All Hear February 2024
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Hello! Welcome back to All Hear,
The Everything List for Audio Opportunities.
This is my first All Hear as a freelancer… I haven’t been fully freelance since I left university (when it was just a thinly veiled disguise for “unemployed”). Last month, the company I worked for, Broccoli Productions, closed its doors after Sony Music ended its contract early. So, instead of a Spotlight this month, I opted for some reflections on freelancing instead! You can read them over at Transom.org.
There are loads of great opportunities coming up that caught my eye. Ligeti Centri Artists and Scientists Residency sounds fascinating — a three-month-long residency for international artists and scientists specialising in sound and multimedia productions. Sound and science feels like such a beautiful pairing. Canadaland has also just launched CanadaLabs, which includes the “Local Correspondent” Audio Contest for 3-minute local pieces from around Canada, and the Audio Journalism Fellowship Program for college students or recent to work in Canadaland’s newsroom for four months, where they will pitch and produce a 20-minute story. It looks like a really exciting opportunity for aspiring audio journalists.
All Hear is free and always will be, but if you would like to show your support you can buy me a coffee or donate to Transom. This resource exists to make information accessible and to save everyone time when finding funding, but that does mean it takes a lot of time on our end — especially with an increasing number of opportunities each month. So thank you to everyone who has supported us, it really means a lot!
Talia x
International
The Skewer Call for Pitches - The Skewer is a topical sketch comedy programme on BBC Radio 4. It’s told through creative montage (it’s hard to describe, it’s best to listen to to get a proper sense of the show’s style). Season 11’s 8-week run begins on 14th February at 11:15 pm. They accept pitches and pay a flat fee to all contributors: £50/broadcast minute for pieces you put together yourself, £35 for your ideas that The Skewer Team makes on their end, and £25 per “quickie.” This fee takes in all rights for the work on a non-exclusive basis.
The deadlines vary, see their website for more details.
Digital Defenders’ Incident Emergency Fund - a rapid response mechanism for international human rights defenders such as journalists, activists and organisations who are facing digital threats and attacks. The IEF provides up to €10,000 which can be used to cover costs that will directly reduce the risk or impact of a digital attack. If applying for the latter, the application must be related to digital threats or attacks that your organisation experienced in the last three months. They accept applications in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese, but you can submit language requests for alternate languages.
The deadline is rolling.
All The Best Call for Pitches - a weekly podcast and community radio programme where emerging Australian storytellers learn how to make audio stories. They pay $200 per story and offer mentorship with an established producer, as well as access to equipment and resources. They prioritise supporting young, first-time or emerging Australian audio makers but audio storymakers of any level and nationality are welcome. They regularly accept mid-career storymakers who pitch them ideas that no one else will take.
The deadline is rolling.
Kurzstrecke Call for Pitches - Deutschlandfunk Kultur, a national public radio station in Germany, is looking for self-produced audio pieces. They accept radio drama, radio documentary, sound art and anything in between. There is no minimum length, and pieces can be no longer than 20 minutes. The selected pieces are broadcast and discussed in the monthly programme, Kurzstrecke (“Short Route”). They pay, but the rate is unspecified. The programme makers retain all rights. International submissions should be intelligible to the German audience without translation — i.e. either in German or predominantly sound-based.
The deadline is rolling.
The Mirror Awards - an international prize honouring journalists who hold a mirror up to their own industry for the public’s benefit. The competition is open to anyone who conducts reporting, commentary or criticism of the media industries in a format intended for a mass audience — podcasts and audio stories are eligible. They have five categories for single stories with a $1000 prize, as well as one category for a series or a single in-depth piece with a $5000 prize. Submissions must be in English.
The deadline is 15th February.
Flying Carpet Festival Open Call - a volunteer-based arts festival in Mardin, Turkey, is looking for international project proposals. Participation is free but they have a financial assistance programme for select artists in need which can pay for flight tickets, housing, food, transportation, logistics and other requirements. The festival will take place between 20th - 30th September.
The deadline is 15th February.
One World Media Awards - recognition of the best media coverage of low- and middle-income countries in the global south, or indigenous peoples and communities from anywhere in the world. They are looking for stories that break through stereotypes, change the narrative and connect people across cultures. Broadly, countries in the global south are located in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia (excluding Israel, Japan, and South Korea), and Oceania (excluding Asia and New Zealand). They accept countries which are on either of the following lists: the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) or the World Population Review’s Global South Countries. Audio is a relevant medium for most categories, and there is a specific Podcast & Radio Award. Entries cost £165 for organisations, £40 for freelancers and £25 for students, except the Press Freedom Award which is free to enter.
The extended deadline is 15th February, 5 pm GMT.
WPI Fellowship - a 9-week cross-country programme for non-U.S. journalists working outside of the U.S. to meet with and interview subject matter experts in media outlets, think tanks and advocacy organisations from across the U.S. The tour starts in Minneapolis and ends in St. Paul, Minnesota, going through Chicago, New York City, Miami, Austin (Texas), San Francisco and more. The World Press Institute (WPI) pays the following programme expenses: transportation, roundtrip airfare, related travel, lodging and a modest allowance for food. Applicants must have at least five years of full-time employment in print, broadcast or online journalism, including radio and audio, and fluency in both written and spoken English.
The deadline is 15th February.
FIJ Seed Grants - The Fund for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) offers seed grants of $1000 - $2500 to cover the expenses of preliminary investigative reporting such as open-records requests and initial reporting trips. The grants are primarily for freelance journalists and those who are not in full-time staff roles at a media outlet. Journalists must be U.S. based or working on a story with a very strong U.S. angle. Journalists who receive seed funding can apply for full grants (up to $10,000) once they conduct the preliminary reporting and secure a commitment from a media outlet to publish or broadcast the story.
