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USAID-Belgrade: Seeking Applications for “Media Initiatives and Partnerships Support” Program

Deadline: 30 October 2018 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a cooperative agreement from qualified entities to implement the Media Initiatives and Partnerships Activity. The objective of the MIPS activity is to increase the skills of Serbian … [Read more...] about USAID-Belgrade: Seeking Applications for “Media Initiatives and Partnerships Support” Program

Intrepid News Fund: Promoting Journalism focusing on Human Interest Stories

Deadline: 30 September 2018 The Intrepid News Fund launched its first funding cycle for 2018 to promote journalism focusing on underreported news and human interest stories from Latin America and the Caribbean. They accomplish this by funding travel, ground and research costs for independent … [Read more...] about Intrepid News Fund: Promoting Journalism focusing on Human Interest Stories

Cultural Survival Call for Proposals: 2018 Community Media Indigenous Youth Fellowship Project

Deadline: 1 October 2018 Cultural Survival has announced a call for proposals for the Community Media Indigenous Youth Fellowship Project that will support young Indigenous individuals in their efforts to build their capacity as radio broadcasters and journalists through specific trainings, … [Read more...] about Cultural Survival Call for Proposals: 2018 Community Media Indigenous Youth Fellowship Project

Submit Applications for “AI and the News: An Open Challenge”!

Deadline: 12 October 2018 Applications are open for "AI and the News: An Open Challenge" which is organized and funded by the Ethics and Governance of AI Initiative, a hybrid research effort and philanthropic fund that seeks to ensure that technologies of automation and machine learning are … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for “AI and the News: An Open Challenge”!

Apply for GNI YouTube Innovation Funding Program!

Deadline: 12 October 2018 Applications are open for GNI YouTube Innovation Funding Program to provide selected news organizations around the world with grants to support building stronger video capabilities and innovating with video formats. Best practices gained from this program will be shared … [Read more...] about Apply for GNI YouTube Innovation Funding Program!

Ministry of the Kingdom of the Netherlands: 2nd Call for Proposals for Accountability Fund

Deadline: 30 September 2018 Does your organization work to raise the voice of marginalized groups in Myanmar, and do you strive to build an inclusive future where everybody has access to the same rights and priorities? Then the Kingdom of the Netherlands is looking to support you! The Ministry of … [Read more...] about Ministry of the Kingdom of the Netherlands: 2nd Call for Proposals for Accountability Fund

Applications Open for 2018 Photography Incubator Programme!

Deadline: 26 September 2018 Market Photo Workshop, with support from the Department of Arts and Culture, is seeking applications for its 2018 Photography Incubator Programme for photography enterprises and photography content production. The Programme provides practical experience and exposure to … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 Photography Incubator Programme!

Canada Council for the Arts: Media Arts Equipment Acquisition Fund

Deadline: 7 November 2018 Canada Council for the Arts is seeking applications for its "Media Arts Equipment Acquisition Fund" of Strategic Funds to support Canadian professional media arts organizations to develop technical infrastructure that fosters conditions necessary for the vitality and … [Read more...] about Canada Council for the Arts: Media Arts Equipment Acquisition Fund

UNKT/AJK Call for Application: Journalism Poverty Prize 2018

Deadline: 5 October 2018 The UN Kosovo Team (UNKT) and the Association of Journalists of Kosovo (AJK) are seeking applications for the 13th edition of the Journalism Poverty Prize 2018 in Kosovo. The call for application for the Journalism Poverty Prize 2018 is open to all journalists who are … [Read more...] about UNKT/AJK Call for Application: Journalism Poverty Prize 2018

Thomson Reuters’ Photojournalism Grants: Inviting Young Journalists from around the World

Deadline: 15 November 2018 Thomson Reuters is inviting applications for its Photojournalism grants program to recruit and develop a diverse new generation of young photojournalists. Photojournalism grants will help young photojournalists tell original human stories from around the world. Following … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters’ Photojournalism Grants: Inviting Young Journalists from around the World

American Geosciences Institute: Photography Contest to Celebrate Earth Science Week 2018

Deadline: 19 October 2018 The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) is seeking applications for its photography contest to celebrate Earth Science Week 2018. The photography theme for this year is: "Inspired by Earth." Humans, individually and in groups, use the planet’s natural systems for … [Read more...] about American Geosciences Institute: Photography Contest to Celebrate Earth Science Week 2018

Entries Open for Human Rights Reporting Award Competition!

