Online workshop covers short nonfiction [Latin America]

Journalists and others can register for this online workshop.

The Centro de Formación en Periodismo Digital at the University of Guadalajara will offer an online course on journalism creativity and brief nonfiction Feb. 3 to March 15, 2020.

Instructor Óscar Tagle will teach participants to apply synthesis, mental agility and different literary resources to write short journalistic texts.

Registration costs MXN1,800 for Mexican residents and US$90 for those living outside Mexico.

The deadline to register is Jan. 12, 2020.



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Journalist in residence Scholarship available [Worldwide]

Science journalists can apply for this program.

The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) offers its Journalist in Residence program in Potsdam, Germany.

The fellow spends up to two months engaging with scientists and becoming familiar with the institute’s research. He or she is also expected to present a seminar on science communication.

The organizer provides EUR3,500/month and help defray travel expenses if necessary.

Candidates must have excellent knowledge of written and spoken English; knowledge of German is welcome but not required.

The deadline is Nov. 29.


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Film Festival seeks entries [Brazil]

Independent documentarians are invited to submit their films on issues surrounding the exploration and uses of nuclear material.

The International Uranium Film Festival, a traveling festival devoted to nuclear energy, will be held May 21 to May 31, 2020 in Rio de Janeiro and Oct. 15 to 18 in Berlin. The festival is organized by Yellow Archives.

The competition is accepting submissions of feature-length and short-length films in all genres. Films don't have to be new productions.

Winners will receive a trophy.

The deadline is Jan. 1, 2020.


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Local Newsroom Revenue Project open [US]

Local news organizations facing financial difficulties can apply for this program.

The Solutions Journalism Network (SJN), with support from the Google News Initiative, has launched the Local Newsroom Revenue Project.

Selected newsrooms will receive small grants, training and coaching to support solutions journalism projects and business experiments.

Candidates must serve people from at least one of the following categories: rural areas, news deserts, communities struggling to access news; African American, Latino/a/x, Native American or immigrant communities; or socio-economically deprived urban area.

The deadline is Nov. 30.
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Human rights program open for journalists [Worldwide]

Journalists and others from low-income countries can apply for this program at Columbia University in New York.

The Institute for the Study of Human Rights (ISHR) is accepting applications for the Human Rights Advocates Program (HRAP). It will begin in late August and run until mid-December 2020.

The program leverages the resources of Columbia University and international organizations such as Human Rights Watch and WITNESS to provide proven grassroots leaders with skill-building and networking opportunities.

Through workshops, seminars, Columbia University classes and meetings with policymakers and potential funders, participants will share their experiences, reflect critically on their strategies, and plan future campaigns.

HRAP is designed for lawyers, journalists, doctors, teachers, social workers, community organizers and other human rights activists. Advocates must provide proof of institutional endorsement from their organizations for their participation in the program and must commit to returning to that organization.

Applicants from high-income countries will not be considered except those representing marginalized communities.

ISHR aims to provide full funding to cover participants’ program costs as well as travel and housing. A stipend is also provided for basic costs.

The deadline is Dec. 16.

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Journal seeks articles on health, false news [Brazil]

Academics, journalists and others can participate in the next issue of this magazine.

The Electronic Journal of Health Communication, Information and Innovation (Reciis, in Portuguese) invites work for the dossier "Fake News and Health", scheduled for March 2020.

Possible issues include different discursive practices around true and false; impacts of fake news on health sectors; communication and information challenges in tackling fake news; self-care policies in post-truth times; production of fake news in digital territories; and more.

Articles must be in Portuguese, English or Spanish, with abstracts in all three languages.

The deadline is Dec. 2.

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Workshop focuses on women in journalism [US]

Women journalists and students are invited to attend this event.

The Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute at the Missouri School of Journalism is organizing the Women in Journalism Workshop May 1 to 3, 2020 in Columbia, Missouri.

This annual workshop focuses on challenges, accomplishments and issues specific to women in the journalism industry today.

Sessions include self-care, HEAT training, how to prepare for violent breaking news, machine learning & AI for journalism, secondary trauma, advocating for yourself, innovating in the newsroom, implicit bias training and more.

The cost is US$50 for students and US$75 for professionals. There is a limited number of travel scholarships and student registration scholarships.

The deadline is Dec. 15.


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Journalism training program open [Worldwide]

Aspiring reporters and recent graduates can participate in this nine-month program.

Thomson Reuters is accepting candidates for its Journalism Training Program.

The program begins in September 2020, featuring on-the-job journalism training, initially for one month in London, followed by a placement in a major bureau in China, Singapore, United Kingdom, Mexico, South Africa, Egypt, Lebanon or United Arab Emirates.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate a commitment to a career in journalism, as well as fluency in written English. Fluency in a second language is beneficial but not compulsory.

The deadline is Dec. 15.


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Poynter organizes leadership academy for women [US]

Women who work in the digital space with leadership responsibilities or have demonstrated leadership potential can apply for this training program.

The Poynter Institute is accepting applications for the 2020 Leadership Academy for Women in Digital Media.

