EU journalism award seeks entries [Georgia]

Georgian journalists from print, broadcast and online media are eligible.

The EU Prize for Journalism recognizes the work of journalists who have demonstrated integrity and professionalism in Georgia.

Entries can be submitted for one of the following categories: story in print or online media; feature story in broadcast or online media; innovative and original piece of work in print, broadcast or online media; investigative story in print, online or broadcast media; online or print blog; documentary photo; and conflict-sensitive journalistic work (the EUMM Special Prize for Peace Journalism).

Works must have been published, broadcast or posted between Nov. 2, 2018 and Oct. 15, 2019. Entries must be in Georgian, Russian or English. Entries for the EUMM Special Prize for the Peace Journalism category may also be submitted in Abkhaz and Ossetian.

The winner of each category will receive EUR1,250. The winner of the EUMM Special Prize for Peace Journalism will receive a monthlong fellowship at the London office of the Institute for War & Peace Reporting.

The deadline is Oct. 15.

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Free Speech and Open Government Award seeks nominees [US]

Journalists, bloggers, lawyers, news organizations, software developers and community activists can apply for this award.

The First Amendment Coalition (FAC) is accepting nominees for its
Free Speech and Open Government Award. The award seeks to highlight exemplary work in the arena of open government.

Applicants must advance government transparency. Works may cover access to public meetings, public records, the courts, government data; defense of citizens’ right to speak; defense of journalists’ rights; defense of the right to “blow the whistle” and alert the public to government misconduct; and others.

Winners will receive a US$1,000 cash prize to be presented at the Annual Winter Meeting of the California Press Foundation on Dec. 5 in San Francisco.

The deadline is Nov. 1. Self-nominations are accepted.


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Climate reporting fellowships available [Worldwide]

Journalists ages 18 to 32 are invited to enter this contest for a chance to win a fully-funded trip.

Climate Tracker is accepting candidates for a reporting fellowship to cover the Climate Negotiations Nov. 29 to Dec.14 in Santiago, Chile.

Contestants must publish a story, photo series or video about stopping a fossil fuel project in their country.

Entries can be in any language and must appear on a national media, a platform like Medium or social media.

The deadline to publish and submit an article is Sept. 27

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The Labor Justice journalism Prize seeks entries [Brazil]

Journalists in Brazil can compete for this new award.

The Labor Justice Prize for Journalism, organized by Brazil's Superior Labor Court (TST, in Portuguese), aims to foster reporting that brings awareness to labor issues.

This year's contest will focus on strategies to fight child labor. Works must have been published between March 1, 2018 and Aug. 30, 2019 in Portuguese.

The categories are print journalism, radio journalism, television journalism, web journalism and photojournalism. The winners in each category will receive BRL10,000.

The deadline is Sept. 16.

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Arab Media & Society calls for papers on science journalism [MENA]

Journalists, academics and students from the Arab world are invited to submit their papers.

Arab Media & Society, the biannual journal of the Kamal Adham Center for Television and Digital Journalism at the American University in Cairo, is seeking submissions for its next issue on science journalism.

Topics may relate to science journalism education in the Arab world, ethics and bias in science journalism, professional approaches and evolution of science journalism in the digital age.

Although shorter pieces are encouraged, submissions may have up to 10,000 words and must conform to The Chicago Manual of Style.

The deadline for peer-review consideration is Sept. 15. All other submissions, including books and conference reviews, shorter research papers and columns, should be received by Sept. 30.



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Journalism Seminar seeks applications [Asia, Europe]

Journalists ages 35 or younger can apply to attend this event.

The Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF) is organizing the 12th ASEF Journalists’ Seminar, in conjunction with the 14th ASEM Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (ASEM FMM13) Dec. 13 and 14 in Madrid.

The seminar will focus on media trust and information, providing journalists with the tools needed to tackle disinformation in the digital age.

Applicants must be from ASEM partner countries and have an excellent command of English.

Selected participants receive accommodation, meals and a travel subsidy.

The deadline is Sept. 16.