Deadline: 23 September 2018 The Balkan Investigative Reporting Network Kosovo, in cooperation with The Advocacy Center for Democratic Culture, ACDC, is inviting entries for a competition to win awards for the three best journalistic pieces on TV, in print or online media in Kosovo that highlight … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Human Rights Reporting Award Competition!

Call for Applications: Youth Exchange for Media Industry 2018

Deadline: 5 October 2018 The National Youth Commission in partnership with Japan International Cooperation Center and the Embassy of Japan in Manila are seeking applications for its program entitled "JENESYS2018 Youth Exchange for Media Industry" which will be held on 27 November to 4 December 2018 … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Youth Exchange for Media Industry 2018

The Czech Embassy in Tbilisi: Call for Proposals for Local Transition Projects 2019

Deadline: 1 October 2018 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Georgia has launched its annual call for proposals for the Local Transition Projects 2019. Local Small Scale Projects are an integral part of the Transition Promotion Program of the Czech Republic in Georgia and they are implemented … [Read more...] about The Czech Embassy in Tbilisi: Call for Proposals for Local Transition Projects 2019

Applications Open for Women In News MENA Program 2018/2019!

Deadline: 27 September 2018 Women in News (WIN) and the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) has announced the call for applications for the fourth year of the program in the Middle-East and North Africa. WAN-IFRA seeks high potential women journalists for Egypt, Jordan, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Women In News MENA Program 2018/2019!

EU-MedFilm4all Project: Accessing Films Tackling Social and Gender Issues in Southern Mediterranean Region

Deadline: 18 October 2018 The EU-funded MedFilm4all project has launched its second call for proposals to widen the audience and the access to films tackling sensitive issues, in particular gender. The specific objective is to increase the production, the diffusion and accessibility of audio-visual … [Read more...] about EU-MedFilm4all Project: Accessing Films Tackling Social and Gender Issues in Southern Mediterranean Region

Embassy of the Czech Republic in Mexico: Transformation Cooperation Program 2019

Deadline: 12 October 2018 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Mexico is inviting the relevant legal entities to present their projects within the "Transformation Cooperation Program 2019" provided by the Government of the Czech Republic through the Embassy of the Czech Republic in … [Read more...] about Embassy of the Czech Republic in Mexico: Transformation Cooperation Program 2019

Cultural Survival: Call for Proposals for Indigenous Community Radio Grants Project

Deadline: 18 October 2018 Cultural Survival has announced its third Call for Proposals for projects in Indigenous community radio. The Indigenous Community Media Grants Project is part of Cultural Survival’s Community Media Program, with a goal to empower Indigenous-owned and Indigenous-led … [Read more...] about Cultural Survival: Call for Proposals for Indigenous Community Radio Grants Project

Nominations Open for Her Network Woman of the Year Awards 2018!

Deadline: 19 October 2018 Nominations are open for the 2nd annual round of the Her Network Woman of the Year awards 2018 that is designed to publicly celebrate, showcase and honour women in diverse industries who are doing great work i.e positively affecting lives/changing the narrative through … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Her Network Woman of the Year Awards 2018!

Embassy of the Czech Republic in Bangkok: Local Transformation Projects (LTP) 2019 – Thailand and Laos

Deadline: 15 October 2018 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Bangkok has launched a call for proposals for the Local Transformation Projects (LTP) directly managed by the Embassy of the Czech Republic. Focus Areas In accordance with the Concept of the Czech Republic’s Human Rights and … [Read more...] about Embassy of the Czech Republic in Bangkok: Local Transformation Projects (LTP) 2019 – Thailand and Laos

Apply for LUIS VALTUEÑA International Humanitarian Photography Competition!

