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 in mid-November 2017.
Benefits
- The CCMP will cover travel, lodging, and several group meals, and will reimburse for other meal and transport expenses, will help with the press accreditation process, and provide other support services. Please note that the process of obtaining a visa is a Fellow’s responsibility; however, visa costs can be reimbursed.
- During COP 23, the Fellows will engage with fellow participants and EJN staff in a series of specially designed activities, including an orientation session, daily breakfast briefings, and possibly a field trip.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this Fellowship, applicants must:
- Be a professional journalist from or representing an established media house;
- Fill out the application form using the link, including answering essay questions that illustrate his/her experience reporting on climate change issues and the kinds of stories you might pursue at the conference;
- Be available to travel to Bonn, Germany with arrival on Nov 10th and departure on Nov 18th;
- Commit to participate in all Fellowship activities;
- Provide a letter of support from an editor, producer or supervisor who can confirm applicants’ ability to publish or broadcast applicants’ material in an established media organization. Freelancers are welcome to apply, but must provide a letter of support.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via given website.
For more information, please visit Earth Journalism Network.