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CUNY offers Resilience journalism fellowship (Worldwide)

 Midcareer journalists interested in climate change reporting can apply for this program.

CUNY's Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism is organizing the Resilience Journalism Fellowship Oct. 26 to Nov. 1 in New York.

The program will focus on the science of climate change and resilience. In addition to classroom training, fellows will hike in the mountains of the Adirondack Park, learning how resilience plays out in the rural landscape.

Fellows will receive lodging, tuition and reasonable travel costs, along with most meals.

The deadline is Sept. 18.


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Thomson Reuters: Job opportunities exists for correspondents [Spain, Portugal]

Experienced journalists fluent in Spanish and English can apply for this position in Madrid or Lisbon.

Thomson Reuters is hiring a correspondent to join its “Hub”, a new team in charge of the spot and multimedia file.

The correspondent will work closely with the Spanish and Portuguese service, visuals department and other bureaus in the region, covering a variety of news.

Candidates must have strong editing and communication skills. Portuguese fluency is advantageous.

Apply now.

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CineFest seeks documentaries entries for Film festival [Brazil]

Documentary, fiction, animation and musical short films can compete for cash prizes.

CineFest will take place Nov. 18 to 30 in Votorantim, São Paulo.

Films must be no longer than 20 minutes and have been produced in 2017 or later on any theme.

A jury will select the best short films for the national, regional, environmental, parallel and musical exhibits. The winners of each exhibit will receive BRL3,000.

The deadline is Sept. 15.


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Rainforest Journalism Fund: Job opportunities exist for Coordinators [Africa, Asia]

Journalists with at least 10 years of experience can apply for these part-time positions.

The Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting is looking for regional coordinators for the Rainforest Journalism Fund in the Congo Basin and Southeast Asia.

Responsibilities include helping to identify regional and local news outlets that the Center will partner; conducting a baseline survey of coverage of tropical rainforest issues; promoting the grant opportunities through direct outreach; translating communications for dissemination in the media; and more.

Candidates must have an established network of contacts in the region and a strong knowledge of environmental, political, social and health issues related to tropical rainforests. Fluency in English and a local/regional language is also required.

Apply immediately.

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Media School accepting storytelling entries [Worldwide]

Students, bloggers, artists and writers can submit their innovative storytelling to a contest.

The Media School at Bournemouth University is accepting entries for its New Media Writing Prize (NMWP).

NMWP is looking for innovative and interactive storytelling (fiction or nonfiction) written specifically for delivery and reading/viewing on a PC or Mac, the web or a hand-held device such as an iPad or mobile phone. It could be a short story, novel, documentary or poem using words, images, film or animation with audience interaction.

The winner of the if:book UK New Media Award will receive GBP1,000 (US$1,214). The student winner will receive GBP750 (US$910) from Unicorn Training. There will also be the Gorkana Journalism Award, worth GBP750 (US$607), the Dot Award, which includes GBP500 (US$657) and development support, and the new Skylab Innovation Award, a GBP500 prize celebrating innovative use of the Genarrator platform.

The general deadline is Nov. 22. The deadline for students is Dec. 13.

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Internships program available at Washington Post [US]

Journalism students can apply for a summer internship program in Washington.

The Washington Post offers 12-week paid internships for reporters, visual journalists, multiplatform editors or producers, news or digital designers, graphics reporters or developers, social media producers and audio producers.

Candidates must have had at least one professional news media job or internship and be a college junior, senior or graduate student in a degree program on Oct. 9.

Interns are paid. For summer 2019, the salary was US$750 per week.

The deadline is Oct. 9.

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Gabo Foundation offers Nonfiction book workshop [Latin America]

Latin American journalists working on a nonfiction book can apply to attend this workshop.

The Gabo Foundation,  the Oaxaca International Book Fair and UNAM are organizing a nonfiction book workshop Oct. 21 to 27 in Oaxaca, Mexico.

Eight journalists will have the opportunity to discuss their long-term projects and identify the weaknesses and strengths of their written work. The program will be led by Argentine journalist and writer Martin Caparrós.