Deadline: 9 November 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for LUIS VALTUEÑA International Humanitarian Photography Competition which is conducted by Doctors of the World Spain (Médicos del Mundo Espana). Themes Photographs must narrate or tell a story related to these topics: humanitarian action, … [Read more...] about Apply for LUIS VALTUEÑA International Humanitarian Photography Competition!

Democracy and Media Foundation: General Call for Applications 2018 – 3

Deadline: 30 September 2018 Do you want to contribute to independent media and a strong, just democratic state? Do you have an initiative that stimulates independent and critical media or one that sustains or promotes a strong and just democratic state? Does your initiative match the pillars of … [Read more...] about Democracy and Media Foundation: General Call for Applications 2018 – 3

Visegrad+ Grants: Contributing to Democratization and Transformation Processes

Deadline: 1 October 2018 International Visegrad Fund is seeking applications for its Visegrad+ Grant program to support projects which contribute to the democratization and transformation processes in selected countries and regions, especially non-EU member states in the Western Balkans and the … [Read more...] about Visegrad+ Grants: Contributing to Democratization and Transformation Processes

Nominations Open for GAPMIL Global Media and Information Literacy Awards 2018!

Deadline extended till 7 October 2018 Together with UNESCO, GAPMIL (Global Alliance for Partnerships on Media and Information Literacy) is seeking nominations for the GAPMIL Global MIL Awards 2018 to recognize significant work and contributions in the field of Media and Information Literacy … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for GAPMIL Global Media and Information Literacy Awards 2018!

Open Society Foundations: Seeking Applications for Soros Justice Fellowships

Deadline: 22 October 2018 The Open Society Foundations is currently seeking applications for its Soros Justice Fellowships with an aim to reduce the destructive impact of current criminal justice policies on the lives of individuals, families, and communities in the United States by challenging the … [Read more...] about Open Society Foundations: Seeking Applications for Soros Justice Fellowships

Pacific Journalism Grant 2018: Supporting New Zealand Journalists

Deadline: 28 September 2018 The Ministry has launched a new contestable grant to support New Zealand journalists to research and publish stories on New Zealand's engagement and contribution to development in the Pacific. The Ministry is seeking to raise awareness of Pacific issues in New Zealand, … [Read more...] about Pacific Journalism Grant 2018: Supporting New Zealand Journalists

Mental Health Foundation: Seeking Applications for 2018 NZ Mental Health Media Grants

Deadline: 12 October 2018 The Mental Health Foundation (MHF) has announced the 2018 NZ Mental Health Media Grants are open for applications. Over the past decade the journalism recipients have produced some award-winning work. Most recently Mike Wesley-Smith from The Nation tackled the topic of … [Read more...] about Mental Health Foundation: Seeking Applications for 2018 NZ Mental Health Media Grants

Apply for ICFJ/CONNECTAS Fellowship Program!

Deadline: 9 September 2018 International Center for Journalism (ICFJ) has partnered with CONNECTAS, under the Investigative Reporting Initiative in the Americas (IRIA) project to invite experienced investigative journalists to apply for a new Fellowship opportunity: ICFJ/CONNECTAS … [Read more...] about Apply for ICFJ/CONNECTAS Fellowship Program!

Applications Open for Thomson Reuters Foundation’s Reporting on Illicit Finance in Africa!

Deadline: 9 September 2018 Thomson Reuters Foundation, in partnership with the Institute for the Advancement of Journalism, is currently inviting journalists based anywhere in Africa who are motivated to understand how their country could be losing money via illicit means. This is an opportunity … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Thomson Reuters Foundation’s Reporting on Illicit Finance in Africa!

Entries Open for Wellcome Photography Prize 2019!

