Deadline: 9 March 2017 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for its six-year program "Afghanistan Workforce Development Program (AWDP)" implemented by Creative, to increase mid-career employment opportunities for Afghan men and women by improving … [Read more...] about USIAD/CREATIVE Request for Proposals: Inviting Applicants for Afghanistan Workforce Development Program under Media & Communication Sector
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.
Australia-Indonesia Institute (AII) 2017 Grant: Providing Seed Funding for Innovative Programs
Deadline: 19 April 2017 The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is seeking applications for its Australia-Indonesia Institute (AII) 2017 grant to contribute to a more broadly based and enduring relationship between Australia and Indonesia and to project positive images of Australia and … [Read more...] about Australia-Indonesia Institute (AII) 2017 Grant: Providing Seed Funding for Innovative Programs
Applications Open for YES FOUNDATION Media for Social Change Fellowship Program!
Deadline: 28 February 2017 YES FOUNDATION is seeking applications for its Media for Social Change Fellowship. It is an intensive, high impact 2-month program to develop socially conscious youth leadership in association with ISDI-WPP School of Communication and supported by YES BANK. As part of … [Read more...] about Applications Open for YES FOUNDATION Media for Social Change Fellowship Program!
ICFJ Call for Scholarships: Inviting Journalists Residing in Latin America
Deadline: 5 March 2017 The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) in partnership with Connectas is inviting journalists for the first round of Production Journalism Awards 2017 with an aim of fostering and strengthening independent and quality journalism in the region. On this occasion the … [Read more...] about ICFJ Call for Scholarships: Inviting Journalists Residing in Latin America
Nominations Open for 2017 Kurt Schork Awards in International Journalism!
Deadline: 31 May 2017 The Kurt Schork Memorial Fund (KSMF) is now accepting submissions for its 2017 awards in international journalism. Since its inception in 2002, the Kurt Schork Memorial Fund has sought to support those journalists Kurt most admired, the freelancers and local reporters … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 Kurt Schork Awards in International Journalism!
Data Journalism Training Program: Inviting Media Organizations in ASEAN Countries
Deadline: 8 March 2017 Do you have an idea for a great data journalism project that could impact on local communities or tackle topics related to people’s rights and freedom in ASEAN countries? Are you a media organization eager to learn about data journalism, visualizations and how to … [Read more...] about Data Journalism Training Program: Inviting Media Organizations in ASEAN Countries
Kalliopeia Foundation Grant Program: Seeking Applications from US-based Organizations
Deadline: 30 June 2017 The Kalliopeia Foundation is seeking Letter of inquiry for its Grant program to create a future where universal spiritual values form the foundation of how they care for their common home. To accomplish this mission, Kalliopeia provides financial resources to US-based … [Read more...] about Kalliopeia Foundation Grant Program: Seeking Applications from US-based Organizations
Apply for The Lorenzo Natali Media Prize! Recognising Journalists for Outstanding Reporting on Development and Poverty Eradication
Deadline: 10 March 2017 Applications are open for “The Lorenzo Natali Media Prize”, organised by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for International Cooperation and Development, that is awarded to amateur and professional journalists for outstanding reporting on development and poverty … [Read more...] about Apply for The Lorenzo Natali Media Prize! Recognising Journalists for Outstanding Reporting on Development and Poverty Eradication
European Commission Call for Proposals: Support to International Co-production Funds under Creative Europe Programme
Deadline: 28 February 2017 The European Commission is currently seeking proposals for the implementation of a programme of support for the European cultural and creative sector (CREATIVE EUROPE). The European Commission is responsible for the implementation of the Creative Europe Programme and for … [Read more...] about European Commission Call for Proposals: Support to International Co-production Funds under Creative Europe Programme
Apply for UNDP’s Capacity Building for Media Practitioners Program!
Deadline: 16 February 2017 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking proposals from eligible entities for a program entitled "Capacity Building for Media Practitioners" with an aim to engage a firm to develop and conduct a capacity building seminar for regional media … [Read more...] about Apply for UNDP’s Capacity Building for Media Practitioners Program!