A total of 30 promising women leaders will be selected for one of three academies, to be held Feb. 23 to 28,  April 19 to 24 and Oct. 4 to 9 at Poynter’s campus in St. Petersburg, Florida.

The seminar aims to help women gain and polish the skills and knowledge needed to rise to the highest levels of media leadership. Sessions will cover how to develop effective management styles, handle difficult conversations, including #MeToo situations, build better work-life chemistry, plan your career and more.

The tuition costs US$1,095, including lunches, snacks and some dinners. A limited number of need-based travel and tuition scholarships is available.

The deadline to apply is Nov. 30.


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NORAD program offers free training on illicit finance reporting [Africa]

Journalists who are fluent in English and have at least two years of experience can apply for the Wealth of Nations - Illicit finance (NORAD) program.

The Thomson Reuters Foundation, in partnership with the Institute for the Advancement of Journalism, is looking for journalists based anywhere in Africa to take part in a long-term scheme that will develop their ability to report on illicit financial flows.

Selected journalists will participate in intensive training covering illicit finance, reporting on companies, accounts and budgets and investigative techniques. The program will take place Feb. 3 to 7, 2020 in Cape Town.

Participants will propose one or more story ideas and receive modest funding to realize their stories. The organization also covers air travel expenses, accommodation, local transfers and meals relating to the training.

The deadline is Nov. 26.

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Film festival accepting entries [Central, Eastern Europe]

Filmmakers from Central and Eastern Europe can participate in this festival.

Festival goEast, organized by the German Film Institute, will take place May 5 to 11, 2020 in Wiesbaden, Germany.

The festival showcases documentary and feature films created in 2019 and 2020 in Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan.

Films can be in any language but must include English subtitles.

The first prize winner will receive EUR10,000. Other categories include a EUR7,500 prize for best director and the Award of the Federal Foreign Office for Cultural Diversity, worth EUR4,000.

The submission deadline is Jan. 15, 2020.


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Thomson Foundation seeks applicants for Journalism course [Worldwide]

Aspiring journalists can compete for an all-expenses-paid spot in a summer course in London.

The Thomson Foundation seeks applicants for its new Journalism Now Scholar competition.

Contestants must complete seven Journalism Now online courses successfully, attend or watch the replay of up to four webinars with Ewen MacAskill and publish a multimedia story. For its list of free and paid-for courses, click here. The best student will be chosen as the winner.

The winner will receive a trip to London to attend the 2020 Thomson Foundation five-week summer course.

The deadline is Dec. 13.



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AIRP seeks entries for journalism competition [Russia]

Russian journalists and media organizations can submit works to this contest.

The Alliance of Independent Regional Publishers (AIRP) is accepting entries for the journalism contest "Turn the light on."

Entries must raise awareness on important social problems and contribute to positive change and social impact.

Works must have been published between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2019.

Categories are "investigation", "problem", solutions journalism and "there is room for solo players" – for journalistic materials about individuals who promoted positive changes in society.

Winners in four categories will receive equipment for mobile journalists. The overall winner will be invited to the annual Summit of Regional Publishers 2020.

The deadline is Jan. 10, 2020.

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Andrew Berends offers Film fellowship [Worldwide]

Documentarians working on a project can apply for funding.

 The Andrew Berends Film Fellowship aims to support emerging filmmakers with a focus on sharing unheard stories, in memory of the late filmmaker.

The fellowship will provide US$5,000 for filmmaking expenses, mentorship, a Screening
Room Pro account, networking opportunities and more.

Applicants must either have completed at least one feature documentary project previously; completed at least one published documentary photography project; worked as the lead editor, producer or cinematographer on a feature documentary project; or completed a trailer or sample of the current project.

The deadline is Dec. 1.

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NPPF offers photojournalism Scholarships [US]

Undergraduate and graduate students, focusing on photojournalism, who will not have graduated by the end of spring semester 2020 can apply.

The National Press Photographers Foundation will award a new US$4,000 and several U$2,000 scholarships.

The scholarships aim to encourage those with the talent and dedication to photojournalism and who need financial help to continue their studies.

Applicants must be enrolled full-time in a four-year college or university in the United States. International students at U.S. universities are also eligible.

The deadline is Dec. 2.

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Youth and rural development photo contest open[Latin America]

Latin American and Caribbean photographers ages 18 to 35 years of age can submit their work to this contest.

The International Fund for Agricultural Development seeks entries for its photo contest on the theme
"Youth and rural development." The contest aims to promote youth participation in Latin America and the Caribbean's rural development.

Entries must show young people engaged in rural activities, with a focus on innovative practices and solutions.

Three winners will travel to the award ceremony for the Rural Youth Innovation Award. In addition to the trip, the three winners will receive training in digital communication.

The deadline to apply is Dec. 16.


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Sharjah Art Foundation seeks production applications [MENA, South Asia]

Artists and art practitioners from across the MENASA region are invited to apply for this program.

The Sharjah Art Foundation is accepting applications to its production program, which aims to support innovation and excellence in artistic practice through the encouragement of experimentation and risk-taking.

The program offers production grants to artists working in a range of media, including sculpture, installation, time-based media, artist’s books and performance.

