Deadline: 4 September 2017 The Thomson Reuters Foundation is currently seeking applications for its Uncovering Security Programme that will support journalists to collaborate with researchers to uncover emerging threats in specific communities, countries or regions worldwide, and produce stories … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation: Seeking Application for Uncovering Security Programme
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.
Applications Open for USAID’s GDL Center for Digital Development Program!
Deadline: 28 August 2017 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications from qualified U.S. and Non-U.S. organizations for its grant program entitled “GDL Center for Digital Development”. The objective of this award is to increase the use of and access … [Read more...] about Applications Open for USAID’s GDL Center for Digital Development Program!
NoVo Foundation: Seeking LOIs for Radical Hope Fund to support Strategies for Transformation!
Deadline: 4 October 2017 The NoVo Foundation is seeking Letters of Inquiry (LOIs) for its Radical Hope Fund to support efforts that are bold and imaginative, focused on building the required movements, with efforts that will springboard communities forward in this moment of both crisis and … [Read more...] about NoVo Foundation: Seeking LOIs for Radical Hope Fund to support Strategies for Transformation!
Nominations Open for 2017 Dr Erhard Busek-SEEMO Award for Better Understanding!
Deadline: 20 September 2017 The South East Europe Media Organisation (SEEMO) is seeking nominations for its "2017 Dr Erhard Busek-SEEMO Award for Better Understanding" in South, Eastern and Central Europe. Eligible to be nominated are journalists, editors, media executives, media experts, writers … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 Dr Erhard Busek-SEEMO Award for Better Understanding!
IWMF Call For Applications: Central African Republic (CAR) and Rwanda Reporting Fellowships
Deadline: 29 August 2017 The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is currently inviting applicants for its Central African Republic (CAR) And Rwanda Reporting Fellowships to strengthen the role of women journalists worldwide. Both trips will take place from November 5-18, 2017. All … [Read more...] about IWMF Call For Applications: Central African Republic (CAR) and Rwanda Reporting Fellowships
U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia: Building Space for Professional Journalism
Deadline: 25 August 2017 The U.S. Embassy is seeking an implementing partner to conduct a training project for Ethiopian journalists from all regional states under the theme “Building Space for Professional Journalism.” The goal is to provide journalists with skills to investigate … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia: Building Space for Professional Journalism
Applications Open for Resilience Journalism Fellowship Program!
Deadline: 31 August 2017 Applications are open for Resilience Journalism Fellowship Program that is focused on the science of climate change and resilience — defined as a system’s capacity to absorb disturbance and still retain its basic function and structure. Financial support for the Resilience … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Resilience Journalism Fellowship Program!
Call for Proposals: Protecting Media Freedom and Freedom of Expression in the Western Balkans
Deadline: 31 August 2017 Civil society organizations from Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), Kosovo, Montenegro and Serbia in partnership with journalists, their associations, networks, media organizations and journalists’ trade unions are currently inviting … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Protecting Media Freedom and Freedom of Expression in the Western Balkans
EU Call for Proposals: IPA Civil Society Facility and Media Programme 2016-2017 in Macedonia
Deadline: 24 October 2017 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals for a program entitled “National Resource Centre for Civil Society Organisations, IPA Civil Society Facility & Media Programme 2016-2017” to provide services to CSOs for their capacity building, trainings, … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: IPA Civil Society Facility and Media Programme 2016-2017 in Macedonia
Internews: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Fund for Rasana
Deadline: 15 August 2017 Internews is currently inviting Afghan media outlets in the provinces (other than Kabul province) to submit applications for the Small Grants Fund of the USAID supported Rasana program. Subgrants issued under the Small Grant Fund RFA will fund the production of content on … [Read more...] about Internews: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Fund for Rasana