Applications Open for Disability Rights Storytellers Fellowship!
Deadline: 15 March 2017 The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) in partnership with Rooted in Rights is seeking applications for "Disability Rights Storytellers Fellowship" that provides the opportunity for an individual with a disability to learn and apply skills in digital … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Disability Rights Storytellers Fellowship!
Counterpart International: Afghan Civic Engagement Program- Provision of Legal Services in Afghanistan
Deadline: 16 February 2017 Counterpart International, funded by USAID is seeking proposals for “Afghan Civic Education Program (ACEP) - Provision of Legal Services”. The goal of ACEP is to promote civil society and media engagement that enables Afghan citizen to influence policy, monitor … [Read more...] about Counterpart International: Afghan Civic Engagement Program- Provision of Legal Services in Afghanistan
Applications Open for EJN fellowships to the International Congress for Conservation Biology in Developing Countries!
Deadline: 24 February 2017 The Earth Journalism Network, with support from the Arcadia Foundation is inviting working journalists for its fellowship program "International Congress for Conservation Biology (ICCB)". The workshop will provide participants with an overview of biodiversity issues and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for EJN fellowships to the International Congress for Conservation Biology in Developing Countries!
Applications Open for The Knight-Risser Prize for Western Environmental Journalism!
Deadline: 15 March 2017 Applications are now open for "The Knight-Risser Prize for Western Environmental Journalism", sponsored by the John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships and The Bill Lane Center for the American West, Stanford University. By recognizing the highest-quality environmental … [Read more...] about Applications Open for The Knight-Risser Prize for Western Environmental Journalism!
Internews/USAID Small Grants: Promoting Freedom of Expression and Strengthening Independent Media in Ukraine
Deadline: 6 February 2017 Ukrainian media projects (Media), performed by an international NGO Internews supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking proposals for its small grants competition "Promoting Freedom of Expression and Strengthening Independent Media in … [Read more...] about Internews/USAID Small Grants: Promoting Freedom of Expression and Strengthening Independent Media in Ukraine
UNDP/Nepal: Inviting Journalists for 2017 Development Reporting Fellowship
Deadline: 28 February 2017 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Nepal is seeking applications for its 2017 Development Reporting Fellowship from journalists writing on or are interested to write on emerging development issues in Nepal’s context. The fellowship aims to promote in-depth … [Read more...] about UNDP/Nepal: Inviting Journalists for 2017 Development Reporting Fellowship
U.S. Mission to Georgia: Inviting U.S. Organizations for Media Educational Exchanges Program
Deadline: 26 March 2017 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi is pleased to announce an open competition for a Media Educational Program (MEP). U.S. media and non-profit/non-governmental organizations may submit proposals to manage a year-long project to support the … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Georgia: Inviting U.S. Organizations for Media Educational Exchanges Program
Howard G. Buffet Fund: Inviting Women Journalists across the Globe
Deadline: 7 March 2017 The International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) is currently seeking applications from women journalists for its program entitled "Howard G. Buffet Fund" to support projects including educational opportunities, investigative reporting and media development initiatives. The … [Read more...] about Howard G. Buffet Fund: Inviting Women Journalists across the Globe
Ida B. Wells Fellowship: Promoting Diversity in Journalism in the United States
Deadline: 1 March 2017 The Investigative Fund is seeking applications for its "The Ida B. Wells Fellowship" to promote diversity in journalism by helping to create a pipeline of investigative reporters of color who bring diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to their work. The fellowship … [Read more...] about Ida B. Wells Fellowship: Promoting Diversity in Journalism in the United States
Applications Open for 2017 Southern African Development Community (SADC) Media Awards!
Deadline: 28 February 2017 The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is seeking applications for its "2017 SADC Media Awards". The SADC vision is one of a common future, within a regional community that will ensure economic well-being, improvement of the standard of living and quality of … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2017 Southern African Development Community (SADC) Media Awards!