The registration fee is US$500 for selected participants. The Oaxaca International Book Fair Foundation will offer accommodation, international medical insurance and partial ticket reimbursement for participants outside Mexico, as well as meals.

The deadline is Sept. 16.


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Reuters seeks bureau chief [Europe, Central Eurasia]

Seasoned journalists can apply for this position in Moscow.

Reuters is looking for a  Russia&CIS bureau chief to run coverage of Russia and its near neighbors, including Ukraine and central Asia.

The job requires a candidate with a nuanced understanding of Russia’s political, economic and corporate landscape and the ability to organize a large team of reporters.

The successful candidate will have a keen understanding of corporate and financial news and a proven ability to generate great ideas and to edit and write with comfort and authority across the file.

Fluent Russian is essential; additional languages will be an advantage.


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Kamal Adham offers journalism fellowship [Egypt]

Graduates of journalism and mass communication who wish to pursue a master’s degree in television and digital journalism can apply for this fellowship.

The Kamal Adham Fellowship at the America University in Cairo covers full or partial tuition for the master's program, in addition to books and transportation fees.

Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 and prove they are in financial hardship.

Preference is given to graduates of Egyptian public universities and professionals in the broadcasting industry.

The deadline is Nov. 1.


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Webinar on chat apps, journalism available [Worldwide]

Anyone concerned with the use of WhatsApp to spread misinformation can attend this Dow Jones-TruthBuzz webinar.

The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) will host the webinar "A private affair: chat apps and journalism" at 9 a.m. EDT on Aug. 22, which will be streamed simultaneously on the IJNet Facebook page.

The webinar will feature Shalini Joshi, who works on the TruthBuzz project for the India-based PROTO, and Tai Nalon, executive director and co-founder of Aos Fatos in Brazil.

Both experts will discuss their experience researching the nature and spread of misinformation as both their countries, India and Brazil, have been impacted by the extensive use of private messaging platforms during recent election campaigns.

They will address questions such as: How should newsrooms take messaging apps into account in their daily work? How can journalists mitigate risk when working with these platforms? How can journalists scale their efforts to reach larger and more diverse audiences? What ethical and privacy concerns should journalists have when using these platforms?

Registration is free and ongoing. Registered participants will receive a reminder email as well as a link to a video recording of the webinar when it becomes available.

This webinar is the first a series of ICFJ Dow Jones TruthBuzz Webinars. Please mark your calendar for Sept. 19 and Oct. 24 for additional webinars with journalists from around the world, discussing collaboration across newsrooms to combat misinformation and creating compelling videos to maximize the impact of fact-checking articles.

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Afar magazine launches Travel photography contest [Worldwide]

Anyone can enter this contest.

AFAR Magazine, in partnership with United MileagePlus and illy, has launched the 2019 AFAR Travel Photography Awards.

The contest is open digital photos in all genres of travel photography shot in any device. The categories are food, cities, people, outdoors and style & design.

The grand prize winner will receive US$5,000 and category winners will receive US$2,000, in addition to business class airfare, publication in AFAR, a photography guide E-booket and more.

Submit three images across any category for US$10; every subsequent image submission will cost US$10 each.

The deadline is Sept. 18.
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Registration ongoing for Conference on future of journalism [Brazil]

Journalists, media entrepreneurs and students are invited to attend this event.

The 3i Festival - Innovative, Inspiring and Independent Journalism will take place Oct. 18 to 20 in Rio de Janeiro. The festival is the result of a partnership among 13 organizations, including Agência Lupa, Agência Pública, JOTA, Nexo, Nova Escola, Ponte Jornalismo, Repórter Brasil, Énois and others.

The program will feature lectures, workshops and roundtables on the most current journalism challenges and innovative experiences.

Registration ranges from BRL135 to BRL320, including workshops. Visit the festival's YouTube channel for videos and panel webcasts.

Registration is ongoing, but spots are limited

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Vacancy :Southern Metropolis Weekly seeks journalists [China]

Experienced journalists can apply for several positions in southern China.

Southern Metropolis Weekly is seeking a reporter, a news editor and writers.

