Grants for documenting human migration open [Worldwide]

Storytellers, conservationists, educators and researchers can apply for a grant.

National Geographic Society is accepting applications for its Request for Proposals grant with a focus on documenting human migrations.

Projects must document the causes and effects of one or more examples of present-day human migration; document the lives of present-day migrants, their journeys and receiving communities; or develop and test out classroom resources, curricula or public outreach materials that aim to increase understanding of the migrant experience and acceptance of migrant communities.

A typical grant will be less than US$30,000, but applicants may request up to U$70,000.

The deadline is July 10.

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Grants for media projects available [Worldwide]

Independent media organizations, Independent media organizations civic groups and associations can apply.

The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is seeking proposals for projects that advance democratic goals and strengthen democratic institutions.

NED encourages applications from organizations working in diverse environments including newly established democracies, semi-authoritarian countries, highly repressive societies and countries undergoing democratic transition.

Grant amounts vary depending on the size and scope of the projects, but the average grant lasts 12 months and is around US$50,000.

NED is interested in proposals from organizations for nonpartisan programs that seek to: promote and defend human rights and the rule of law, support freedom of information and independent media, and promote accountability and transparency.

The deadline is June 21.

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Omnicom Group offers social media internship program [UAE]

Graduates in journalism and communication can apply for a social media internship in Dubai.

Omnicom Group (OMC), a leading global advertising and marketing communications services company, is looking for interns who are interested to learn how content is developed, created and managed.

Responsibilities include the development of creative ideas, copywriting and editing, execution of digital campaigns, project management and content production.

Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic is essential.

Apply now.

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Journalism program available [Europe, Central Asia]

Journalists from Russia, Ukraine, the Baltic countries, Eastern Europe, Central Asia and the Caucasus region with three to 20 years of experience can apply for this program.

"Perspectives," a joint initiative of the Robert Bosch Stiftung, the Fritt Ord Foundation and the Thomson Reuters Foundation, hosts the "Cross-Border Journalism" program, which will give participants from different countries an opportunity to work together.

Possible project topics include refugee and migrant crises, climate changes, food products and their export/import, media, civil society and more.

The selected candidates will receive funding and distance mentoring, in addition to participating in seminars.

The language of the program is Russian.

The deadline to apply is June 13.

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JAWS offers fellowships [US]

Women journalists can apply to attend a conference.

The Journalism and Women Symposium (JAWS) offers fellowships to the JAWS Conference and Mentoring Project (CAMP), for three days of training, networking and professional development.

This year’s JAWS CAMP will take place Sept. 20 to 22 in Williamsburg, Virginia.

The Boylan v NYT Fellowship is open to women journalists of color who have at least three years of professional experience.

The Emerging Journalist Fellowship is intended for women who have one to five years of professional journalism experience.

The fellowships cover transportation, lodging, conference registration and most meals.

The deadline to apply is June 28.



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Award seeks entries on media freedom [Somalia]

Early-career journalists and students can enter this contest.

The British Embassy in Somalia has launched the Young Somali Voices journalism prize.

The contest aims to highlight the importance of defending media freedom and demonstrate the key role that the media play in creating an inclusive and open society. 

Entries must be a photograph or a short video about a positive and unique story in Somalia.

The organizers are finalizing on the details of the prize, which may include mentorship/training opportunities outside the country.

The deadline is June 7.

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Arizona State University offers fellowship [Worldwide]

Professional journalists with at least seven years of experience can apply for this fellowship in Tempe, Arizona.

The Arizona State University seeks candidates for its Fellowship in Transdisciplinary Science. This year's focus is earth and space sciences.

The fellow will spend a month participating in related field work, workshops, conferences and offsite meetings and courses.

Applicants must have a demonstrated record of accomplishment in covering science, technology, environment or medicine in the national or international news media.

The fellowship provides a US$8,000 stipend and a budget for appropriate off campus activities and travel.

The deadline is July 1.

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IJNR offers Journalism fellowship on fishery, mining [North America]

Journalists interested in natural resources issues can apply for this all-expenses-paid fellowship.

The Institute for Journalism and Natural Resources (IJNR) is accepting applications for a weeklong learning expedition to Bristol Bay, Alaska.

The expedition, which will take place Aug. 31 to Sept. 7, is designed for reporters and editors who are interested in learning firsthand about the various natural resource issues in the region.

Topics include mining in the Bristol Bay watershed; fisheries management, and commercial and subsistence fishing; sports fishing, tourism and the recreation economy; indigenous sovereignty and resources management; salmon ecosystems; climate change; and more.

The deadline is June 26.


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Fellowship on earth and space sciences available [Worldwide]

Professional journalists with at least seven years of experience can apply for this fellowship in Tempe, Arizona.

The Arizona State University seeks candidates for its Fellowship in Transdisciplinary Science. This year's focus is earth and space sciences.

The fellow will spend a month participating in related field work, workshops, conferences and offsite meetings and courses.

Applicants must have a demonstrated record of accomplishment in covering science, technology, environment or medicine in the national or international news media.

The fellowship provides a US$8,000 stipend and a budget for appropriate off campus activities and travel.

The deadline is July 1.

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Yahoo seeks senior editor [China]

Experienced financial journalists can apply for a position in Hong Kong.

Yahoo is seeking a senior editor to be the editorial voice of Yahoo Hong Kong Finance and its related social media, video and mobile products.

The senior editor will work on daily editorial tasks, content development and user needs analysis. He or she will also liaise with content providers, formulate content partnership and manage content budget.

Applicants should have at least five years of solid experience in financial media, with an extensive network in the financial sector. Proficiency in English and Chinese is essential. Internet and mobile production experience is a strong plus.

Apply now.


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