Latest Grants and Resources for Media and Development

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The International Visegrad Fund: Inviting NGOs/CSOs for Visegrad Grants Program Worldwide

Deadline: 1 October 2017 The International Visegrad Fund is currently inviting eligible organizations from the Visegrad countries (V4) and worldwide for its “Visegrad Grants” program to foster regional cooperation between the V4 countries and projects advancing innovativeness and sustainability … [Read more...] about The International Visegrad Fund: Inviting NGOs/CSOs for Visegrad Grants Program Worldwide

Apply for AGI’s Photography Contest to Celebrate Earth Science Week 2017!

Deadline: 13 October 2017 The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) is seeking applications for its photography contest to celebrate Earth Science Week 2017. The photography theme for this year is: "Earth and Human Activity Here." Humans, individually and in groups, interact with the planet’s … [Read more...] about Apply for AGI’s Photography Contest to Celebrate Earth Science Week 2017!

Applications Open for Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship Programme!

Deadline: 27 September 2017 The Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship Programme funded by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office offers an opportunity to explore the range of approaches taken by the UK and the South Asian region, and then use that knowledge to direct discussions that tackle … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship Programme!

Application Open for Japan Media Arts Festival!

Deadline: 5 October 2017 Applications are open for Japan Media Arts Festival that is a comprehensive festival of Media Arts (Japanese: Media Geijutsu) that honors outstanding works from a diverse range of media - from animation and comics to media art and games. The festival gives awards in each … [Read more...] about Application Open for Japan Media Arts Festival!

Mother Jones: Seeking Applications for Ben Bagdikian Fellowship Program

Deadline: 1 October 2017 The Mother Jones is seeking applications for its Ben Bagdikian Fellowship Program that will offer a crash course in investigative journalism. It also supports emerging journalists and media professionals, allowing them to make invaluable contributions to a high-flying … [Read more...] about Mother Jones: Seeking Applications for Ben Bagdikian Fellowship Program

Submit Nominations for GAPMIL Awards 2017!

Deadline: 11 September 2017 Nominations are open for "Global Alliance for Partnership on Media and Information Literacy (GAPMIL) Awards 2017" that will recognize information/library, media and technology specialists, educators, artists, activists, researchers, policy makers, NGOs, associations and … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for GAPMIL Awards 2017!

Call for Applications: LUIS VALTUEÑA International Humanitarian Photography Competition

Deadline: 10 November 2017 Applications are open for LUIS VALTUEÑA International Humanitarian Photography Competition that is conducted by Doctors of the World–Médicos del Mundo (MdM-Spain). Themes Photographs must be related to any of the following themes: humanitarian action, international … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: LUIS VALTUEÑA International Humanitarian Photography Competition

Nominations Open for 2017 EU Prize for Journalism in Georgia!

Deadline: 1 November 2017 The European Union has launched its 2017 Prize for Journalism in Georgia that encourages professionalism and ethical conduct in Georgian journalism, by awarding yearly the best work in print, broadcast, online, and photo journalism. The European Union Monitoring … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 EU Prize for Journalism in Georgia!

Luce/ACLS Program in Religion, Journalism & International Affairs: Providing Fellowships to Scholars!

Deadline: 25 October 2017 American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is inviting applications for its fellowship programs that are offered by the Luce/ACLS Program in Religion, Journalism & International Affairs. The program is a two-part initiative designed to foster new connections between … [Read more...] about Luce/ACLS Program in Religion, Journalism & International Affairs: Providing Fellowships to Scholars!

OSCE Call for Applications: Exchange Opportunity for Young Journalists in Cyprus

Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Office of the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media is currently inviting young Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot journalists, interested in experiencing and sharing stories of bi-communal life, to a week-long exchange project. The exchange project takes place … [Read more...] about OSCE Call for Applications: Exchange Opportunity for Young Journalists in Cyprus

Apply for Under 30 Impact Challenge: A Chance to win up to $500,000!

Deadline: 6 September 2017 Applications are open for the Under 30 Impact Challenge, a $500,000 competition for entrepreneurs who are building successful for-profit enterprises that drive positive social and environmental impact. The Rise Fund is partnering with Forbes and Echoing Green to host the … [Read more...] about Apply for Under 30 Impact Challenge: A Chance to win up to $500,000!