The reporter will cover Shenzhen, Guangzhou and the Greater Bay Area, providing original content for both print and new media platforms. Applicants must have experience in news investigation and the ability to generate and curate original news content. Having a relevant network of contacts and experience in finance, politics and in-depth news investigation are advantageous. The position is based in Shenzhen.

The news editor will also work on the news coverage of Shenzhen, Guangzhou and the Greater Bay Area. This would include coordinating reporting activities, mentoring reporters to develop news features and editing content. Ideal candidates must have two-plus years of news editing experience in traditional media or three-plus years of work experience in new media. A strong understanding of politics, economy or technology is required, as is the capability of content planning. The position is based in Guangzhou or Shenzhen.

The writers should be adept at finding original stories and be familiar with the political, financial, technology and culture sector. Candidates should have a global vision and media work experience. These are remote positions.

Apply now.

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Gleb Fetisov launches new journalism contest [Worldwide]

Journalism organizations are invited to nominate journalists for this award.

Russian philanthropist Gleb Fetisov has launched the Fetisov Journalism Awards. This new competition aims to recognize journalists for their contribution to the promotion of universal human values and extraordinary heroism.

The contest has four categories: contribution to peace, contribution to civil rights, investigative reporting and environmental journalism.

Works must have been published between June 1, 2018 and May 31, 2019. Entries in languages other than English must be accompanied by a translation into English.

The first, second and third place winners in each category will receive CHF100,000 (US$102,009), CHF20,000 (US$20,401) and CHF10,000 (US$10,200), respectively.

The deadline is Oct. 1.


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CUNY seeks manager [US]

Professionals with experience working with the journalism industry can apply for this position in New York.

The Center for Community and Ethnic Media at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY is looking for a general manager.

The general manager will oversee the day-to-day operation of the center, write grant proposals and reports, help manage budgets, serve as the liaison between the several initiatives and help coordinate activities between the center and its regional partners.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge and connections with community and immigrant media outlets as well as experience soliciting and managing major grants. Spanish-language verbal and written skills are a plus.

Apply immediately.

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Fellowship for data journalists available [Eastern Europe, Central Eurasia]

Journalists and others working with data from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan can apply for this fellowship.

ForSet is accepting applications for its yearlong program Data Communication Fellowship, which includes a three-week training session between October and November in Tbilisi, Georgia, and online mentorship.

Fellows will advance their skills in data collection, data analysis, data storytelling, designing with data and more. They will research, write, design and publish data stories under the guidance of ForSet. Each fellow will be assigned a mentor from the ForSet team who will help them through the process of developing their data stories.

Candidates must be fluent in written and spoken English and be open to getting involved in cross-country collaboration and reporting.

A total of 12 fellows will be selected. Six fellows will receive full funding, which covers travel, accommodations and living costs in Tbilisi, and six fellows will receive partial funds fellows, covering travel only.  All fellows are expected to pay for their travel insurance.

The deadline is Sept. 8.
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Thomson Reuters Foundation offers course on human trafficking, slavery [West Africa]

Full-time journalists and regular contributors to media organizations in West Africa can apply for free training.

The Thomson Reuters Foundation offers the course "Reporting human trafficking and modern day slavery" Nov. 18 to 22 in Lagos.

Participants will learn new reporting skills and expand their knowledge about human trafficking and slavery to produce high-quality coverage of the issue.

The Thomson Reuters Foundation will pay travel and lodging costs for journalists traveling from outside Lagos.

Applicants must have at least three years of professional experience and a good level in spoken and written English.

The deadline is Oct. 1.
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Human rights fellowships available [Worldwide]

Recent graduates in journalism, international relations or law at the master's level or beyond can apply for a human rights fellowship program.

Human Rights Watch (HRW) presents the Alan R. and Barbara D. Finberg Fellowship. Fellows will work with HRW in New York or Washington monitoring human rights developments worldwide, conducting on-site investigations, drafting reports, media outreach and more.

The yearlong fellowships begin September 2020 and offer a US$60,000 salary with benefits.