EJN’s Pacific Islands Climate Change Story Grants: Vulnerability to Climate Change in the Pacific
Deadline: 17 February 2017 The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is seeking applications for its program entitled "Pacific Islands Climate Change Story Grants" to support the production of in-depth, previously untold climate change stories in the Pacific Islands. Pacific Island countries are among … [Read more...] about EJN’s Pacific Islands Climate Change Story Grants: Vulnerability to Climate Change in the Pacific
Nominations Open for 2017 Women in News Editorial Leadership Awards!
Deadline: 1 March 2017 WAN-IFRA in partnership with Sida is pleased to announce the launch of nominations for the Women in News Editorial Leadership Award that aims to recognise an exemplary contribution of an Editor to her newsroom and under her leadership, the contribution of her newspaper to … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 Women in News Editorial Leadership Awards!
ICFJ Call for Entries: Early Childhood Development Reporting Fellowship
Deadline: 13 March 2017 The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ), in partnership with the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), is seeking applications for its "Early Childhood Development Reporting Fellowship". The goal of the fellowships is to improve news coverage of child health … [Read more...] about ICFJ Call for Entries: Early Childhood Development Reporting Fellowship
Nominations Open for 2017 AAJA Lifetime Achievement Award to Individual’s Demonstrated Courage and Commitment!
Deadline: 17 March 2017 Nominations are open for Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) 2017 AAJA Lifetime award to individuals who has demonstrated courage and commitment to the principles of journalism over the course of a life’s work, as well as dedication to issues important to the … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 AAJA Lifetime Achievement Award to Individual’s Demonstrated Courage and Commitment!
EJC’s Global Health Journalism Grant Programme: Supporting Projects to Improve Reporting on Healthcare
Deadline: 29 March 2017 The European Journalism Centre (EJC) is seeking applicants for its Global Health Journalism Grant Programme for Germany to support projects that are aimed at improving the reporting on health care in developing countries and the German contribution to this topic. Each … [Read more...] about EJC’s Global Health Journalism Grant Programme: Supporting Projects to Improve Reporting on Healthcare
IWMF Call for Applications: Reporting Fellowships To The Democratic Republic Of The Congo
Deadline: 21 February 2017 International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is inviting women journalists from all over the world for its Reporting Fellowships to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The programme will take place in May 2017. Both groups of reporting Fellows will begin their trip in … [Read more...] about IWMF Call for Applications: Reporting Fellowships To The Democratic Republic Of The Congo
2017 Call for Applications: Perspektivy’s Cross-Border Journalism Programme
Deadline: 12 February 2017 The Perspektivy is seeking applications for its programme "Cross-Border Journalism Programme" with an aim to connect journalists in ‘cross-border’ collaboration. Cross-Border journalism programme is an opportunity for journalists and bloggers in the early and mid stages … [Read more...] about 2017 Call for Applications: Perspektivy’s Cross-Border Journalism Programme
ACME Fellowship Programme for Journalists: Covering Land and Property Rights in Uganda
Deadline: 27 January 2017 The African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME) is currently seeking applications from Ugandan journalists for a fellowship programme Covering Land. This four month, two-part fellowship is designed to equip journalists with skills to produce in depth investigative … [Read more...] about ACME Fellowship Programme for Journalists: Covering Land and Property Rights in Uganda
Fund for Investigative Journalism: Seeking Grant Applications for Investigative Projects
Deadline: 6 February 2017 The Fund for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) is seeking grant applications for Investigative Projects. FIJ makes grants to independent and freelance investigative reporters to produce stories that break new ground and expose wrongdoing. The Fund for Investigative … [Read more...] about Fund for Investigative Journalism: Seeking Grant Applications for Investigative Projects
Applications Open for ACME Journalism Fellowship on Parliament, Legislative Affairs and Government Oversight in Uganda
Deadline: 3 February 2017 The African Centre for Media Excellence is pleased to invite applications for its sixth fellowship programme. The first workshop of the fellowship will be held on 20-23 February, 2017. This fellowship, on parliament, legislative affairs and government oversight, is … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ACME Journalism Fellowship on Parliament, Legislative Affairs and Government Oversight in Uganda
