Journalism Opportunities

 Published yesterday:  GIJN has opened submissions for the 2026 Sigma Awards, inviting journalists worldwide to submit their best data journalism projects published in 2025.

 Published 5 days ago:  WAN-IFRA’s 2026 Digital Media Awards introduce a unified global process, streamlining entries and timelines to honor outstanding digital journalism across all regions fairly.

 Published 2 weeks ago:  The Poynter Institute announces its 2026 Leadership Academy for Women in Media, empowering 40 participants to lead and innovate in global journalism.

 Published 2 weeks ago:  Apply now for the Al Jazeera Media Institute’s 2025 Fellowship, fully funded for journalists and researchers to advance global media innovation in Doha.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  The Pulitzer Center is offering global reporting grants for journalists worldwide, funding high-impact projects on underreported issues with rolling applications in 2025.

 Published last month:  The New York Times is accepting applications for its 2025 fellowship, a one-year journalism training program for emerging reporters, editors, and visual journalists. Deadline: November 19, 2025.

 Published last month:  Alfred Friendly Press Partners invites exiled journalists in the US to apply for its 2026 four-week fellowship offering training, support, and a $2,000 stipend.

 Published last month:  Harvard University opens 2026 Nieman Fellowship applications for journalists worldwide. Apply by December 1, 2025 (international) or January 31, 2026 (U.S.) to join the prestigious program.

 Published last month:  Apply by Dec 31, 2025, for Stringer Foundation grants supporting courageous journalists reporting human rights abuses, corruption, and global threats.

 Published last month:  Applications are open for the 2026-27 Knight-Wallace Fellowships at the University of Michigan. Journalists worldwide can apply by December 1 or February 1 deadlines.

 Published 3 months ago:  Join global media leaders at JournalismAI Festival 2025 in London this November. Explore how AI is transforming newsrooms, reporting, and audience engagement.

 Published 3 months ago:  The Society of Environmental Journalists is now accepting submissions for the 2025 SEJ Awards, recognizing excellence in environmental journalism. Winners may receive up to $10,000 and other prestigious honors.

 Published 3 months ago:  Applications for the 2026–2027 Chevening Scholarships are now open. The UK Government is offering fully funded postgraduate opportunities for global leaders. Apply by October 7, 2025.

 Published 3 months ago:  The AIPS Sport Media Awards 2025 are now open for submissions. Sports journalists, photographers, and broadcasters worldwide can enter their best work for global recognition and cash prizes.

 Published 4 months ago:  Join a free Poynter webinar on September 9 to learn how to cover mental health equity. Ideal for journalists across beats, this session provides tools to report with accuracy, empathy, and impact.

 Published 4 months ago:  The Pulitzer Center is offering reporting grants to journalists covering vital ocean and fisheries issues, including illegal fishing, biodiversity loss, and the blue economy. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

 Published 4 months ago:  IPI’s Local News Accelerator 2025 offers local publishers around the world a chance to innovate, grow audiences, and build financially and editorially sustainable newsrooms through personalized support and global peer networking.

 Published 4 months ago:  ICFJ, with support from the Scripps Howard Foundation, is offering full scholarships to international journalists for the University of Maryland’s data journalism training program, starting August 2025.

 Published 4 months ago:  The McGraw Center for Business Journalism is offering up to $15,000 in grants to experienced journalists for in-depth reporting on business and the global economy. Apply by October 13.

 Published 6 months ago:  NCHR and MMfD launch a journalism fellowship to train reporters on digital rights & gender inclusion in Pakistan. Supported by UNESCO, this initiative aims to bridge the gender digital divide. Apply by May 15, 2025! ENTRIES CLOSED

 Published 7 months ago:  The International Press Institute (IPI) and International Media Support (IMS) invite nominations for the 2025 World Press Freedom Hero and Free Media Pioneer Awards. Recognizing courageous journalists and innovative media, the awards will be presented at IPI’s 75th-anniversary World Congress in Vienna. Submit your nominations by April 30, 2025. ENTRIES CLOSED

 Published 8 months ago:  Apply for the NYU Stern Climate Economics Journalism Fellowship to deepen your understanding of climate economics and its impact on global finance. Applications close on April 20, 2025. ENTRIES CLOSED

 Published 8 months ago:  The National Press Foundation is offering a fully funded journalism training workshop in Singapore from June 22 to 25. The workshop will cover sustainable global trade, investment, politics, and more. Apply by April 6. ENTRIES CLOSED

 Published 8 months ago:  The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism offers up to $15,000 in grants and editorial support for investigative journalists. Apply by April 14, 2025, for the Spring Fellowship. ENTRIES CLOSED

 Published 8 months ago:  EJN is offering grants to media organizations in low- and middle-income countries to improve biodiversity reporting. Apply now for funding to support conservation storytelling and journalist capacity building. ENTRIES CLOSED

 Published 9 months ago:  The Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship 2025 is now accepting applications until April 20, 2025. Open to women and nonbinary journalists focusing on human rights and social justice. ENTRIES CLOSED

 Published 9 months ago:  Applications for the 2026 Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity program are now open. This global fellowship aims to develop leaders committed to eliminating health disparities. Apply now! ENTRIES CLOSED

 Published 9 months ago:  The RAF Fellowship 2025 is open for applications from full-time journalists aged 22-35 from eligible developing countries, including Pakistan. The program, which focuses on UN and global issues, will run from September to October 2025. ENTRIES CLOSED