Gender and Media Connect (GMC): Seeking Entries for Media Awards

Deadline: 31 October 2017 Gender and Media Connect (GMC) is seeking entries for its Media Awards to recognize efforts by print and electronic media in promoting gender sensitivity in and through the media. The awards will look at: Gender Sensitive Content Breadth and depth of … [Read more...] about Gender and Media Connect (GMC): Seeking Entries for Media Awards

Media Foundation for West Africa: Seeking Entries for West Africa Media Excellence Awards

Deadline: 17 September 2017 Are you a journalist in West Africa who has produced compelling work(s) that has had significant impact on society? If yes, the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) invites you to submit your work(s) for consideration for the first ever West Africa Media Excellence … [Read more...] about Media Foundation for West Africa: Seeking Entries for West Africa Media Excellence Awards

Applications Open for 7th Edition of Norbert Zongo Investigative Journalism Award!

Deadline: 30 August 2017 The Norbert Zongo Investigative Prize is an award of excellence to reward the best works of investigative journalism. The Prize is opened to all the professional journalists of Africa regularly employed in press or collaborating with African press. Works must be published … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 7th Edition of Norbert Zongo Investigative Journalism Award!

Internews Representative Office’s Small Grant Program: Supporting Investigative Journalism in Kazakhstan

Deadline: 31 August 2017 The Internews representative office in Kazakhstan has announced a competition to provide small grants for conducting journalistic investigations. The purpose of the issue is to support investigative journalism in Kazakhstan. Topics Right; Society Against … [Read more...] about Internews Representative Office’s Small Grant Program: Supporting Investigative Journalism in Kazakhstan

Internews in Kazakhstan: Small Grants for Conducting Journalistic Investigations

Deadline: 31 August 2017 Internews is seeking applications for its small grants program from Kazakhstani media involved in investigation. Internews will support the production of multimedia materials on investigative topics. The purpose of the issue is to support investigative journalism in … [Read more...] about Internews in Kazakhstan: Small Grants for Conducting Journalistic Investigations

Health Systems Global: Seeking Applications for Media Fellowships Programme

Deadline: 30 September 2017 Health Systems Global (HSG) has launched a call for its first Media Fellowships Programme offering six fellowships to journalists undertaking cutting edge news and reporting on health systems and health policy topics across the world. This is an opportunity for … [Read more...] about Health Systems Global: Seeking Applications for Media Fellowships Programme

Journalism Diversity Fund: Building Successful Careers in Journalism

Deadline: 15 November 2017 The Journalism Diversity Fund is looking for people from diverse backgrounds who need help funding their journalism training. Bursaries are on offer for those with the potential to succeed in one of the most exciting and rewarding careers around. The fund is aimed at … [Read more...] about Journalism Diversity Fund: Building Successful Careers in Journalism

U.S. Mission to Albania: Two-way Journalism Exchange Program

Deadline: 11 September 2017 The Public Affairs Office of the US Embassy in Tirana, Albania is seeking applications for its "Investigative Journalism Exchange Program" that would: provide training for 6 to 8 Albanian journalism students and early career journalists at a U.S. journalism school … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Albania: Two-way Journalism Exchange Program

U.S. Mission to Albania: Inviting NGOs for ‘Study of Media Professionals’ Program

Deadline: 11 September 2017 The Public Affairs Office of the US Embassy in Tirana, Albania, is seeking applications for its program entitled "Study of Media Professionals". The proposals seek for a research study of Albanian Media Professionals that will conduct a survey of approximately 1,000 … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Albania: Inviting NGOs for ‘Study of Media Professionals’ Program

Fledgling Fund: Seeking Proposals on Climate Change & Health

Deadline: 11 September 2017 Fledgling as the part of Special Fund for Rapid Story Deployment, are seeking proposals for short-form, nonfiction, visual stories that focus on the link between climate change and health. Climate change is an urgent issue with far-reaching impacts. And, while public … [Read more...] about Fledgling Fund: Seeking Proposals on Climate Change & Health

Apply for ConDev’s Student Media Grants: A Chance to Win up to $5,000!