Ideal candidates possess a strong background in human rights with an intent to pursue a career in the field. Requirements include research and field experience, analytic skills and English fluency. Proficiency in a second language is a plus.

The deadline to apply is Oct. 11.

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Workshop on local government reporting available [US]

Journalists interested in local reporting can apply for this training.

The National Press Foundation (NPF) is organizing the workshop "Spotlight on statehouse and local reporting" Dec. 8 to 12 in Washington. This training aims to recharge journalists' reporting on one of today’s most critical issues.

Participants will learn about accessing and localizing federal datasets; putting the impact of the federal government into context for their readers; covering Congress and the White House from afar; tracking campaign money; using fact-checking, community engagement and solutions journalism; making the most of TV appearances; and maximizing their iPhone as a tool.

NPF will cover travel, lodging and most meals during the five-day program. Twenty spots are available.

The deadline is Oct. 4.

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Registration ongoing for free webinar on arts reporting [Worldwide]

Journalists interested in arts reporting can register for this free webinar.

Poynter will host "How to cover the arts on any beat" at 2 p.m. EDT Sept. 10.

Participants will learn creative and sustainable approaches to incorporating arts coverage in business, features and breaking news stories.

The program will be led by Tom Huang, assistant managing editor at the Dallas Morning News, and Christopher Wynn, arts and entertainment editor of The Dallas Morning News.

Registration is free and ongoing.

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South China Morning Post seeks business reporter [China]

Seasoned journalists can apply for a position based in Hong Kong, Beijing or Shanghai.

South China Morning Post (SCMP) is looking for a senior reporter to deliver a range of business topics for a global readership.

The ideal candidate should have a keen nose for news, the ability to crunch numbers and analyze data, a knack for interviewing and extracting comments from non-English speakers, and the skills to weave reporting into coherent narratives.

Candidates must have knowledge of Mandarin and be willing to travel.

Apply now.

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Program focus on freedom of expression [MENA]

Cultural actors and researchers involved in cultural policies in the Arab region can apply for this workshop.

The Culture Resource is accepting applications for the Cultural Policy program, which will be held in November in Beirut.

The program aims to develop a cultural environment that bolsters freedom of expression and creativity and stimulates the role of the cultural sector in social and political change in the Arab region. 

Candidates must have previous experience in academic research or practice in cultural policies and cultural management in the Arab region.

The deadline is Sept. 4.

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Portal Negócios da Comunicação hosts Community journalism meeting [Brazil]

Journalists and others interested in community journalism are invited to attend this daylong event.

Portal Negócios da Comunicação and the Center for Communication Studies at the University of São Paulo (Cecom, in Portuguese), with institutional support from Abraji, organize the 2nd Regional and Community Journalism Forum on Sept. 3 in São Paulo.

The program will feature four panels on topics such as the role of social media, the "digital first" mindset and the importance of local journalism.

Admission is free by donating 1 kilo of non-perishable food.

Registration is open, but spots are limited.

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Photography and Social Justice Fellowship available [Worldwide]

Early-career photojournalists and documentarians can apply for this program in New York.

The Magnum Foundation, in partnership with CUNY’s Graduate School of Journalism, organizes the Photography and Social Justice Fellowship.

The program builds capacity and community among a diverse, international network of fellows who have not had access to mentorship or training in photography but can demonstrate a commitment to activism and social justice.

Fellows will attend weekly online meetings in March to May 2020, followed by workshops in New York at CUNY’s Graduate School of Journalism.

Over the course of six months, fellows will also produce a body of work that aims to advance social justice in their communities under the mentorship from Magnum Foundation’s network.

The deadline is Oct. 15.

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Journalists in Residence Program open [Worldwide]

Journalists who have some years of media experience and are proficient in English can apply for this program.

The Stigler Center for the Study of the Economy and the State at the University of Chicago is organizing its Journalists in Residence Program March 23 to June 13, 2020 in Chicago.

The program aims to shape the next generation of leaders in business reporting. Participants will audit classes, participate in events, collaborate with peers and more.

The organizer provides airfare, a US$12,000 stipend, training, a study space and an opportunity to write for the ProMarket blog.