Internews Request for Applications: Women in Media Grant Fund for RASANA
Deadline: 15 August 2017 Internews is currently inviting Afghan women-run or women-owned media entities to submit applications for the Women in Media Grants Fund of the USAID supported Rasana program. Subgrants issued under the Women and Media Grant Fund RFA will fund women-focused content and … [Read more...] about Internews Request for Applications: Women in Media Grant Fund for RASANA
Fund for Investigative Journalism: Diverse Journalists in Independent Investigative Reporting
Deadline: 1 November 2017 The Fund for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) and the Schuster Institute for Investigative Journalism at Brandeis University are seeking applications for a project designed to broaden opportunities for diverse journalists in independent investigative reporting. The … [Read more...] about Fund for Investigative Journalism: Diverse Journalists in Independent Investigative Reporting
Call for Participants: Creative Media Space Training Course in Slovakia
Deadline: 31 July 2017 Are you enthusiastic young media makers (student or recent graduate), working for non-governmental organisations focused on media, dealing with international projects and PR activities regarding media, or simply interested in media and would like to be involved in it? If yes, … [Read more...] about Call for Participants: Creative Media Space Training Course in Slovakia
ICFJ Call for Entries: Early Childhood Development Reporting Fellowship Program
Deadline: 6 August 2017 Interested in becoming an influencer and leader for children’s development in your country? If producing high quality reporting and solution-orientated stories about nutrition and early childhood development issues is one of your passions, then apply for Early Childhood … [Read more...] about ICFJ Call for Entries: Early Childhood Development Reporting Fellowship Program
Ethical Journalism Network: ILO Migration Journalism Fellowship Program
Deadline: 7 August 2017 The Ethical Journalism Network is seeking applications for its ILO Migration Journalism Fellowship Program that is a six-month fellowship program for journalists and media practitioners to support quality reporting on labor migration in the Middle East. The program is open … [Read more...] about Ethical Journalism Network: ILO Migration Journalism Fellowship Program
Thomson Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Young Journalist Award 2017
Deadline: 18 August 2017 Thomson Foundation, in partnership with the UK Foreign Press Association (FPA), is inviting young journalists from around the world for its Young Journalist Award 2017. The Young Journalist Award is Thomson Foundation’s annual journalism competition, dedicated to finding … [Read more...] about Thomson Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Young Journalist Award 2017
Naseej Prize: Surrounding Cultural and Religious Diversity in the Middle East
Deadline: 15 September 2017 Are you a journalist specialising in cultural and religious diversity in the Middle East? If so, then apply for Naseej competition! CFI and the SKeyes Center for Media and Cultural Freedom are launching a competition for awarding the best article or report on an issue … [Read more...] about Naseej Prize: Surrounding Cultural and Religious Diversity in the Middle East
Community Broadcasting Foundation: Seeking Applications for Development & Operations Grants in Australia
Deadline: 21 August 2017 The Community Broadcasting Foundation is seeking applications for its Development & Operations Grants with an aim to maintain, expand and/or strengthen the operations and broadcast capabilities of Australian community broadcasting stations through core support, … [Read more...] about Community Broadcasting Foundation: Seeking Applications for Development & Operations Grants in Australia
U.S. Embassy in Macedonia: Democracy Commission Grants Program for Macedonian Organizations
Deadline: 15 October 2017 Applications are open for U.S. Embassy Democracy Commission Grants Program to award grants to Macedonian non-profit and non-governmental organizations and independent media for projects that support the development of democratic institutions in the Republic of … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Macedonia: Democracy Commission Grants Program for Macedonian Organizations