The next deadline is 16th February.
Ligeti Centri Artists and Scientists Residency - a 3-month residency for international artists and scientists specialising in sound and multimedia productions. The residency takes place from July to September in Hamburg, Germany. The purpose is to bridge the arts, sciences, and innovation and to foster high-level creative dialogue between experts from various disciplines. They offer a fully-equipped studio space which includes options for immersive sound production and performance tools, motion capture technologies, and VR/XR solutions. They offer a monthly stipend of €1200 for a single-author residency or €2400 for duos, as well as accommodation and technical support. The selected fellows are expected to deliver a post-residency talk where they present their work and the outcomes of their projects. Applications can be in German or English.
The deadline is 17th February.
The Scholarship for Journalism Diversity Honoring Julie Schoo - a scholarship of $5000 from the National Press Club (NPC) awarded annually to a high school senior from anywhere in the world who appears to be a promising future journalist who will bring diversity to American journalism. The award can be renewed up to three years, for a total of $20,000 toward educational expenses. Applicants must: be in the process of applying to an accredited college or university in the U.S.; have a 3.0 grade-point average or higher; and plan to pursue a career in journalism.
The deadline is 18th February.
Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac Sound Art Residency - a 5-month residency in France for sound artists who come from Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas. The winning artist will receive €8000 as well as housing and travel/material cost reimbursement. They are looking for work which fits with themes, collections and ideas of the museum, whose focus is non-European cultures.
The deadline is 18th February.
Reuters Institute and the University of Oxford’s Journalist Fellowship Programme - an international scheme for around 30 mid-career journalists to take time from their day jobs to explore journalism in depth. Through personal research, seminars, networking events and discussion, fellows further their understanding of journalism and the news industry as a whole. The majority of their fellowships are fully funded, with successful applicants also receiving a stipend (unspecified) to cover living and travel costs. While in Oxford, fellows work on a project that will impact them, their career, their newsroom and the wider media industry.
The deadline is 19th February.
Report for the World Global Call for Newsroom Applications - a call out for international independent news organisations to join Report for the World’s network of host newsroom partners. Newsrooms are asked to make the case for a news beat they want to cover and detail how they will provide support and mentorship to their prospective corps members. In turn, Report for the World will fund half the salary of the full-time reporters for up to three years. They are looking for a combination of need-based support for inaugural beats at media institutions that are covering underrepresented communities and regions, and more consistent support for well-performing outlets that are setting new standards in public interest journalism.
The deadline is 20th February.
Dart Center Ochberg Fellowship Program - an intensive, 1-week seminar programme for international senior and mid-career journalists who wish to deepen their knowledge of emotional trauma and psychological injury and improve reporting on violence, conflict and tragedy. Applicants must have at least five years of professional experience. The seminars are held at Columbia University in New York City, from 30th July to 5th August. The fellowship covers round trip travel, seven nights of lodging, as well as meals and expenses directly related to participation. Both staff journalists and freelancers are welcome to apply, across all forms of media. All fellowship seminars are conducted in English
The deadline is 21st February, 5 pm ET.
Tribeca Audio - Tribeca Festival’s Audio Storytelling programme. Tribeca is looking for narrative-driven audio storytelling across genres and formats — pilots, stand-alone pieces, sound-rich audiobooks, and unclassifiable audio are all welcome as long as they’re story-driven. Official Selections are sorted into four categories: Independent Fiction, Independent Nonfiction, Fiction, and Nonfiction. International applicants are welcome, but they currently only accept English-language pieces. Projects must be 6 - 75 minutes in length and works-in-progress are welcome. NOTE: submissions must not have been made publicly prior to the Festival (i.e. they will premiere at Tribeca). Entries cost $20 early bird, $30 regular and $40 for the final deadline. Reach out to audiopremieres [at] tribecafilm [dot] com or @TribecaAudio if you have any questions. You can read my Spotlight of Tribeca Audio Storytelling here.
The final deadline is 21st February, 6 pm ET.
The Shorty Awards - international awards to honour social media. They have a Podcast section with eleven categories. The entry fees are $449 for early bird deadlines, $549 for regular and $699 for late.
The late deadline is 22nd February, 11:59 pm EDT.
The Whickers Podcast Pitch - an international funding opportunity for narrative podcast series and one-off audio documentaries. Applicants submit up to four minutes of original taster audio for consideration. Five finalists attend the Sheffield Documentary Festival in June 2024 and conduct a live pitch. The winner receives £5000 plus mentorship, and one runner up receives £2000. All finalists receive tickets to the festival, one night’s accommodation, and a contribution of up to £400 per project towards their travel expenses. The programme must be in English.
The deadline is 25th February, 11:59 pm GMT.
Short Cuts Open Pitching Round - Short Cuts is a BBC Radio 4 programme and podcast produced by Falling Tree Productions. Each episode is around 30 minutes long, filled with short form documentary pieces which are between 30 seconds and ten minutes. You can pitch to produce one of these short pieces. This round, they are open to pitches of any theme. International applicants are welcome but pieces must be understandable to an English-speaking audience. They offer £700 per piece, which is calculated as £230 a day for three days of work. You can listen to the show here. Email shortcuts [at] fallingtree [dot] co [dot] uk to get on their mailing list for the next pitch call out.
The deadline is 26th February, 11:59 pm GMT.