Deadline: 17 December 2018 Entries are open for photographers and other image makers from all disciplines to enter the Wellcome Photography Prize which celebrates compelling imagery that captures stories of health, medicine and science. Sir Henry Wellcome was born on the American frontier in 1853. … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Wellcome Photography Prize 2019!

Dart Center: Call for Applications for Covering Children and the Syrian Refugee Crisis

Deadline: 1 October 2018 The Dart Center is currently accepting applications for a four-day journalism training workshop in Amman, Jordan, with a special focus on the Syrian refugee crisis and response. This workshop, to be held January 20-23, 2019 at the Columbia Global Center in Amman, is … [Read more...] about Dart Center: Call for Applications for Covering Children and the Syrian Refugee Crisis

U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa: Seeking Proposals for Supporting Ethiopian Media

Deadline: 18 September 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa has announced an open competition for non-governmental and non- profit organizations to submit applications for a project, that seeks to support independent media, entitled: Supporting Ethiopian Media. The goal of this project is to … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa: Seeking Proposals for Supporting Ethiopian Media

Magnum Foundation: Photography and Social Justice Fellowship

Deadline: 1 October 2018 Magnum Foundation is seeking applications for its Photography and Social Justice Fellowship that expands diversity and creativity in the field of documentary photography through capacity-building and critical explorations of photography and social change. Photography and … [Read more...] about Magnum Foundation: Photography and Social Justice Fellowship

Filmmakers Without Borders: Seeking Applications for Filmmaking Grants Programme

Deadline: 1 January 2019 Filmmakers Without Borders is seeking applications for its Filmmaking Grants which support independent filmmakers around the world via grants and other funding initiatives. Supported projects include narrative films, documentary films, and new media projects that align with … [Read more...] about Filmmakers Without Borders: Seeking Applications for Filmmaking Grants Programme

Nominations Open for YALI Leadership Award!

Deadline: 31 August 2018 The Mandela Washington Fellowship Alumni Association of Nigeria (MWFAAN) in partnership with IREX International has launched the inaugural YALI Leadership Award. The award aims to recognize, celebrate and encourage youths and individuals who are contributing immensely … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for YALI Leadership Award!

PhotogrVphy Grant: 2018 Edition Call for Entries

Deadline: 31 August 2018 Entries are now open for the 2018 Edition of PhotogrVphy Grant to support all photographers from every corner of the world. PhotogrVphy Grant awards $1000 annually to the applicant with the most inspirational photographic idea to support visual project of the artist. They … [Read more...] about PhotogrVphy Grant: 2018 Edition Call for Entries

Applications Open for ConDev’s Student Media Grants!

Deadline: 30 September 2018 Applications are now open for ConDev’s Student Media Grants to award up to $5,000 to current students interested in capturing conflict-related issues facing fragile and conflict-affected areas of the world through stunning photography. ConDev—part of Texas A&M … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ConDev’s Student Media Grants!

U.S. Mission to Myanmar: YSEALI Media Literacy Regional Workshop

Deadline: 13 September 2018 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Rangoon announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement to develop and implement a six-day workshop (inclusive of arrival and departure days) in Rangoon on Media Literacy for the Young Southeast Asian Leaders … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Myanmar: YSEALI Media Literacy Regional Workshop

Nieman Foundation: Seeking Applications for Knight Visiting Nieman Fellowships

Deadline: 28 September 2018 The Nieman Foundation is seeking applications for its Knight Visiting Nieman Fellowships Program. These Fellowships at Harvard offer short-term research opportunities to individuals interested in working on special projects designed to advance journalism. Candidates … [Read more...] about Nieman Foundation: Seeking Applications for Knight Visiting Nieman Fellowships

Apply for Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship Programme!

Deadline: 10 October 2018 The Chevening is seeking applications for its South Asia Journalism Fellowship Programme funded by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office that offers an opportunity to explore the range of approaches taken by the UK and the South Asian region, and then use that knowledge … [Read more...] about Apply for Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship Programme!