Investigative Journalism Training Programme: Inviting Young North African and European Journalists
Deadline: 31 July 2017 Are you a critically thinking journalist? Would you like to work on a cross-border investigative story? Do you want to investigate and fight transnational corruption? Investigate the Mediterranean is looking for young North African and European journalists to be part of an … [Read more...] about Investigative Journalism Training Programme: Inviting Young North African and European Journalists
Asia New Zealand Foundation: Inviting Journalists for Travel and Discretionary Grants
Deadline: 2 October 2017 The Asia New Zealand Foundation is inviting journalists for its program entitled “Travel and Discretionary Grants” with an aim to offer New Zealand journalists the chance to travel to Asia to research and prepare stories. These grants support independent and self-managed … [Read more...] about Asia New Zealand Foundation: Inviting Journalists for Travel and Discretionary Grants
Reporters in the Field Programme: Promoting Research Projects by Media Professionals from all over Europe
Deadline: 27 August 2017 Are you a reporter who wants to dig deeper? Can you team up with others to explore a story from various perspectives? Do you feel that complex research doesn’t stop at borders? If yes, then apply for the grant “Reporters in the Field”. Applications are open for the program … [Read more...] about Reporters in the Field Programme: Promoting Research Projects by Media Professionals from all over Europe
ARTICLE 19: Seeking Applications for Workshop on Regulating “Hate Speech” in the Media
Deadline: 28 August 2017 ARTICLE 19 is currently seeking applications from representatives of audio-visual media regulatory bodies and press councils from across the European Union to participate in a two-day workshop on international legal standards on regulating hate speech in the media. ARTICLE … [Read more...] about ARTICLE 19: Seeking Applications for Workshop on Regulating “Hate Speech” in the Media
Patagonia’s Media Grants Program: Supporting Grassroots Groups
Deadline: 31 August 2017 Applications are open for Patagonia’s Media Grants Program to support grassroots groups that also use film as a form of activism. This program specifically funds environmental nonprofits that use media, mostly film, as a tool tightly linked to direct-action … [Read more...] about Patagonia’s Media Grants Program: Supporting Grassroots Groups
International Center for Journalist: Illuminating Today’s Japan for American Audiences Program
Deadline: 31 July 2017 International Center for Journalist (ICFJ) is seeking applications for its program entitled " Illuminating Today's Japan for American Audiences" that is funded by the Sasakawa Foundation. The program will help to make independent coverage of neglected issues possible. The … [Read more...] about International Center for Journalist: Illuminating Today’s Japan for American Audiences Program
Apply for TEF Entrepreneurship Forum 2017 Travel Fellowship Programme!
Deadline: 23 July 2017 Applications are open for TEF Entrepreneurship Forum 2017 Travel Fellowship Programme that provides financial support to journalists and photojournalists affiliated with African national or global media houses to attend the 2017 Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship … [Read more...] about Apply for TEF Entrepreneurship Forum 2017 Travel Fellowship Programme!
UNDP/RFPs: Provision of Media Services for Legal Awareness Campaigns
Deadline: 23 July 2017 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking proposals for its "Provision of Media Services for Legal Awareness Campaigns". The United Nation Development Programme (UNDP) Afghanistan and the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in … [Read more...] about UNDP/RFPs: Provision of Media Services for Legal Awareness Campaigns
Go Think Big’s Youth Project: A Chance to Win Up to £500 for Your Social Action Project!
Deadline: 6 August 2017 Go Think Big is looking to fund the biggest and best project ideas. If you have an interest in social action and entrepreneurialism, and would love some help getting an idea from paper to out in the big wide world, they want to hear from you. Apply today! Go Think Big is … [Read more...] about Go Think Big’s Youth Project: A Chance to Win Up to £500 for Your Social Action Project!
Applications Open for Knight Visiting Nieman Fellowships Program!
Deadline: 29 September 2017 The Nieman Foundation is accepting 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 in some new … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Knight Visiting Nieman Fellowships Program!