U.S. Mission to Moldova: English for Media Literacy MOOC
Deadline: 12 February 2017 The U.S. Department of State, Embassy of the United States of America in Chisinau, Moldova, is currently seeking applications for its English for Media Literacy MOOC program. The Media Literacy Massive Online Open Course (MOOC) is a high-profile public diplomacy … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Moldova: English for Media Literacy MOOC
Nominations Open for 2017 Free Media Awards! Supporting Independent Role of Journalists and Media Outlets
Deadline: 17 February 2017 The Fritt Ord Foundation and the ZEIT-Stiftung Ebelin und Gerd Bucerius hereby invite nominations of journalists, bloggers, internet media and newspapers for the “2017 Free Media Awards”. The Free Media Awards are awarded to journalists and media outlets from … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 Free Media Awards! Supporting Independent Role of Journalists and Media Outlets
Earth Journalism Network: Seeking Applications for 2017 Biodiversity Story Grants Round 2
Deadline: 17 February 2017 The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is seeking applications for its second round "2017 Biodiversity Story Grants" to support the production of in-depth stories that highlight previously untold threats to global biodiversity or explore new conservation-based solutions. … [Read more...] about Earth Journalism Network: Seeking Applications for 2017 Biodiversity Story Grants Round 2
Apply for Future News Worldwide 2017 Program!
Deadline: 28 February 2017 The British Council is seeking applications for its journalism competition "Future News Worldwide" with an aim to assist young people to develop a wide range of journalism skills and to establish the UK as a global leader in the nurturing of young journalists and media … [Read more...] about Apply for Future News Worldwide 2017 Program!
Food Sustainability Media Award: Inviting Professional Journalists and Emerging Talent Worldwide
Deadline: 31 May 2017 The Barilla Center for Food & Nutrition (BCFN) in collaboration with the Thomson Reuters Foundation is seeking applicants for its Food Sustainability Media Award with an aim to recognise the work of professional journalists and emerging talent from all over the world for … [Read more...] about Food Sustainability Media Award: Inviting Professional Journalists and Emerging Talent Worldwide
Knight Science Journalism Fellowship: Inviting Journalists from around the World
Deadline: 28 February 2017 Applications are open for Knight Science Journalism Fellowship Program at MIT to support a global community of dedicated and thoughtful journalists specializing in science, health, technology and environmental reporting. KSJ@MIT is designed to recognize journalists who … [Read more...] about Knight Science Journalism Fellowship: Inviting Journalists from around the World
Pulitzer Center’s Persephone Miel Fellowship: Inviting Journalists from the Developing World
Deadline: 1 March 2017 The Pulitzer Center in collaboration with Internews is seeking applications for its “Persephone Miel Fellowship " to help journalists from the developing world do the kind of reporting they've always wanted to do and enable them to bring their work to a broader international … [Read more...] about Pulitzer Center’s Persephone Miel Fellowship: Inviting Journalists from the Developing World
Applications Open for Catchlight Fellowship: Inviting Professionals from around the World
Deadline: 31 January 2017 The Catchlight Fellowship program is open for applications and invites creative genius, a photographer who works at the highest caliber of artistry, approaches visual and social storytelling with clarity, integrity and purpose, and understands the inherent value of … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Catchlight Fellowship: Inviting Professionals from around the World
Applications Open for NIHCM Foundation Television and Radio Journalism Award for United States!
Deadline: 15 February 2017 The NIHCM Foundation Health Care is seeking applications for its Television and Radio Journalism Award that recognize excellence in television and radio reporting on health care issues and policy. The National Institute for Health Care Management (NIHCM) Foundation … [Read more...] about Applications Open for NIHCM Foundation Television and Radio Journalism Award for United States!
Applications Open for Nieman-Berkman Klein Fellowship in Journalism Innovation for Journalists in United States!
Deadline: 31 January 2017 The Nieman-Berkman Klein Fellowship in Journalism Innovation is currently open for applications and invites media professionals to work on a specific course of research or a specific project relating to journalism innovation. A Nieman Fellowship is an extraordinary, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Nieman-Berkman Klein Fellowship in Journalism Innovation for Journalists in United States!