Submit Applications for KAICIID Nigeria Grants 2018!

Deadline: 19 August 2018 The International Dialogue Centre (KAICIID) is inviting applications for Nigeria Grants 2018 to sponsor small scale Nigerian-led short-term initiatives that focus on building bridges between diverse religious, ethnic, political and regional communities. Projects focusing … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for KAICIID Nigeria Grants 2018!

Nominations Open for Diraj Media Awards!

Deadline: 1 October 2018 The Disaster Risk Reduction Network of Africa Journalists (DIRAJ) in partnership with the United Nations office for Disaster Risk Reduction in Africa, Arab States and Geneva have announced the inaugural "Diraj Media Awards" to recognize and honour the work of journalists … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Diraj Media Awards!

UNFPA: Public Awareness Raising Activities by Media Institutions on GBV/DV in Mongolia

Deadline: 3 September 2018 The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), an international development agency, is seeking qualified Bids for the provision of Public awareness raising activities by Media Institutions on Gender‐based violence or domestic violence in Mongolia. UNFPA seeks proposals, … [Read more...] about UNFPA: Public Awareness Raising Activities by Media Institutions on GBV/DV in Mongolia

Applications Open for Global Health Journalism Fellowship!

Deadline: 12 August 2018 Applications are open for the "Global Health Journalism Fellowship" which is inviting outstanding young journalists to participate in the first ever international conference on Medicine Quality and Public Health at the University of Oxford, from 23-28 September. This … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Global Health Journalism Fellowship!

Stigler Center: Seeking Applications for Journalists in Residence Program

Deadline: 15 October 2018 The Stigler Center is seeking applications for its Journalists in Residence Program that provides a transformative learning experience for up-and-coming journalists from around the world, working in all forms of media. It aims to shape the next generation of leaders in … [Read more...] about Stigler Center: Seeking Applications for Journalists in Residence Program

European Union: Regional Training and Support Program to improve Quality and Professionalism in Journalism

Deadline: 2 October 2018 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals for "Regional Training and Support Program to improve Quality and Professionalism in Journalism" to contribute to the promotion of free and professional media in the Western Balkans and Turkey and to enhance quality … [Read more...] about European Union: Regional Training and Support Program to improve Quality and Professionalism in Journalism

Applications Open for Internet Freedom in Africa 2018!

Deadline: 21 September 2018 The Collaboration on International ICT Policy for East and Southern Africa (CIPESA) has announced the fifth edition of the Forum on "Internet Freedom in Africa 2018" (FIFAfrica18). The Forum is a landmark event that convenes various stakeholders from the internet … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Internet Freedom in Africa 2018!

MLDI: Seeking Applications for Digital Rights Advancement Grants

Deadline: 9 August 2018 The Media Legal Defence Initiative (MLDI) is seeking applications for its call "Digital Rights Advancement Grants" to improve local access to legal assistance for online media and bloggers in order to advance digital rights and standards in online freedom of … [Read more...] about MLDI: Seeking Applications for Digital Rights Advancement Grants

IWMF: African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative Fellowship-Central African Republic

Deadline: 21 August 2018 As part of IWMF's African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative is currently inviting female journalists that will be selected to travel to Bangui, the Central African Republic (CAR) from November 1 - 17, 2018. While there is not a specific theme for either trip, IWMF … [Read more...] about IWMF: African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative Fellowship-Central African Republic

IWMF’s African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative Fellowship – Cross-border: Rwanda & the Democratic Republic of Congo

Deadline: 21 August 2018 As part of the IWMF’s African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative, the IWMF is currently inviting female journalists to travel to Kigali, Rwanda and Goma, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), from November 1 - 17, 2018. While there is not a specific theme for either … [Read more...] about IWMF’s African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative Fellowship – Cross-border: Rwanda & the Democratic Republic of Congo

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