Indigenous Journalism Fellowship

The Indigenous Journalists Association supports and empowers members through the annual Indigenous Journalism Fellowship (IJF), which is open to current Indigenous, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, First Nations and Métis college students, undergraduate and graduate, pursuing media degrees.

The Indigenous Journalism Fellowship was created specifically for aspiring Indigenous journalists and is an opportunity for students to deepen and broaden their reporting and multimedia skills, while learning from tribal journalists and news industry professionals from across the country.

Student fellows work with mentors to produce content throughout the fellowship while completing a virtual curriculum designed to fill in the blanks left by traditional journalism schools. Fellows will work with individually paired mentors representing broadcast, radio, print and digital media. This innovative experience is designed to leverage the inclusivity and accessibility of online learning while allowing fellows to continue with classwork, jobs, internships and other responsibilities.

Who Should Apply

• Any current Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, First Nation, Inuit or Métis college or graduate students pursuing degrees in broadcast, print or digital journalism are eligible to apply.
• Preference will be given to college juniors, seniors and graduate students.
• Recent graduates (no more than six months past graduation) are also eligible to apply.

Costs Covered

• All fellow travel expenses, including registration, travel, hotel and meals, are covered by the Indigenous Journalists Association.
• Indigenous Journalism Fellowship mentors will receive a $500 stipend and a complimentary 2025 Indigenous Media Conference registration upon completion of the fellowship requirements.

How to apply

The deadline for applications is January 31, 2025. To learn more and apply, please click here.