Science Misinformation Journalism Grant

• Eligibility Criteria: The Science Misinformation Journalism Grant Open to U.S. residents and journalists worldwide. Applications are accepted from freelance journalists, staff journalists, or groups of newsrooms collaborating on a project idea. The Pulitzer Center encourages proposals from journalists and newsrooms representing diverse social, racial, ethnic, and underrepresented groups, as well as individuals from varied economic backgrounds.
• Type of Funding: Media Support
• Target Region: Global
• Application Language: English

Objectives

• Support investigative and in-depth journalism tackling science misinformation and disinformation.
• Expose purveyors and platforms spreading false scientific narratives.
• Help newsrooms and journalists develop innovative responses to misinformation.

Project Themes

• The spread of scientific misinformation, pseudoscience, and its impact.
• Journalistic challenges in reporting science news amid disinformation campaigns.
• Identifying actors and organizations benefiting from science misinformation.
• Unique perspectives on the role of mass media in amplifying pseudoscience.
  Creative approaches to countering misinformation using innovative storytelling methods (e.g.,
• data journalism, podcasts, documentary videos, social media platforms).

Financial Support: Funding amounts vary based on project scope. Applicants should propose budgets appropriate to their projects.

Deadline: Rolling

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