Eurasian Development Bank: Creative Competition “Eurasian Integration and Development – XXI Century”
Deadline: 30 September 2017 The Eurasian Development Bank is currently seeking applications for its third annual art competition for its media "Eurasian Integration and Development - XXI Century" with an aim to develop and strengthen cross-cultural and economic ties between the countries of the … [Read more...] about Eurasian Development Bank: Creative Competition “Eurasian Integration and Development – XXI Century”
Asian Media Awards: Recognising the Strength & Depth of the Media Industry
Deadline: 24 August 2017 Applications are open for "The Asian Media Awards" to recognise the strength and depth of the media industry. From journalists working in local newspapers and internet bloggers to TV presenters and PR experts, the Asian Media Awards is dedicated to highlighting their … [Read more...] about Asian Media Awards: Recognising the Strength & Depth of the Media Industry
EU Call for Proposals: Media Professionalism Programme for Montenegro
Deadline: 17 October 2017 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for its “Media Professionalism Programme Montenegro” to improve conditions for quality journalism including modern/innovative approaches to increase quality and credibility of … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Media Professionalism Programme for Montenegro
UNESCO Call for Proposals: International Programme for the Development of Communication (IPDC)
Deadline: 29 September 2017 The United Nations Organization for Education, Science and Culture (UNESCO) Regional Office for Eastern Africa has announced a call for proposals for its International Programme for the Development of Communication (IPDC). Priority Areas Supporting media … [Read more...] about UNESCO Call for Proposals: International Programme for the Development of Communication (IPDC)
Applications Open for CFJ-Audiens Next Journalism Prize!
Deadline: 17 July 2017 Applications are open for The CFJ-Audiens "Next Journalism Prize" which is awarded to an innovation that seeks to transform journalism. The Next Journalism Award seeks to reward such long-term innovation and risk taking. In its content, form and development, this project - … [Read more...] about Applications Open for CFJ-Audiens Next Journalism Prize!
Alfred Friendly Press Partners: Seeking Applications for General Fellowship
Deadline: 31 August 2017 Alfred Friendly Press Partners is currently seeking applications from Early-career professional journalists for its General Fellowship. The fellowship program begins with a three-week orientation and training seminar at the Missouri School of Journalism in Columbia, … [Read more...] about Alfred Friendly Press Partners: Seeking Applications for General Fellowship
Applications Open for Fund for Investigative Journalism Grant!
Deadline: 25 September 2017 The Fund for Investigative Journalism is seeking grant applications for investigative projects. The Fund for Investigative Journalism’s role in assisting journalists is limited to making grants. The Fund assumes no liability for the legal and/or safety risks … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Fund for Investigative Journalism Grant!
Submit Nominations for UNESCO-GAPMIL Awards 2017!
Deadline: 1 August 2017 Nominations are open for "The GAPMIL (Global Alliance for Partnership on Media and Information Literacy) Awards 2017". The GAPMIL Awards will recognize information/library, media and technology specialists, educators, artists, activists, researchers, policy makers, NGOs, … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for UNESCO-GAPMIL Awards 2017!
Connecting Continents: Working Grants for African-European Teams of Investigative Journalists
Deadline: 17 August 2017 Connecting Continents is accepting applications for its Working Grants that is a pilot project offering working grants for mixed teams of African and European journalists to investigate financial governance in Africa. This program is launched by Journalismfund.eu in … [Read more...] about Connecting Continents: Working Grants for African-European Teams of Investigative Journalists
Next Generation of Science Journalists Award 2017: Inviting Young Journalists Worldwide!
Deadline: 16 July 2017 The World Health Summit is currently inviting young professionals for its Next Generation of Science Journalists Award 2017 with an aim to support the recognition of emerging young medical science journalists and their contribution towards public understanding of … [Read more...] about Next Generation of Science Journalists Award 2017: Inviting Young Journalists Worldwide!
