The Ariadne Network, which brings European donors and staff together to work in support of human rights, social change, and justice, released a seminal guide in collaboration with the Transparency and Accountability Initiative earlier this year. Written by Sameer Padania, “An Introduction to Funding Journalism and Media,” offers clear and detailed advice to guide those wishing to venture into funding journalism and media projects with the right tools necessary to navigate the funding landscape.
DIGITAL PLATFORMS, REGULATION, AND MEDIA SUSTAINABILITY: A LESSON FOR EUROPE FROM DOWN UNDER
Given the reality of today’s online environment and what it means for conveying accurate, high-quality information, it is important to address underlying mechanisms that have enabled the manipulation of online information spaces. By also addressing how information is created and disseminated from a market viewpoint, not simply a content viewpoint, it paints a more holistic picture of the challenges faced in keeping a citizenry informed.
OPEN IRAQ INITIATIVE: TRANSFORMING PUBLIC DATA INTO CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT
Internews is offering a 200 hour training program. The Open Iraq initiative aims to promote the participation of Iraqi women in governance by enabling them to access, analyze, and use data on government budgets and advocate for gender equality in public expenditure. The Open Iraq training sessions, story incubators, and ongoing mentorship will be conducted […]
JORDAN: DATA FOR CHANGE: PROMOTING GOVERNMENT TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
Internews is offering will a 200-hour training program, starting in February 2019 with an initial 2-week data literacy training. Three one-week training sessions will follow over the course of 12 months. At the conclusion of each training, participants will be given weekly assignments that culminate in story publication prior to the next training session. Basic […]
IAPA 2019 SUBMISSIONS FOR JOURNALISM AWARDS NOW OPEN
The Inter American Press Association (IAPA) now is accepting submissions for its 2019 journalism awards. Entries in 13 award categories are open to journalists from the Americas including the Caribbean; and Spain. Participants need not belong to IAPA. Deadline: 30 January 2019 For more information, click here
DATA JOURNALISM FELLOWSHIP WITH DEUTSCHE WELLE IN GERMANY
Deutsche Welle (DW) has opened up a data journalism internship. The program combines tailored trainings and networking opportunities, offering selected fellows a unique and exclusive opportunity to learn, exchange ideas and connect with their counterparts around the world to become advocates of data journalism in their own countries. Fellows receive up to € 2,000 to […]
THE CATHOLIC MEDIA COUNCIL OPENS SCHOLARSHIP FOR MASTERS PROGRAM
The Catholic Media Council (CAMECO) has opened a scholarship fund in Master and Postgraduate programmes in communications. For more information, click here
EU COMMISSION REQUESTING PROPOSALS FOR ENHANCING GOVERANCE IN MALAYSIA
Deadline: Ongoing
The European Commission has launched a call for proposals: “Enhancing CSOs’ Contribution to Governance and Development Processes in Malaysia.”
PANOS INSTITUTE RECRUITING THREEE NEW JOB ROLES IN ORGANISATION
The Panos Institute (PIWA) is advertising for three new job opportunities within the organisation: 1. Director General 2. Programs Director 3. Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Deadline: 21 December For more information, click here
EU CALL FOR PROPOSALS: FUNDING OF PROJECTS IN MALAYSIA
Deadline: 24 January 2019
Call for proposals: Funding of projects in Malaysia. The thematic is about enhancing CSOs’ Contribution to Governance and Development Processes, notably through the media as key actor to promote good governance, transparency and accountability (Objective 2).
THE WASHINGTON POST IS SEEKING JOURNALISTS FOR VARIOUS ROLES
Deadline: Ongoing
The Washington Post is currently hiring experienced journalists and editors for a number of new and exciting roles, including editors, correspondents, and bureau chiefs.
MOSCOW STATE UNIVERSITY SEEKING JOURNALISM STUDENTS FOR INTERNSHIP
Deadline: 28 February 2019
The Moscow State University is looking for journalism students studying in Russia to take part in the six week internship in Germany.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY FOR ARAB STUDENTS TO STUDY IN NETHERLANDS
Deadline: 15 February 2019
The Lutfia Rabbani Foundation and the Leiden University Fund are supporting students who demonstrate exceptional academic excellence and a strong motivation to promote Euro-Arab dialogue.
IAPA’S 2019 EXCELLENCE IN JOURNALISM AWARD NOW OPEN
Deadline: 30 January 2019
Inter American Press Association (IAPA) has launched the 2018 Excellence in Journalism Award, calling for submissions from journalists in The Americas and from Spain.
REPORTING GRANTS FROM IWMF ON REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH AND RIGHTS
Deadline: 31 December
The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) have opened applications for reporting grants focusing on Reproductive Health, Rights, and Justice in the Americas.
THE INAUGURAL GLOBAL REPORTER PRIZE 2019 IN SWITZERLAND
Deadline: 10 January 2019
Join True Story for the 2019 Inaugural Global Reporter Prize, which will be held in Bern, Switzerland, on 30 August 2019.
MEMBERSHIP PUZZLE IS OFFERING FUNDING GRANTS OF $700,000
Deadline: 20 May 2019
The Membership Puzzle has opened applications for a funding grant of US$700,000 to support and include interactivity in news organisations.
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR THE EUROPEAN PRESS PRIZE 2019
Deadline: 14 December
Applications are open for journalists to submit their ideas and proposals for the European Press Prize 2019.