Deadline: 30 September 2017 The Center on Conflict and Development (ConDev, condev.org) is inviting applicants for its Student Media Grant, a photojournalism grant funded by the Howard G. Buffett Foundation Chair on Conflict and Development. ConDev—part of Texas A&M University’s Department of … [Read more...] about Apply for ConDev’s Student Media Grants: A Chance to Win up to $5,000!

Applications Open for Youth4Regions Media Programme!

Deadline: 31 August 2017 The European Commission is conducting a competition entitled "Youth4Regions Media Programme" amongst media students across Europe. The European Commission’s Directorate General for Regional and Urban Policy seeks to encourage students in journalism to communicate on … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Youth4Regions Media Programme!

Applications Open for Clean Energy Wire Grants Program!

Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Clean Energy Wire (CLEW) is offering three grants for the most promising international collaborative projects from at least two different countries on the topics of clean energy, climate policy and the shift to a low-carbon economy. Funding Information Clean Energy … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Clean Energy Wire Grants Program!

U.S. Mission to Iraq: Media Training for Journalists in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region

Deadline: 8 September 2017 The U.S. Mission in Iraq has announced an open competition for eligible organizations to submit proposals for a cooperative agreement to develop and implement the "Media Training for Journalists in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region program. The goal of the program is to improve … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Iraq: Media Training for Journalists in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region

Harry Ransom Center: Seeking Applications for Research Fellowships

Deadline: 15 November 2017 The Harry Ransom Center is seeking applications for Research Fellowships that support research in all areas of the humanities, including literature, photography, film, art, the performing arts, music, and cultural history. The Harry Ransom Center will award 10 … [Read more...] about Harry Ransom Center: Seeking Applications for Research Fellowships

U.S. Mission to Brazil: Seeking Applications for Press Freedom and Innovation in Journalism

Deadline: 7 September 2017 The United States Department of State's Embassy in Brasilia, Brazil, is seeking applications from qualified Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), for a Grant to implement the program entitled "Press Freedom and Innovation in Journalism". This initiative is part of … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Brazil: Seeking Applications for Press Freedom and Innovation in Journalism

Applications Open for African Forum on Youth Skills & Enterprise in the Digital Age!

Deadline: 4 September 2017 Applications are open for African Forum on Youth Skills & Enterprise in the Digital Age that will bring together senior policymakers, government administration senior officials, development partners, private sector, representatives of African youth, young … [Read more...] about Applications Open for African Forum on Youth Skills & Enterprise in the Digital Age!

Call for Applications: Media Enabling Democracy, Inclusion and Accountability in Moldova

Deadline: 22 August 2017 Internews, through MEDIA-M project, is seeking applications for its “Media Enabling Democracy, Inclusion and Accountability in Moldova” to help media outlets from Republic of Moldova to improve the quality of their content, diversify news formats, strengthen their financial … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Media Enabling Democracy, Inclusion and Accountability in Moldova

Stigler Center: Inviting Applicants for Journalists in Residence Program

Deadline: 23 October 2017 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: Inviting Applicants for Journalists in Residence Program

UNDP Advocacy & Media Campaign Development: Achieving Kuwait 2035 Vision towards Persons with Disability Project

Deadline: 24 August 2017 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking proposals for its Advocacy & Media Campaign Development. This institutional development assignment is implemented within the framework of the Project: “Achieving Kuwait 2035 Vision towards Persons with … [Read more...] about UNDP Advocacy & Media Campaign Development: Achieving Kuwait 2035 Vision towards Persons with Disability Project

International Labour Organization (ILO): 2017 Global Media Competition on Labour Migration

Deadline: 27 October 2017 The International Labour Organization (ILO) has launched a global media competition to recognize exemplary media coverage on labour migration. The international competition aims at encouraging quality reporting on labour migration. The objective is to encourage quality … [Read more...] about International Labour Organization (ILO): 2017 Global Media Competition on Labour Migration

Anna Lindh Foundation: Call for Applications for Mediterranean Journalist Award

Deadline: 27 September 2017 The Anna Lindh Foundation is seeking applications for its Mediterranean Journalist Award to reward productions tackling intercultural issues between and within Euro-Mediterranean societies, ranging from diversity, tolerance, freedom of expression, fighting xenophobia, … [Read more...] about Anna Lindh Foundation: Call for Applications for Mediterranean Journalist Award

Thomson Reuters Foundation: Seeking Application for Uncovering Security Programme

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

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

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