The deadline is Oct. 20.

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Grants for video production available [MENA]

Artists and writers from the Arab region ages 35 and younger can apply for grants.

The Culture Resource is accepting applications for its production awards. The program offers grants for authors to produce their first creative projects.

Grants of up to US$10,000 are available for projects in literature, music, performing arts and visual arts.

The film section covers the production of short, medium-length and feature-length fictional, documentary, animated and experimental films.

The deadline is Oct. 24.

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CHIC Magazine seeks editor, interns [China]

Experienced journalists can apply for these positions in Shanghai.

CHIC Magazine is looking for an editor, an intern editor and a fashion intern editor.

The editor will write articles and conduct celebrity interviews for its lifestyle section. Requirements include good writing ability, a high aesthetic vision and a sharp writing style. Three-plus years of relevant work experience is highly valued.

The intern editor will be handling the recordings of celebrity interviews, researching and organizing relevant news and information, and developing ideas for celebrity events. Candidates must have a sharp and creative mind, and write fluently and work across both print and new media.

The fashion intern editor will provide support in shoots, help develop fashion features and write fashion content for new media. The ideal person should be familiar with the fashion industry, have a unique fashion sense, and the ability to plan and organize events.

Apply now.

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Chevening offers journalism scholarships [Worldwide]

Journalists can apply for the Chevening Scholarship Program.

Chevening Scholarships are the global scholarship program funded by the U.K.'s Foreign and Commonwealth Office and partner organizations for outstanding scholars with leadership potential.

The scholarships are offered for many fields of study, including journalism and media. The program provides full or partial funding for full-time courses at the postgraduate level, normally a one-year master’s degree, in any subject and at any U.K. university.

Applicants must have an excellent undergraduate academic track record and two to five years of professional experience, in addition to being fluent in English.

The deadline is Nov. 5.

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Fellowship on professional development available [US]

U.S. journalists interested in pursuing a project in Germany can apply for a fellowship.

The Robert Bosch Foundation Fellowship, sponsored by the Robert Bosch Foundation and Cultural Vistas, gives U.S. professionals the opportunity to complete a comprehensive professional development program in Germany.

The program includes travel, seminars, customized work placements and networking events designed to help fellows gain an in-depth understanding of current issues facing the European Union and Germany. Fellows may choose from two options of the program duration: six months or nine months.

Prior to the seminar series and work placements, fellows will attend eight weeks of intensive language courses in Berlin.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens under the age of 40 with at least five years of relevant work experience in their proposed field of work they wish to pursue in Germany. Graduate degree is preferred.

Candidates from the following fields can apply: business administration, cultural management (ex. museum, theater, orchestra), journalism, law, nonprofit, public policy and urban planning.

Fellows will receive a monthly stipend, health insurance and financial support for accompanying spouse and children. Accommodation and travel costs are also covered.

The application deadline is Nov. 1.



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Video contest on popular science accepting entries [Russia]

Russian video bloggers, journalists, scientists, students and others interested in the popularization of science can apply for this contest.

The Russian TV channel Science has launched a contest for short popular videos about science.

Videos must not be longer than 5 minutes. The categories are experiment, popular science, discovery and children on science (for children up to 14 years old).

The best videos will be featured in the Science channel's programs.

The deadline is Sept. 30.

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Press Release: IPC calls for the immediate release of detained Ex-Daily Trust Editor.

 The International Press Center, Lagos join voices with other media and civil society groups to express concern over the continued detention of Ex-Daily Trust Editor, Dan-Halilu held by operatives of the Department of State Services.

According to a report by Daily Post, dated August 5, 2019, former Politics Editor at Daily Trust newspaper, Ibrahim Dan-Halilu, was arrested by the Department for Security Service (DSS) in Kaduna State for allegedly supporting the activities of #RevolutionNow in a Facebook post.

Lanre Arogundade, Director, IPC in a Statement denounced the arrest and noted that   the continued detention without trial by the security operatives was illegal and unconstitutional, thereby violating their right to freedom of expression and personal liberty guaranteed by Section 34, 35, 39 and 41 of the constitution and Article 5, 6 and 12 of the African Charter on Human and peoples’ Right Act.