Indigenous Journalism Fellowship - a 6-week virtual training for Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, First Nation, Inuit or Métis people who are current college or graduate students pursuing degrees in broadcast, print or digital journalism. Fellows must attend the Indigenous Media Conference in Oklahoma City from 23rd to 28th July; The Indigenous Journalism Association (IJA) will provide travel assistance.
The deadline is 27th February.
Sound of the Year Awards - free-to-enter international awards for sounds. They have nine categories including Best Natural Sound, Most Unpleasant Sound and Best Imagined Sound. They also have a Children's Category this year. All sounds must have been recorded/made/heard within a year of submission. Winners will receive a LOM microphone.
The deadline is 29th February, 6 pm GMT.
Titanik A.i.R Open Call - a 2-month residency for international artists working at the intersection of sound and performance art to live and work in Turku, Finland. The programme aims to provide time and space for artists to focus on their work without the pressure of presenting a final piece. However, at the end of the residency artists are welcome to share a work in progress in some format if they wish. They offer free accommodation and studio space, but artists are expected to fund their own travel, living and working expenses. The studio is not currently wheelchair accessible. They accept applications in Finnish and English.
The deadline is 29th February.
The O’Shaughnessy Fellowship - a 1-year, fully remote programme for ambitious international people who want to build something great. Successful applicants receive $100,000 to work on any project they choose with support from O’Shaughnessy Ventures's (OSV) network of founders, investors, and experts. Fellows do not have to quit their jobs to take part. Applicants must be over 18 years old. They also have a sister programme, O'Shaughnessy Grants, which offers $10,000 for projects. They plan to award around 10 fellowships and 20 grants each year.
The deadline is 29th February.
Covering Climate Now Journalism Awards - free-to-enter awards recognising the best in global climate storytelling. They have 14 subject-based categories which accept any medium, as well as the “emerging journalists of the year” category for early-career journalists whose work shows exceptional promise.
The deadline is 1st March, 11:59 pm ET.
The Franco-German Journalism Prize - a competition celebrating outstanding journalistic work that contributes to a better understanding of Franco-German and European relations. This could be France-related topics from a German perspective, European issues from the perspective of either of the two countries, or Franco-German topics from the perspective of a third country. Audio can be submitted in three categories: News, Documentary, Investigation. Category winners receive €6000. The prize is open to all authors and editorial teams irrespective of whether they are working freelance, for public sector or for commercial media. The award ceremony is alternately held in Paris and Berlin. Submissions must be in German or French, or containing a German or French “summary.”
The deadline is 1st March.
Fellowship for Advancing Science Journalism in Africa and the Middle East - a 1-semester fellowship, hosted by the Knight Science Journalism Program at MIT, designed to enrich the training of a journalist from Africa or the Middle East so they can contribute to a culture of high quality science and health journalism in those regions. Applicants must have at least three years’ experience reporting on science, health or environmental issues in the region. They offer a $40,000 stipend; MIT health insurance; a $5000 housing and relocation stipend; networking opportunities; and full access to MIT benefits such as subsidised public transportation, access to museums and other programs in the area.
The deadline is 1st March.
IJP Southern African Bursary - a scholarship held by the International Journalist Programme (IJP) which enables Southern African and German journalists between the ages of 25 and 40 to work in each other’s countries. Southern Africa in this case constitutes Angola, Botswana, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Kenya. The recipients will be integrated into the day-to-day journalism of their host newsroom while researching stories for their home media. The delegates receive €3000 which is intended to cover most of their travel expenses, meals and accommodation. Candidates must have a strong command of English. Radio journalists are welcome to apply.
The deadline is 1st March.
Arthur F. Burns Fellowship (for North Americans) - a 9-week exchange fellowship for young North American journalists to live and work in Germany. Applicants must be between 21-40 years old with at least two years professional, full time journalism experience. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a strong interest in North American-European affairs, and German language proficiency is encouraged but not required (candidates will attend a 2-week intensive language course). Each fellow receives a $4000 stipend to cover living expenses in Germany, as well as $1500 for travel. Freelance and staff journalists can apply.
The deadline is 1st March.
The Uproot Project Environmental Justice Fellowship - 1-year project-based grants for seven international journalists of colour to shed light on undercovered environmental justice stories which highlight how key environmental issues of our time are inextricably linked with other forms of inequity. Projects can be in any medium. Applicants must be members of The Uproot Project (it’s free to join). Applicants can be staff or freelance. Fellows receive up to $2000 to cover travel and other reporting expenses as well as support from Uproot to place their stories with a media outlet if requested.
The deadline is 1st March, 11:59 pm ET.
Awards for Excellence in Health Care Journalism - awards honouring the best international health reporting in print, broadcast, and online media. First-place winners receive $500 and a framed certificate, as well as complimentary lodging for two nights and registration for the Association of Health Care Journalism’s annual conference, where winners will be recognised. They have an Audio Reporting category, as well as others that allow for audio submission. They also have a Student Reporting category. Non-English entries are allowed but they must include an English translation and a letter from the news outlet certifying the translation’s accuracy. Entries cost between $15 and $75 depending on various factors.
The regular deadline is 1st March, 5 pm ET.
IWMF Courage in Journalism Awards - The International Women’s Media Foundation are honouring international women and non-binary journalists who “set themselves apart by exhibiting extraordinary bravery, persistence and resilience.” The awards are open to third-party nominations only (i.e. you cannot nominate yourself).
The deadline is 3rd March.
