skills, finesse, support and tools to take bold steps that help position them for the highest leadership roles in their … [Read more...] about Female Reporters’ Leadership Fellowship Program for Female Nigerian Journalists
U.S. Mission to France seeking Applications for Central and Eastern Europe Journalist Fellowship Program
Deadline: 24 June 2019 The Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs of the U.S. Department of State has announced an open competition for public and private non-profit organizations to submit proposals to carry out a program to support independent media in Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to France seeking Applications for Central and Eastern Europe Journalist Fellowship Program
Call for Applications for the VII Season of the Project “Cross-Border Journalism”
Deadline: 12 June 2019 Applications are now open for the VII season of the project "Cross-Border Journalism" of the program “Perspectives” - summer 2019. For the fifth year, Cross-Border Journalism has helped novice Russian-speaking journalists from the Baltic States, Eastern Europe, the … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for the VII Season of the Project “Cross-Border Journalism”
Submit Applications for Social Documentary Photography Grant 2019
Deadline: 15 August 2019 Applicants are invited to apply for Social Documentary Photography Grant which is awarded by MurthyNAYAK Foundation & Sri Aurobindo Centre for Arts and Communication (SACAC). In a world plagued with political and religious conflict, environmental tragedies and … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Social Documentary Photography Grant 2019
Thomson Reuters Foundation seeking Applications for Mobile Journalism in Asia
Deadline: 13 June 2019 Thomson Reuters Foundation is seeking applications for its program entitled "Mobile Journalism in Asia". This programme involves attendance at the two-day Mobile Journalism Conference Asia, hosted by their partners Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, followed by a two-day Thomson … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation seeking Applications for Mobile Journalism in Asia
African Fact-checking Awards 2019 Honoring Journalism by Africa-Based Media
Deadline: 30 June 2019 Nominations are now open for African Fact-checking Awards 2019 to honour journalism by Africa-based media in the growing field of fact-checking. They continue to grow. In 2018, they received over 150 entries from more than 20 countries, from Ethiopia and Nigeria to … [Read more...] about African Fact-checking Awards 2019 Honoring Journalism by Africa-Based Media
IJP announces German-Central Eastern European Bursary Programme
Deadline: 15 July 2019 The German non-profit organization International Journalists' Programmes (IJP) has announced its second special fellowship for journalists interested in reporting in the field of climate and energy. The bursary offers this opportunity for up to ten journalists from … [Read more...] about IJP announces German-Central Eastern European Bursary Programme
Call for Strengthening Investigative Journalism in the Sahel
Deadline: 7 June 2019 As part of the second phase of its program “Strengthening Investigative Journalism in the Sahel", the Norbert Zongo Cell for Investigative Journalism in West Africa (CENOZO) announces the opening of an appeal to journalistic investigation projects in Burkina Faso, in Mali … [Read more...] about Call for Strengthening Investigative Journalism in the Sahel
Reporting on Human Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery Program in Thailand
Deadline: 1 July 2019 Thomson Reuters Foundation is seeking applications for its Reporting on Human Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery Program. Thomson Reuters Foundation’s one-week Reporting on Human Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery in Bangkok is a unique chance for journalists in India to … [Read more...] about Reporting on Human Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery Program in Thailand
International Documentary Association (IDA) seeking Applications for Pare Lorentz Documentary Fund in United States
Deadline: 1 July 2019 The International Documentary Association (IDA) is seeking applications for the Pare Lorentz Documentary Fund. In 2019 their focus is economic inequality. The fund supports feature length documentary films that reflect the spirit and nature of Pare Lorentz's work, … [Read more...] about International Documentary Association (IDA) seeking Applications for Pare Lorentz Documentary Fund in United States
U.S. Mission to Cameroon inviting Organizations to implement Comic Series and Graphic Novel to Combat Violent Extremism
Deadline: 1 August 2019 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Yaounde, Cameroon has announced an open competition for an assistance award through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) pending funds availability. PAS Yaounde invites all eligible organizations to submit a … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Cameroon inviting Organizations to implement Comic Series and Graphic Novel to Combat Violent Extremism
Facebook Journalism Project (FJP) Community Network- United States
Deadline: 27 May 2019 Applications are now open for Facebook Journalism Project (FJP) Community Network to support and connect people and organizations that are building community through local news. The FJP Community Network will be offering grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 and … [Read more...] about Facebook Journalism Project (FJP) Community Network- United States
2019 U.N. Correspondents Association Awards for Best Media Coverage
Deadline: 15 September 2019 The United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) invites media worldwide to submit entries for its 24th annual UNCA Awards for the best print, broadcast (TV & Radio) and online, web-based media coverage of the United Nations, U.N. agencies and field … [Read more...] about 2019 U.N. Correspondents Association Awards for Best Media Coverage