“The recurring  developments underscore the remarkable fact that even after twenty years of ceaseless democracy, the government can still create subtle censorships to muzzle journalists and the other independent voices at the faintest criticism” Mr Arogundade lamented

IPC therefore demands that all charges be dropped against all journalists arrested, detained and charged over the protest

SGD:                      

Melody Akinjiyan

Program Officer/Safety Alert Desk Officer, IPC

House 11, Dideolu Court, 2^nd gate b/stop, Ogba Lagos

Tel: +2348132776441

International Press Centre (IPC), Lagos, Nigeria
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NPK offers Fellowship for criminal justice workshop, conference [US]

Journalists interested in criminal justice issues apply for this program.

The National Press Foundation (NPF) will select 20 journalists to attend the workshop "Reporting on criminal justice" Nov. 10 to 12 in San Francisco, followed by the American Society of Criminology conference Nov. 13 to 16.

Participants will take a deep look at the criminal justice system, learning about incarceration data, pre-trial justice, specialty courts, violence and weapons, implementation of the First Step Act, incarceration impact on families, re-entry into society and more.

NPF will cover travel, lodging and most meals during the training and conference.

The deadline is Sept. 20.


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Unifor offers Fact-checking course [Brazil]

Students and journalists interested in fact-checking public discourse can register for this course in Fortaleza.

The University of Fortaleza (Unifor) will host a fact-checking course Aug. 28 to 30. 

The course will address the main techniques and tools used in checking public discourse and prepare journalists to work on elections and politics reporting as well as daily journalism.

The course instructor and co-organizer is Thays Lavor, who was responsible for the regional coordination of Truco, the fact-checking project of Agência Pública.

Lavor will also participate in the National Congress of Journalists, organized by Brazil's National Federation of Journalists (Fenaj), Aug. 22 to 24 in Fortaleza.

Registration is open, but spots are limited. The cost is BRL270, with discounts available for students, Escola de Dados members and groups.

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Vacancy :The Paper seeks journalists [China]

Journalists can apply for two positions in Shanghai.

The Paper is seeking an editor and a reporter to join its team.

The editor must be adept at features planning and headline writing, be familiar with the distribution of new media content, and have an interest in developing a career in finance news reporting. A good command of English, experience working with financial news and traditional media are advantageous.

The reporter must have good writing skills, familiarity with the field of securities and automotive, and an interest in developing a career in finance news reporting. A good command of English is advantageous. Knowledge of the capital market and relevant work experience is preferred.

Apply now.

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CNN London offers internship program [EU]

Recent broadcast journalism graduates or graduates from a related field seeking a career in journalism can apply for an internship in London.

CNN hosts several internships ranging from newsgathering to special feature programs, digital and sports.

The next intern program will run from Jan. 1 to April 30.

Candidates must be British/EU citizens or have the right to work in the United Kingdom long term.

The deadline is Nov. 1.

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AFRINIC offers internet fellowship [Africa]

Journalists and others interested in internet operations and governance can apply for a fellowship to attend this conference.

The African Network Information Centre (AFRINIC) will host the AFRINIC-31 meeting Dec. 2 to 6 in Luanda, Angola.

Fellowships are available to help cover travel and living expenses associated with attending the event.

Fellows are expected to contribute to Internet Number Resource Management awareness in the AFRINIC service region and provide reports on how the fellowship has benefited their organization or country.

The deadline is Aug. 20.

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Abraji offers course on journalism, human rights [Brazil]

College students can attend this free course in São Paulo.

Oboré's Projeto Repórter do Futuro and Conectas, in partnership with Abraji and others, are organizing the course "Journalism and human rights" on Saturdays Sept. 14 to Oct. 26.

The course will feature press conferences and meeting with experts on topics such as torture, structural racism, slave labor, migration, refuge and the historical perspective of the international human rights protection systems.

There are 20 spots available.

The deadline is Aug. 31.