DYSTOPIA Sound Art Biennial Open Call - an open call for sound artists living or working on the Indian subcontinent, as well as across the European region. DYSTOPIA is an exhibition organised around the theme of “dys/utopia” which brings together a diverse range of sound art related artistic practices, including installations, performances, experimental music, listening sessions, and projects in the public space. They offer €1500 for a new project or €500 for an existing work. Additionally, they will cover transportation, travel and accommodation costs where necessary. The event will take place in September.
The deadline is 3rd March.
The Onassis AiR Extended Research Residencies - 3-month residencies for creative practitioners from all disciplines who are yearning for space, focused time, and stimulating conversations that can help to kick off, further develop, or finalise a project. They invite those who are interested in engaging with the locale of Athens and are open to moments of exchange and collective research and study. All selected participants will receive an artist’s fee of €1300 per month, a research budget of €1000, housing, travel to and from Athens, a collective budget for group site-visits and research trips, networking opportunities, and access to mentoring and audiovisual equipment.
The deadline is 4th March, 12 pm EEST.
IJA Indigenous Media Awards - recognising outstanding coverage by Indigenous and non-Indigenous journalists across the U.S. and Canada, hosted by The Indigenous Journalists Association (IJA). Professional Divisions are reserved for Indigenous journalists who are members of the IJA, and Associate Divisions are reserved for non-Indigenous entrants, including students. The Best Multimedia category allows for audio submissions. Entries cost $50 ($25 for members or $10 for student members). There are also three special free-to-nominate awards: The IJA-Medill Milestone Achievement Award which grants $5000 to someone who has made significant contributions to journalism in the past; The Tim Giago Free Press Award which grants $2500 to an IJA member who has shown dedication and commitment to upholding freedom of the press, information and transparency within their Indigenous community; and The IJA Richard LaCourse Award for Investigative Journalism which offers $500 to an Indigenous journalist or a team that creatively uses digital tools in the role of community watchdog to create groundbreaking work.
The deadline is 8th March.
The Publisher Podcast Awards - free-to-enter international awards for podcasts made by those in publishing. The definition of a publisher is an “organisation of any size whose primary purpose is to publish editorial content in at least one other medium than audio to an audience across print or online.” The podcasts must be in English.
The deadline is 8th March.
The German-Japan Journalists' Programme - an 8-week exchange programme for German and Japanese journalists to spend time in the respective other countries. Participants will discover their host country from a correspondent's perspective while building international networks and exchanging knowledge. Journalists between the ages of 28 to 45 (NOTE: elsewhere on the application it says between 25 and 45) who regularly contribute to newspapers, TV and radio media, as well as online services, can apply. Each scholar will receive a single payment of €4000 to subsidise travel, accommodation, health insurance and personal expenses during their stay; payment by the host media is not to be expected. Very good English-language skills are expected.
The deadline is 8th March.
International Women’s Podcast Festival Call for Speaker Applications - the International Women’s Podcast Festival is looking for talented women from all areas of podcasting who will deliver interesting workshops and panels, both practical and inspirational. All speakers are paid (unspecified) on a set scale based on the type of session they are running. The festival is on Saturday 5th October 2024.
The deadline is 13th March, 11:59 pm GMT.
Reham al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship - a 3-week programme for journalists aged 22 to 35 from developing countries and countries with economies in transition to cover the United Nations. Successful applicants travel to New York to cover the opening of the General Assembly for their news outlets. Fellows have an opportunity to attend special briefings, interview senior officials and exchange ideas with colleagues from around the world. The programme also arranges visits to various news organisations, such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and ProPublica. Applicants can be staff or freelance, as long as they are working full time. Fellows can publish their stories in their own language but must have a proficiency in English. See their FAQ for a list of the eligible countries. Applicants must be living and working in one of those countries.
The deadline is 15th March.
Maria Moors Cabot Prizes - honouring reporting on Latin America and the Caribbean by international journalists who, in their work and throughout their careers, have contributed to promoting greater inter-American understanding of the region. They offer a $5000 honorarium. Applicants must be based in the Western Hemisphere or have a long record of reporting on the region. Applicants can be freelance or staff.
The deadline is 16th March.
TruePlay Innovative Podcaster Award - a free-to-enter international competition celebrating innovation in podcasting, encompassing the art of storytelling, ingenuity, captivating audience interest, and exceptional technical finesse. The contest is open to all podcast genres and themes, focusing on innovation, engaging content, and impactful delivery. Winners are awarded a $5000 grant. Non-English podcasts should provide transcripts or summaries in English.
The deadline is 17th March.
URTI International Radio Grand Prix - a free-to-enter competition which rewards international radio programmes for their efforts of research and originality. Each year has a different theme — this year’s is “Radio: a century informing, entertaining and educating.” All radio forms are eligible, including reports, documentaries, essays, fiction, sound compositions, and children’s stories. The main prize is $500. Entrants must be a broadcast or radio production organisation. The maximum accepted length is 52 minutes. Entries can be in any language but a French or English translation should be provided for non-English and non-French programmes.
The deadline is 18th March.
The Reporting Award - $12,500 funding for a significant work of journalism, in any medium, on an underreported subject in the public interest. NOTE: Applicants cannot be journalists holding staff positions at established media outlets that are in a position to fund such projects on their own. The opportunity is international but the project must be in English and must be accepted for publication by a reputable media outlet with a wide circulation.
The deadline is 18th March.
The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism (Spring) - a fellowship for experienced journalists (freelance or staff) in any medium to produce deeply reported enterprise and investigative stories that delve into economic, financial or business issues across a wide array of subjects. They provide grants of up to $15,000 along with editorial support. Applicants must have at least five years professional experience in journalism. International applicants are welcome but the stories must be published in English in a U.S. media outlet. Proposed pieces can be in a range of mediums, including audio.