A total of US$200,000 is available in this application cycle.

The deadline is Jan 10, 2020.

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TAI Photo Grant launched [Worldwide]

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

The Transparency and Accountability Initiative (TAI) has launched the TAI Photo Grant. The initiative seeks to promote conversation around transparency and accountability issues.

Photos can focus on manifestations of transparency and accountability in how citizens interact with government, use of public resources, sharing and use of data, integrity of companies and governments, and more.

Contestants may submit up to five photos and a story proposal.

The winner will receive US$8,000 to produce at least 30 photographs related to the themes of government and corporate transparency and accountability.

The deadline is Jan. 13, 2020.

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Grants focuses on reporting tropical rainforests [Africa, Asia]

Journalists interested in covering tropical rainforests can apply for this reporting grant.

The Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting has launched calls for proposals for Rainforest Journalism Fund grants.

The Southeast Asia Rainforest Journalism Fund is open to local or regional media outlets in Southeast Asia. Applications may be received in English or Bahasa Indonesia.

The Congo Basin Rainforest Journalism Fund is open to local or regional media outlets in the Congo Basin. Applications may be received in English or French.

Awards typically range from US$2,500 to US$7,500.

Proposals are accepted on an ongoing basis.



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TRACE International seeks investigative stories on bribery [Worldwide]

Print, broadcast and online reporters who focused on bribery cases can compete for a prize.

TRACE International, a nonprofit anti-bribery organization, hosts a prize for investigative reporting that focuses on uncovering commercial bribery with the goal of advancing transparency in the business community.

Works must have appeared in 2019 and may cover actual violations of law as well as activities that create significant conflicts of interest and related misconduct. Entries not originally written/produced in English must be accompanied by a translation.

Up to two winners will be selected to receive US$10,000 each, in addition to a funded trip to receive their award at a conference organized by TRACE International in mid-2020.

Two honorable mentions will each receive US$1,000.

The deadline to apply is Jan. 31, 2020.


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Journalism Awards seeks entries [US]

Print, broadcast or online journalists working for outlets in the United States can apply for this award.

The Livingston Awards for Young Journalists for local, national and international reporting are an all-media, general-reporting competition in the United States.

Journalists ages 34 and younger can enter works related to current events or new information about old events. Awards of US$10,000 will be given to three journalists.

Works must have been published in 2019. Features and commentary are eligible.

The deadline is Feb. 1, 2020.

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Arab Journalism Award accepting entries (MENA)

Arab journalists can enter this contest.

The Arab Journalism Award, run by the Dubai Press Club, is accepting submissions from journalists who have exhibited creativity, objectivity and the ability to reach a range of sectors in Arab society.

Entries can be made in the following categories: investigative reporting, digital journalism, sports journalism, business journalism, artificial intelligence in media, dialogue journalism, political journalism, cultural journalism, humanitarian journalism, Arabic youth journalism, best journalistic photo, caricatures in journalism and media personality of the year.

Entries must have been published in 2019.

Each category winner will receive a cash prize.

The deadline is Jan. 6, 2020.

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Journalism fellowships available [Worldwide]

Business and economics journalists worldwide with at least four years of experience can apply for a fellowship in New York.

The Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism is accepting applications for its Knight-Bagehot Fellowship in Economics and Business Journalism, which aims to enhance journalists' understanding of business, economics and finance.

Fellows can choose from two academic tracks: a Certificate in Economics and Business Journalism, or the Master of Arts in Journalism. They also participate in off-the-record seminars and dinner meetings with corporate executives, economists and academics, and attend briefings and field trips to New York-based media companies and financial institutions.

Conducted during Columbia’s academic year from August through May, the fellowship accepts up to 10 fellows each year. Fellows receive free tuition plus a stipend to offset living expenses. Housing is available in a Columbia-affiliated facility.

The deadline to apply is Jan. 31, 2020.


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Film festival focuses on women’s issues [Worldwide]

College and high school students can submit their short films and win a US$5,000 cash prize.

The Girls Impact the World Film Festival, presented by Connecther and Eloise DeJoria, is a film festival and scholarship program for high school and undergraduate college students.

The festival accepts short films that either raise awareness or propose solutions to a variety of global women's issues, including maternal health, microfinance initiatives, child marriage, sex-trafficking and poverty alleviation.

Films must be 3 to 6 minutes long and can be narrative, documentary, investigative reporting, music video, animation or curated film (film collage).

The festival will award over US$25,000 in prizes.

Applicants must be 25 or under and currently enrolled undergraduates or full-time high school students.

The deadline is Jan. 20, 2020.

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Journalism program open [US]

Rising juniors and seniors at U.S. universities can apply to participate in a training program.

Politico magazine is organizing its journalism institute to train a new generation of reporters. The program will provide intensive, hands-on training to university students interested in covering government and politics.

The summer session will run May 26 to June 5, 2020.

Room, board and transportation will be provided. Students will split time between American University in Washington and Politico's headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.

Student members of minority journalism associations are encouraged to apply. After completing the program, many students go on to internships or employment at POLITICO and at other news organizations.

The deadline to apply is Jan. 6, 2020.

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