RAF Memorial Fellowship: Unique opportunity for developing country journalists

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The Reham al-Farra Memorial Journalism (RAF) Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for young journalists from developing countries and transitioning economies to cover the United Nations. Hosted annually at the UN Headquarters in New York, the program coincides with the opening of the General Assembly each fall.

Over the course of the three-week program, fellows can observe the UN in action, interview senior officials, and exchange ideas with international colleagues. The Fellowship covers travel to New York and provides a daily subsistence allowance for accommodation and related expenses. For more information click here.

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