The deadline is 29th March.
The Gordon N. Fisher/JHR Journalism Fellowship - a 1-year opportunity of education, reflection, and peer development at the University of Toronto for mid-career journalists from “JHR’s programme countries in the Middle East and Sub Saharan Africa.” NOTE: I can’t find specification of which countries exactly are eligible. Applicants must have at least five years’ experience. Freelance journalists working consistently in the media over a five-year period are also eligible. There are no educational prerequisites. They provide: a stipend of $4900 per month for the 8-month university year, all university fees; travel expenses to and from Toronto for the Fellow and their family; and travel expenses for organised trips during the programme. Successful applicants are expected to refrain from all professional work during the residency period. Applicants must be proficient in English.
The deadline is 31st March.
United States
Black Male Journalism Workshop - a 1-week training programme at New York University which seeks to identify and rectify the underrepresentation of African American males in newsrooms across the U.S. The Black Male Journalism Workshop welcomes all U.S. college students who appreciate the programme’s mission, regardless of their identity or background, though Black males with aligned interests and career goals are particularly encouraged to apply. During the workshop students will receive hands-on instruction from NYU faculty and visiting professionals and get the opportunity to report and produce their own multimedia stories. The programme runs from 2nd to 8th June. NYU provides the training, housing, meals and transportation. Students must have completed their freshman year by summer 2024.
The deadline is 15th February.
Best of the West Awards - a journalistic competition for individuals or organisations based in the American West. They accept audio journalism and/or art submissions in most categories, but they also have a specific Audio Storytelling category. The awards cost $20 per entry. Non-English language entries accepted, provided there is an English transcript.
The deadline is 15th February, 11:59 pm PT.
Higher Ed Media Fellowship - a 6-month, non-residential programme for 62 early- and mid-career journalists from U.S. based news outlets who are looking to complete Career and Technical Education (CTE) reporting projects. Topics could include data sourcing and analysis, best practices for solutions journalism, and the intersection of postsecondary education and civic learning. They accept applicants from print, online, TV, and radio news outlets. Each fellow will receive $10,000 ($5000 as a stipend and $5000 towards their proposed reporting project).
The deadline is 15th February, 11:59 pm ET.
Jimmie & Suey Fong Yee Grants - two $2000 Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) scholarships for a current student and a recent graduate in the U.S. pursuing sports journalism. Successful applicants must produce a print, digital, audio or visual story about Asians or Asian American-Pacific Islander (AAPIs) in sports. The grants can also offset costs for registration, travel, accommodations and meals for AAJA’s annual National Convention. Applicants must be a member of the AAJA and provide a statement of financial need.
The deadline is 15th February.
Al Young Sports Journalism Scholarship - a $2000 Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) scholarship for currently enrolled undergraduate students of Asian American-Pacific Islander descent pursuing sports journalism as a career. Applicants must: be a member of the AAJA; have a minimum 3.0 grade-point average; provide a statement of financial need; and use the scholarship funds to directly support or advance their education. The selected recipient must also commit to a minimum of five hours of volunteer work for the AAJA Sports Task Force.
The deadline is 15th February.
Ida B. Wells Investigative Reporting Internship Programme (Summer) - paid full time 10- to 12-week placements for U.S. based college juniors, seniors, graduate students, and recent graduates to work at some of the nation’s top news organisations — including NPR. All internships are in-person and paid at the standard rate of the respective news organisation, but an additional stipend (unspecified) will be provided to help cover travel and housing costs. Applicants must be: no more than three years out of college; members of the Ida B. Wells Society for Investigative Reporting (becoming a member is free and open to all); and legally authorised to work in the U.S.
The deadline is 18th February, 11:59 pm ET.
The Richard G. Zimmerman Scholarship - a one-time $5000 scholarship from the The National Press Club (NPC) for a high school senior in the U.S. who is in the process of applying to an accredited college or university in the U.S. and wishes to pursue a career in journalism. Applicants must have a 3.0 and above grade-point average.
The deadline is 18th February.
The Wes Vernon Broadcast Scholarship - a scholarship of $5000 from the The National Press Club (NPC) awarded annually to a student in the U.S. who demonstrates a commitment to a career in broadcast journalism. The award can be renewed up to three years, for a total of $20,000 toward educational expenses.
The deadline is 18th February.
NTBG Environmental Journalism Program - a 1-week immersive programme at the National Tropical Botanical Garden in Hawaii which provides a background in tropical botany, ecology, and biocultural conservation for journalists in order to enhance well-informed, accurate reporting on environmental issues with a focus on tropical and island systems. They take a progressive approach that honours Indigenous legacies and integrates cultural values. Applicants can be freelance or staff, working in broadcast, print, online, and other media. They provide free on-site shared housing, airport transfer, and ground transportation, but programme participants are responsible for the cost of their own airfare, meals, incidentals, and any additional expenses such as U.S. visas. The programme takes place from 12th to 18th May.
The deadline is 21st February, 5 pm ET.
KCUR's Aviva Okeson-Haberman Internship Program (Summer) - an educational programme that provides U.S. based students, recent graduates and other potential journalists with skills, relationships and resources that will help them pursue careers in public media, journalism and/or non-profits. Internships pay $15/hour, and interns may receive academic credit if an agreement is made between KCUR and the intern's college or university.
The deadline is 23rd February.
