US students exchange change Program seeks applicatiions (Russia)

The deadline is Nov. 10.

Undergraduates between the age 18-20 can apply for the Year of Exchange in America for Russians program which provides outstanding Russian students a unique opportunity to study for one year at U.S. institutions of higher education, to engage with local communities in sustained and meaningful dialogue, to educate Americans about Russia's history and culture, and to gain a new, nuanced understanding of American society.

Funded by the U.S. Embassy in Moscow and administered by American Councils for International Education; the program aims to strengthen each participant's English skills and subject knowledge.

The YEAR Program is fully funded, covering tuition, housing, international travel, medical insurance, and other basic living expenses.

The program also supports students with disabilities and provides placements that are fully prepared to engage with students with physical challenges to ensure their success on the program.

All program participants are required to return to Russia for at least two years after the completion of their studies. 

The deadline is Nov. 10.

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WFSJ launches open online courses on vaccines (Worldwide)

Journalists can participate in the  first Massive Open Online Course or MOOC on: A Science Journalism Approach to Controversies: The Case of Vaccines. beginning Nov. 1.

Organised by the World Federation of Science Journalists (WFSJ); the free MOOC can be taken from anywhere, on your own time and receive an instructor-signed certificate from the WFSJ, Université Laval and Concordia University.

The MOOC will teach journalists how to search for the most credible institution, scientific journal, scientific paper and scientist.

The MOOC’s content is organized into five (5) short modules accessible anytime. Use the platform’s discussion board to discuss with other fellow journalists and post your ideas on the interactive map.

Registration is ongoing.

For more information, click here.

Goldsmith Prize for Investigative Reporting accepting Applications (US)

The deadline is Dec. 29.

Journalists can apply for the annual Goldsmith Prize for Investigative Reporting which honors investigative reporting that best promotes more effective and ethical conduct of government, the making of public policy, or the practice of politics

The Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy at Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government manages the program with grant from the Goldsmith Fund of the Greenfield Foundation.

The winner receives $25,000, and five finalists receive $10,000.

The deadline is Dec. 29.

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Vacancies available for Deputy Editor and & health researcher/community manager (Nigeria)

The deadline is Oct. 30. 2017

Africa Check has two positions available in Nigeria, with the option of working from Lagos or Abuja.

The deadline is Oct. 30.

For more information, click here.

EU Delegation seeks entries for Photography Competition (Eygpt)

 The deadline is Nov. 2.

Amatuer Photographers can apply for 10th Photography Competition in Egypt in order to promote and stimulate interest and creativity organized by European Union (EU) Delegation to Egypt.

The theme of the 10th Photography Competition is: “Favourite Destinations in Egypt”.

The contest aims to explore this subject in all its aspects in an attempt to obtain a unique image of Egypt by portraying many of its places in a distinctive and different way.

The delegation will feature the first 12 winning photos and award prizes to the first three winners at a special ceremony and exhibition.

The deadline is Nov. 2.     

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