Nigeria Investigates Program: Identifying and Training Nigerian Journalists
Deadline: 20 July 2017 Applications are Open for Nigeria Investigates Program that is being organized by Tiger Eye Foundation, with support from the MacArthur foundation and in partnership with a number of Nigerian media organizations. Nigeria Investigates is a journalism project that identifies … [Read more...] about Nigeria Investigates Program: Identifying and Training Nigerian Journalists
Climate Tracker: A Chance to Win a Fully Funded Fellowship to COP 23 in Germany
Deadline: 30 September 2017 The Climate Tracker is inviting trackers from everywhere in the world for its fully funded fellowship to COP 23 in Bonn, Germany. Around the world, Renewable energy is driving bigger changes than we have seen in generations, and the pressure is on for countries to take … [Read more...] about Climate Tracker: A Chance to Win a Fully Funded Fellowship to COP 23 in Germany
Online News Association: Seeking Applications for MJ Bear Fellowship
Deadline: 20 July 2017 The Online News Association is seeking applications for its MJ Bear Fellowships that are designed to provide support and guidance to fellows on both their projects and their own professional development. Each year, ONA recognizes three fellows— two in the United States … [Read more...] about Online News Association: Seeking Applications for MJ Bear Fellowship
SouthMed WiA: Supporting Projects addressing Weaknesses and Issues related to Gender Equality
Deadline: 15 September 2017 SouthMed WiA is pleased to announced its 1st Call for Proposals that is a project funded by the European Union within the framework of the regional programme Med Film. The objective of this call is to support projects addressing weaknesses and issues related to gender … [Read more...] about SouthMed WiA: Supporting Projects addressing Weaknesses and Issues related to Gender Equality
Applications Open for Earth Journalism Network’s CCMP Journalism Fellowships!
Deadline: 21 July 2017 The Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP) led by Internews’ Earth Journalism Network (EJN) has announced fellowship opportunities for journalists to attend the 23rd Conference of the Parties (COP 23) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Bonn, Germany … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Earth Journalism Network’s CCMP Journalism Fellowships!
The Brazilian Fund: Inviting Proposals for Investigative Journalism and Human Rights
Deadline: 28 July 2017 The Brazilian Fund is inviting proposals, during the opening of the 12th International Congress of Investigative Journalism of Abraji, the edict "Investigative Journalism and Human Rights" with an objective to support civil society organizations and / or individuals focusing … [Read more...] about The Brazilian Fund: Inviting Proposals for Investigative Journalism and Human Rights
Equitable Bank: Seeking Nominations for Emerging Digital Artists Award
Deadline: 10 July 2017 The Equitable Bank is seeking nominations for its "Emerging Digital Artists Award" that is Canada’s first digital art award designed to foster experimentation in the work of emerging artists and create opportunities for those working in digital media. Prize Information The … [Read more...] about Equitable Bank: Seeking Nominations for Emerging Digital Artists Award
China Residencies Open Call: Inviting Applicants for 4th Crystal Ruth Bell Residency Program
Deadline: 17 July 2017 China Residencies and Red Gate are inviting applicants to apply for its fourth edition of the Crystal Ruth Bell Residency program in Beijing for the months of November and December 2017. This is a wide open call, with no restrictions based on age, medium, educational … [Read more...] about China Residencies Open Call: Inviting Applicants for 4th Crystal Ruth Bell Residency Program
U.S. Embassy in Montenegro: Media Professionalization Assistance Program
Deadline: 4 August 2017 The United States Embassy in Montenegro, acting through the Public Affairs Office, has announced an open competition for Media Professionalization Assistance Program to support specific projects and initiatives that facilitate the development of media freedom and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Montenegro: Media Professionalization Assistance Program
Apply for ProPublica’s Emerging Reporters Program!
Deadline: 7 July 2017 Are You an Aspiring College Journalist of Color? Apply to ProPublica's Emerging Reporters Program. ProPublica has a vested interest in developing more minority journalists, with its mission to shine a light on abuses of power, producing stories of moral force that provoke … [Read more...] about Apply for ProPublica’s Emerging Reporters Program!
Applications Open for YaLa Academy’s Aileen Getty School of Citizen Journalism!
Deadline: 5 July 2017 The YaLa Academy's Aileen Getty School of Citizen Journalism, in partnership with the European Union Peacebuilding Initiative, is currently inviting applicants to undergo a 4-month online training program (starting late August 2017) featuring journalists and new media experts … [Read more...] about Applications Open for YaLa Academy’s Aileen Getty School of Citizen Journalism!