National Science-Health-Environment Reporting Fellowships - an opportunity for early-career, U.S. based journalists who are pursuing — or have a strong interest in pursuing — careers in science, health or environmental reporting. The curriculum will include lessons interpreting medical studies, analysing data, explaining evidence-based decisions, understanding climate science and more. The workshops will take place at three 4-day conferences in April, June and November respectively. They will also provide mentorship and networking opportunities. Applicants can be staff or freelance, and freelancers will be awarded a reporting project support stipend of $2000. Applicants must have at least two years of professional experience.
The deadline is 23rd February, 5 pm CT.
Stanford’s StoryLab - an opportunity for Stanford University's students, faculty and staff to learn the craft of storytelling. StoryLab helps successful applicants build vivid, compelling stories out of their research, personal experiences, imagination, and insights. They have audio-specific mentors.
The deadline is 24th February, 11:59 pm PT.
California Local News Fellowship - a 2-year paid placement programme for early-career digital, print, video, audio, photo and multimedia journalists to work in local newsrooms across California. Fellows receive a full-time salary (unspecified), benefits from the University of California, as well as intensive mentoring, training, and support from experienced journalism leaders. Audio-relevant partners include KCBX Public Radio and Radio Bilingüe, and several others which offer some audio experience.
The deadline is 25th February.
LAist Internships - 12-week internships aimed at college students or recent graduates to work in the LAist newsroom. The placement could be in any of the following areas: Newscast or Shows, Digital, Community Engagement or Podcasts. They pay $18.66/hour. The internships are anticipated to begin in June. It does not specify, but I assume that applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.
The deadline is 25th February, 5 pm PT.
Women in Politics Journalism Fellowship - a 4-day training opportunity held by the National Press Foundation in Washington, D.C., for U.S. based journalists to enhance skills, increase knowledge and recharge their work when it comes to reporting on women lawmakers. The foundation will cover airfare, hotel costs and most meals. The training will take place from 15th to 18th April. Editors must commit to freeing their reporters from daily news obligations during the conference.
The deadline is 26th February.
The Art Meets Activism Grant - funding for feminist artists and organisations in Kentucky to lead community members in participatory art making that directly advances positive social change. Applicants must demonstrate their commitment to feminism, their ability to make participatory communal art, and have a concrete plan for positive social change through arts-based activities.
The deadline is 26th February, 5 pm ET.
Tulsa Artist Fellowship - a 3-year fellowship intended to foster an equitable environment where a diverse and inclusive community of artists and arts workers have the opportunity to live and thrive professionally in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Artists can be from any medium and/or discipline as long as they have a minimum of five years of arts experience. Over the three years they provide: a $150,000 stipend, a $36,000 housing stipend, a one-time $1500 relocation stipend, fully subsidised studio space with equipment, childcare reimbursements for any fellowship activities, and unspecified stipends for a studio assistant and health and wellness activities. Applicants must be at least 25 years old and U.S. citizens, permanent legal residents, or O-1 Visa holders.
The deadline is 28th February.
NABJ-ESPN Stuart Scott Internship - a paid 10 week summer internship for U.S. based students interested in sports journalism, hosted by ESPN and the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). They provide a $3500 stipend to help housing costs. The awardee will also receive an all expenses paid trip to the 2024 NABJ Convention & Career Fair in Chicago, Illinois, from 31st July - 4th August. Applicants must be an NABJ student member.
The deadline is 29th February, midnight.
The NABJ Ethel Payne Fellowship - a $5000 opportunity for a member of The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) to complete a project or singular report on Africa. You must have at least at least seven years full-time reporting experience. Memberships for the NABJ cost $100 a year ($40 for students). From what I can tell, you don’t have to be Black to be a member, but you must advocate for diversity in newsrooms.
The deadline is 29th February, midnight PT.
Edward R. Murrow Press Fellowship - an opportunity for a distinguished foreign correspondent or editor to spend ten months in full-time residence at the Council on Foreign Relation’s (CFR) headquarters in New York. Applicants must be U.S. citizens who have covered international news as a working journalist for print, broadcast, or online media widely available in the U.S. The programme awards a stipend of $100,000 as well as a modest travel grant (unspecified). The fellow is considered an independent contractor rather than an employee of CFR and is not eligible for employment benefits, including health insurance.
The deadline is 1st March.
Ted Scripps Fellowship in Environmental Journalism - a 1-year fellowship at the University of Colorado for U.S. based journalists to deepen their understanding of environmental issues, hone their craft, and enjoy a break from deadlines while living at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Fellows will audit classes and pursue an independent project of their own design — podcasts are on the list of accepted projects. They’ll also attend weekly seminars and participate in field trips to world-renowned institutions to learn more about environmental science and policy. Fellows receive a stipend of $80,000 and will travel (expenses paid) to the Society of Environmental Journalists annual conference. Applicants must hold a current visa and be authorised to work in the U.S.
The deadline is 1st March.
NPR’s Next Gen Radio - free week-long intensive digital media trainings with a focus on narrative audio. Each selected participant is paired with a professional journalist and together they find, report, and produce a 3:30 to 4-minute-long non-narrated audio story. Anyone new to audio can apply — college students, recent graduates, people who have just started their own podcasts, and those looking to change careers. Selected participants also receive a stipend for their work that week. The programmes are digital-first, meaning they can be done remotely. You can read my Spotlight on NPR Next Gen here. There are various Next Gen applications, each with different requirements. You can apply to any programme at any time, but the project with an upcoming deadline is:
Kansas City, from 1st - 5th April, for journalists and storytellers based in Missouri.
The deadline is 3rd March, midnight CT.
SPJ New America Awards - celebrating public service journalism that explores and exposes issues of importance to immigrant or ethnic communities in the U.S. They have an Audio category, which includes radio and podcast. Entries may be in any language, however English translations must be supplied for non-English entries. Entries cost $35 for SPJ members, $50 for non-members.
