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Earth Journalism Network Fellowship 2019

Earth Journalism Network Fellowship 2019

Fully Funded
Country: India
City: New Dehli
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Earth Journalism Network announces the fellowship application for the UNCC COP14 2019. Moreover, EJN aims to empower and enable journalists from developing countries to cover the environment more effectively. Further, the UNCCD COP14 will be a key gathering to review progress made to control and reverse the further loss of productive land from desertification, land degradation, and drought. A mix of representatives from national, regional and local governments, science and research communities will address these issues. Also, the private sector, international and non-governmental organizations will also be participating in the two-week event.

As part of this Fellowship program, the 2019 group will comprise five selected journalists from Africa and India. ENJ is putting particular emphasis on selecting reporters from arid regions, or drought, and desertification impacted region. Fellows will attend the conference between 6-14 September, where they will engage with other participants and Fellowship program organizers in a series of specially designed activities that will include mentorship, an orientation workshop, breakfast briefings and interviews and sessions with high-level officials.

What are the benefits of the Earth Journalism Network Fellowship?

Amongst costs covered will be nonrefundable economy-class airfare, hotel, meals, and transportation both in-location and in transit. We will also assist with the press accreditation process and provide other support services relating to travel. Please note that the process of obtaining any necessary visas is a Fellow’s responsibility; however, visa costs can be reimbursed.

Who are eligible for the Earth Journalism Network Fellowship?

To be eligible for the Fellowship, applicants must:

  • Be a professional journalist from or representing an established media house and reporting from a developing country;
  • Fill out the application form using the link below, including answering essay questions that illustrate his/her experience reporting on desertification and degradation issues. We also ask you to describe the kinds of stories you might pursue at the conference;
  • Be available to arrive in India on Friday, 6th September and stay until departure on Saturday, 14th Commit to participate in all Fellowship activities;
  • Provide a letter of support from an editor, producer or supervisor who can confirm your ability to publish or broadcast your material in an established media outlet. Freelancers are welcome to apply but must provide a letter of support.

How to apply for the Earth Journalism Network Fellowship?

Eligible candidates may apply for the Earth Journalism Network Fellowship by filling up an online form. Moreover, to apply, the candidates must demonstrate exceptional qualification in journalism. Also, they should produce proof of their prior work.

Deadline

The application for the EJN fellowship 2019 is open until June 23. Hence, the prospective fellows must submit their application by this deadline.

Specifications

Type of Opportunity Conferences Scholarships and Fellowships
Deadline23 June,2019
CountryIndia
CityNew Dehli
Open toAll Nationalities
OrganizerEarth Journalism Network

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