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Photography grant available [Worldwide]

Amateur and professional photographers can compete for a grant.

Spain-based Doctors of the World seeks entries for the International Humanitarian Photography Award Luis Valtueña. The award was created as a tribute to Luis Valtueña, Flors Sirera, Manuel Madrazo and Mercedes Navarro, aid workers killed in Rwanda in 1997 and Bosnia in 1995.

Photos must cover any of the following themes: humanitarian action, international cooperation and social exclusion, human rights violations, armed conflicts, natural disasters, refugee and immigrant populations, socially excluded groups, etc.

Contestants can submit up to 10 photographs, which can be part of a series or not. They may submit color photographs and/or black and white. Only photographs taken between January and October 2019 will be accepted. Works presented in previous editions will not be accepted.

The first prize winner will receive a grant of EUR6,000 (US$6,718) intended to carry out a photographic project about topics related to the activity of Doctors of the World.

The deadline for entries is Nov. 8.

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Tech journalism contest open [Russia]

Russian journalists and media outlets can compete in this contest.

The Russian Venture Company organizes the Tech in Media 2019 contest for journalism focusing on science and technology. The contest aims to encourage better media coverage of innovations in Russia.

The contest has five categories: venture business, unmanned vehicles, artificial intelligence and machine learning, technology enthusiast, and biotechnology and genetic engineering.

Winners in each category will receive RUB100,000.

The deadline is Oct. 31.

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Online workshop on sports journalism available [Latin America]

Professional journalists and advanced journalism students can register for this online course in Spanish.

The Center for Digital Journalism at the University of Guadalajara will offer an online course on sports journalism Sept. 2 to Oct. 6.

Instructor Héctor González Villalba will teach participants to produce sports stories across different digital platforms.

Registration costs MXN1,800 for residents in Mexico and US$90 for foreign participants.

The deadline to register is Aug. 18.

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HIPA seeks entries for Photography contest [MENA]

Professional and amateur photographers ages 18 and older can enter this competition.

The Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography (HIPA) seeks entries to its contest in four categories: water, portfolio (storytelling), mobile photography and general photography.

Photos must not contain any tags, signatures, initials, frame, borders, logos or any other references and/or marks added by the participant.

The organizer will award a total of US$450,000 in cash prizes. In addition to the grand prize, five winners will be chosen from each category and will receive US$4,000 to US$ 20,000.

The deadline is Oct. 31.

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Registration for webinar on photo copyrights ongoing [Worldwide]

Journalists and students interested in effectively selecting and licensing photos for publication can attend this webinar.

Poynter is offering the webinar "Copyright in 2019: The internet is not your photo archive" at 2 p.m. EDT Aug. 16.

Participants will examine and distinguish what constitutes fair use of images; make sense of image restrictions and what they mean; and source photos responsibly amid the shifting ground of social media.
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The instructor is Marcia Allert, director of photography for The Dallas Morning News.

Registration is ongoing and costs US$29.95.


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Vacancy: BBC Brasil seeks reporter [US]

Experienced journalists fluent in Portuguese can apply for this position in Washington.

BBC Brasil is looking for a reporter to cover news and current affairs in the United States.

The reporter will identify stories of particular interest for the Brazilian audience in the United States and will produce editorial material in test, video and audio for online, radio and TV.

Candidates must have considerable experience in journalism and reporting on international and Brazilian political and economic issues.

Apply now.


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Free workshops for journalists available [Colombia]

Journalists, journalism students, teachers and anyone interested are invited to apply to this free program.

The Gabriel García Márquez Foundation for a New Iberoamerican Journalism (FNPI) is organizing a series of workshops during the Gabo Festival Oct. 2 to 4 in Medellín, Colombia.

The workshops cover a variety of topics including satire journalism, investigative journalism, narrative journalism, journalism and feminism, verification and fact-checking, podcasting and data visualization.

Selected candidates living outside Medellín must cover their transportation and lodging expenses. Gabo Festival has listed discounts on air tickets, hotels and hostels.

The deadline to apply is Aug. 21.

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