The deadline is 4th March, 11:59 pm ET.
Wisconsin Public Radio Lee Ester News Fellow - a 12-month fellowship based in Wisconsin Public Radio’s (WPR) offices in Madison, Wisconsin. They offer a $46,000 salary. The fellowship is designed for early career journalists, and successful applicants are considered developmental reporters at WPR. They offer regular and concentrated coaching on writing, editing, voicing and other aspects of radio news reporting.
The deadline is 5th March, 11:55 pm CST.
Wisconsin Public Radio Second Century News Fellow - a 12-month fellowship based in Wisconsin Public Radio’s (WPR) offices in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They offer a $46,000 salary. The fellowship is designed for early career journalists, and successful applicants are considered developmental reporters at WPR. They offer regular and concentrated coaching on writing, editing, voicing and other aspects of radio news reporting.
The deadline is 5th March, 11:55 pm CST.
Philadelphia Student Mediamaker Fund (Spring) - grants for student media makers who want to produce a digital video or audio project. Students must be in eastern Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, Montgomery, Delaware, Chester, Northampton, Bucks, and Lehigh counties), New Jersey (Camden, Burlington, Mercer, Gloucester and Salem counties) or Delaware (New Castle and Kent counties). Applicants must be between the ages of 16 and 30. The grant money must be used within five months. They offer up to $500 for undergraduates, $1500 for graduates and $500 for a maker affiliated with a Philadelphia regional media making training institution.
The deadline is 15th March.
San Diego Association of Black Journalists (SDABJ) Scholarships - funding for high school and college students in the U.S. interested in pursuing careers in journalism, public relations, mass communications, or any other media-related field. The scholarships range from $1000 to $1500. Some are for students interested in majoring in relevant fields and others are for those currently enrolled in four year colleges and universities.
The deadline is 15th March.
Arts Innovator Award - unrestricted $25,000 awards given to two Washington State based artists of any discipline who are creating new, original work; experimenting with new ideas; taking risks; and pushing the boundaries of their fields. Applicants must be over the age of 18 with a minimum of five years of experience in professional art practice.
The deadline is 18th March, 11:59 pm PT.
PMJA Editor of the Year - an award recognising the very best in story editing and newsroom leadership within U.S. public media. The awards are open for nomination. Nominees must have held their current public media position for the past 12 months as of 31st March.
The deadline is 1st April, 11:59 pm ET.
Dinah Eng Leadership Fellowship - grants of up to $1000 for mid-career Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) members pursuing the strategies and skills needed to enter news management and advance within its ranks. The fellowship money can be used for registration fees, tuition and expenses such as transportation, meals and hotel stays. Entrants must: be a current, dues-paying AAJA member (membership costs $65); demonstrate leadership potential or currently hold a management position; have five years or more of professional experience; and have a serious interest in pursuing journalism as a career.
The deadline is 1st April.
United Kingdom + Ireland
New Artist Collective - an opportunity for 10 U.K. based artists working in any discipline to reflect on their process, recharge creatively, and develop a strong and enduring peer network. Successful applicants will work together through guided commissions to create new work and learn from each others’ practices. They offer a £1000 bursary and accommodation in Derby during two sharing weekends, as well as related travel and food expenses. Applicants must be over the age of 18 and within the first 10 years of their professional practice. Sound art is an accepted medium.
The deadline is 18th February, midnight.
Runt of the Litter Call for Works - a call out for experimental performance, visual art, spoken word, video and sound works for an event in a warehouse in Hackney Wick, London. For those coming from outside of London they have limited spaces for accommodation but cannot provide travel expenses. Work should be no longer than 15 minutes. The money from the door and bar is split between the artists.
The deadline is 19th February.
Thrive Development Programme - a 1-year development opportunity for U.K. based freelance music composers and sound designers from communities that are historically underrepresented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to: Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people, those undergoing gender reassignment and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. The programme consists of training, networking and support for mid-level talent. They are particularly keen on hearing from individuals based in Scotland or of Scottish descent.
The deadline is 25th February, 11 pm GMT.
Baltic Bothy Residency - a 1-week residency for U.K. based artists to live and work in Bothy on the Isle of Eigg, Scotland. The opportunity is for an artist to have time and space to research, think, and develop their practice in the inspiring landscape of the Inner Hebridean Islands. They offer a £500 artist’s fee, a travel bursary (unspecified) and the Bothy accommodation and workspace. Sound artists are eligible to apply.
The deadline is 1st March.
Cove Park Bridge Awards Residencies - five fully-funded, 1-week residencies for Scotland-based artists whose careers have been impacted by a breast cancer diagnosis and who have undergone successful treatment and are up to five years in remission. The residencies will run from 20th May to 27th May. Applicants can be at any stage of their creative career, and working in any art form or creative discipline.
The deadline is 1st March.
Voltage Revolution Creator Fund - a programme supporting young Black creators in London or Glasgow to access the funding, training and resources necessary to take their creative business to the next level. They offer grants of between £100 - £250 to 60 individuals, as well as networking and training opportunities. Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 24.
The deadline is 1st March.
The Wincott Awards - free to enter awards for business, economic and financial journalism which is primarily for a U.K. audience. There are seven Wincott Awards with monetary rewards from £1500 - £5000, including Audio Journalism of the Year. They have a Young Journalist of the Year category for the best individual journalist under the age of 30, working in any medium.
The deadline is 1st March.