NIHCM Foundation Print Journalism Awards: Recognizing Excellence in Health Care Reporting and Writing in United States
Deadline: 15 February 2017 The NIHCM Foundation Health Care is seeking applications for its Print Journalism Awards that recognize excellence in health care reporting and writing on the financing and delivery of health care and the impact of health care policy. The National Institute for … [Read more...] about NIHCM Foundation Print Journalism Awards: Recognizing Excellence in Health Care Reporting and Writing in United States
Journalismfund.eu: Seeking Applications for European Cross-Border Research Grant
Deadline: 1 February 2017 The Journalismfund.eu is seeking applications for its "European Cross-Border Research Grant" with an aim to promote quality journalism in Europe by giving journalists the chance to carry out journalistic research projects. Journalismfund.eu supports teams of journalists … [Read more...] about Journalismfund.eu: Seeking Applications for European Cross-Border Research Grant
Apply for Magnum Foundation’s Photography and Social Justice Fellowship: Supporting Journalist in Advancing Human Rights
Deadline: 24 January 2017 Magnum Foundation’s Photography and Social Justice Program is currently open for applications to support and train early career and emerging photographers, artists, journalists, scholars, and activists who are passionate about challenging injustice, pursuing social … [Read more...] about Apply for Magnum Foundation’s Photography and Social Justice Fellowship: Supporting Journalist in Advancing Human Rights
Call for Proposals: Democracy and Media Foundation Grant Program
Deadline: 12 February 2017 Do you have an initiative that stimulates independent and critical media, or one that sustains or promotes a strong, and just democratic state? If yes, then you are welcome to submit a project proposal for Democracy and Media Foundation’s grants. The Democracy and Media … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Democracy and Media Foundation Grant Program
Call for Applications: World Press Photo Foundation Masterclass West Africa
Deadline: 15 January 2017 The World Press Photo Foundation invites applications from documentary photographers in West Africa for the World Press Photo Masterclass West Africa. The Masterclass West Africa will take place in Accra, Ghana, from 8 to 12 March 2017, and will support the most promising … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: World Press Photo Foundation Masterclass West Africa
Data Journalism Awards 2017: Inviting Data Journalism Teams from around the World
Deadline: 7 April 2017 Applications are open for Data Journalism Awards 2017. The Data Journalism Awards are the first international awards recognising outstanding work in the field of data journalism worldwide. This year the prizes are worth $1,801 (US) each (compared to $1000 (US) last year) and … [Read more...] about Data Journalism Awards 2017: Inviting Data Journalism Teams from around the World
Applications Open for Milena Jesenská Fellowships 2017 for Journalists in European Countries!
Deadline: 6 February 2017 The Institute for Human Sciences (IWM) is seeking applications for its program entitled "Milena Jesenská Fellowships for Journalists", which offers European journalists time off from their professional duties in order to pursue in-depth research on a topic of their … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Milena Jesenská Fellowships 2017 for Journalists in European Countries!
Applications Open for Matthew Power Literary Reporting Award 2017
Deadline: 21 February 2017 The Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute of New York University's Faculty of Arts and Science (“the Institute”) is pleased to announce The Matthew Power Literary Reporting Award to provide the means for promising early-career, creative nonfiction writers to report on an … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Matthew Power Literary Reporting Award 2017
International Journalists’ Programmes: Seeking Applications for German-American Fellowship
Deadline: 31 January 2017- for German applicants 30 March 2017 - for US applicants International Journalists’ Programmes (IJP) is seeking applications for its German-American Fellowship. The program is named for Arthur F. Burns, former US-Ambassador to Germany and Federal Reserve Board … [Read more...] about International Journalists’ Programmes: Seeking Applications for German-American Fellowship
Applications Open for 2017 World Journalist Fellowship to Support International Journalists!
Deadline: 4 January 2017 Applications are open for 2017 World Journalist Fellowship to provide support to international journalists who enroll in one of graduate programs in journalism at the NYU’s Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute. The Fellowship provides an opportunity for internationally … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2017 World Journalist Fellowship to Support International Journalists!
