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COP31 Climate Change Media Partnership Reporting Fellowship for Journalists

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Deadline: 17-Jun-2026

The COP31 CCMP Reporting Fellowship Program, organized by the Earth Journalism Network and the Stanley Center for Peace and Security, provides a fully supported opportunity for journalists and creator journalists from low- and middle-income countries to cover the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Antalya, Türkiye. The fellowship supports climate journalism, policy reporting, and storytelling on climate impacts and solutions through travel funding, mentorship, editorial guidance, networking opportunities, and direct access to global climate negotiations.

Selected fellows will attend the full two-week COP31 summit, receive reporting support from experienced climate journalists, and produce impactful stories that improve public understanding of climate change, climate policy, and international climate action.

Overview

The COP31 CCMP Reporting Fellowship Program is designed to strengthen climate journalism by supporting reporters from low- and middle-income countries who are interested in covering one of the world’s most important climate policy events.

The fellowship enables journalists to report directly from COP31, gain access to global climate discussions, engage with policymakers and experts, and produce high-quality reporting on climate change, environmental challenges, and climate solutions.

The program also aims to improve media capacity, encourage international collaboration among journalists, and amplify voices from regions most affected by climate change.

Fellowship Details

Fellowship Objectives

The fellowship seeks to strengthen climate reporting and improve public understanding of climate-related issues.

Key objectives include:

Key Focus Areas

Applicants are encouraged to pursue stories related to:

Fellowship Benefits

Selected fellows will receive comprehensive support to attend and report from COP31.

Benefits include:

The fellowship is designed to remove financial barriers and enable journalists to focus on producing high-quality reporting.

Editorial Support and Mentorship

One of the strongest components of the fellowship is the extensive editorial and professional support provided to participants.

Fellows will receive:

This support helps fellows navigate the complexity of international climate negotiations and produce impactful stories.

Networking Opportunities

Participants will have opportunities to engage with:

Networking activities help fellows expand professional relationships and build long-term collaborations.

Why This Fellowship Matters

Climate change is one of the most significant global challenges of the 21st century. Journalists play a critical role in translating complex climate negotiations into accessible information for the public.

This fellowship is important because it:

The program helps ensure that climate stories are reported accurately, responsibly, and from diverse perspectives.

Who Is Eligible?

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

Eligibility for Freelancers

Freelance journalists may also apply.

Freelancers must provide:

This requirement ensures that reporting generated through the fellowship reaches a wider audience.

Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit the following materials:

The video should clearly explain:

The support letter must confirm that stories produced through the fellowship will be published or broadcast by an established media outlet.

How the Fellowship Works

Step 1: Prepare Your Story Proposal

Identify climate-related issues, policy discussions, or reporting themes you intend to cover during COP31.

Step 2: Create the Required Video

Record a concise video explaining:

Step 3: Obtain Editorial Support

Request a support letter from:

The letter should confirm publication or broadcast commitments.

Step 4: Submit Application Materials

Complete the application and upload all required documents before the deadline.

Step 5: Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed based on:

Step 6: Participate in Fellowship Activities

Selected fellows will attend pre-conference training, travel to Antalya, participate in COP31, and receive ongoing editorial support.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the COP31 CCMP Reporting Fellowship?

It is a climate journalism fellowship that supports journalists from low- and middle-income countries to attend and report on COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye.

What expenses are covered?

The fellowship covers airfare, accommodation, travel insurance, transportation related to fellowship activities, visa reimbursement, and a stipend for meals and incidental expenses.

Can freelance journalists apply?

Yes. Freelancers are eligible but must provide a signed commitment letter from a media organization agreeing to publish or broadcast their fellowship-related reporting.

Do applicants need prior climate reporting experience?

Yes. Applicants must demonstrate previous experience covering climate change or environmental issues.

Can journalists who previously attended a UN climate COP apply?

No. Applicants must not have attended a UNFCCC Climate COP in person before.

Is English proficiency required?

Yes. Applicants should have a good command of English to participate effectively in fellowship activities and reporting opportunities.

What documents are required?

Applicants must submit a CV or resume, a two-minute video explaining their reporting plans, and a letter of support from an editor, producer, supervisor, or media outlet.

Conclusion

The COP31 CCMP Reporting Fellowship Program offers a valuable opportunity for journalists and creator journalists from low- and middle-income countries to strengthen their climate reporting skills while covering one of the world’s most influential climate events. Through comprehensive travel support, mentorship, editorial guidance, and direct access to global climate negotiations, the fellowship empowers journalists to produce impactful stories that inform public understanding of climate change, climate policy, and sustainable solutions. For reporters seeking to expand their expertise in environmental journalism and contribute to global climate discourse, this fellowship provides an exceptional platform for professional growth and international engagement.

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