The Guardian’s Scott Trust Bursary - funding for postgraduate courses in journalism for U.K. based people who are facing financial difficulty in attaining the qualifications needed to pursue a career in journalism and who come from backgrounds that are underrepresented in the media. In particular those from a lower socioeconomic background, Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ identities and people with disabilities. They offer: tuition fees for an M.A. in journalism from a select university, at least £6741 for living expenses, paid (unspecified) work placements at The Guardian during the programme, mentorship and a potential opportunity for a 9-month fixed-term contract at The Guardian starting after graduation. Applicants must have permanent right of residence in the U.K. An undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification is required.
The deadline is 25th March, 5 pm GMT.
The Orwell Prize on Reporting Homelessness - a free-to-enter competition for evidence-led reporting and/or commentary on homelessness in all its forms. Entries must be able to demonstrate a link to the U.K. or Ireland. They offer a £3000 cash prize. Entries can be in any medium other than books — podcasts are accepted. Submissions do not need to be published; applicants that are submitting new work that has not been published elsewhere can opt in to receive personal feedback on their entry when the results are announced.
The deadline is 31st March.
The Orwell Prize for Journalism - a free-to-enter competition for sustained reportage and/or commentary in any medium. They’re looking for work which strives to meet George Orwell’s ambition “to make political writing into an art.” Applicants must submit a minimum of three items published by recognised publishers, news organisations or broadcasters. Entries must be able to demonstrate a link to the U.K. or Ireland. They offer a £3000 cash prize.
The deadline is 31st March.
Europe
The German-Northern European Journalists' Bursary - an exchange fellowship for German and North European journalists between the ages 18 and 45 to spend time in the respective other countries. Applicants can be from Germany, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Applicants can be freelance or staff, working for any print, radio or TV media. Each scholar will receive a single payment of €3800 to subsidise travel, accommodation and personal expenses during their stay; payment by the host media is not to be expected. North European applicants should have some knowledge of the German language, and at least workable knowledge of English is essential for all participants.
The deadline is 15th February.
Ukrainian Grants for Countering Disinformation - The National Democratic Institute (NDI) are offering grants for Ukrainian media and public organisations combating disinformation. Supported content can be in various media, including radio programmes. Grants range between $50,000 and $250,000 for 14 months, from 1st July to 1st September. NDI also provides any necessary technical support.
The deadline is 22nd February.
Nordic Media Grants Programme for Belarus - funding supporting Belarusian independent journalism and media arts initiatives to facilitate the production of high quality, trustworthy and diverse content for Belarusian people on the developments in the country. They offer grants of between €5000 and €30,000.
The deadline is 25th February, 11:59 pm EEST.
Arthur F. Burns Fellowship (for Germans) - a 9-week exchange fellowship for young German journalists to live and work in North America. Applicants must be between 21-40 years old with at least two years professional, full-time journalism experience. Each fellow receives a €4000 stipend to cover living expenses in the United States, as well as €1500 for travel. Freelance and staff journalists can apply.
The deadline is 1st March.
JARIS Training for Disabled Journalists - training for physically or mentally disabled journalists in France to learn the fundamentals of the profession, the culture, critical points of view and receive the technical skills to sustainably work in journalism. They offer 490 hours of training across TV, radio, web, and video over four months and a paid (unspecified) 3- to 6-month internship at a relevant journalistic company; their audio-specific media partners include Radio France and ARTE Radio. Applicants can be independent journalists between the ages of 18 and 35, or 36 and 50 if currently retraining from a profession in the arts and entertainment. NOTE: Applicants should have “a stable disability situation, not constrained by heavy treatment, which is professionally oriented towards the ordinary environment” (translated from French).
The deadline is 1st March.
Imagining Ecological Futures Art and Science Residency - Goethe’s residency for digital and creative projects at the intersection of art, science, technology and society. They will welcome one artist from Germany (a German resident or national) and one from the Wallonia-Brussels Federation (a Brussels or Wallonia resident). The residency takes place at the Centre Culturel des Abattoirs de Bomel from 13th to 31st May. Each artist or collective will receive a grant of €5000 to develop an art/science project on the theme of ecological futures. Goethe will offer residents accommodation, access to equipment (including a sound studio with binaural capabilities) as well as any necessary curatorial and scientific support.
The deadline is 4th March.
The German-Polish Journalists' Programme - a 6- to 8-week exchange programme for German and Polish journalists to spend time in the respective other countries and deepen their knowledge of climate and energy issues. Participants will discover their host country from a correspondent's perspective while building international networks and exchanging knowledge. Participants are invited to pursue a cross-border research project on a jointly chosen topic during their fellowship period. Each scholar will receive a single payment of €3800 to subsidise travel, accommodation and personal expenses during their stay; payment by the host media is not to be expected. Journalists, bloggers or documentary makers who work in the areas of print, radio, online or TV can apply. A workable knowledge of English is essential for all participants.
The deadline is 15th March.
Display Europe Micro-Grants - funding for journalistic content creation on pressing topics by journalists based in the European Union. Successful projects can receive up to €2000. They will support small media organisations and/or individual journalists from at least three European countries to cross-collaborate and produce journalistic content in all possible formats. Entrants must be over the age of 18.
The deadline is rolling until 31st March.
IJ4EU Freelancer Support Scheme - Investigative Journalism for Europe’s grants of up to €20,000 for cross-border teams of journalists working outside of newsroom structures to launch investigations of importance to audiences at a local, national, regional or European level. They also provide tailored training, mentoring and networking opportunities. Eligible countries include all 27 EU member states and the following non-EU countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia and Ukraine. Teams must be predominantly made up of freelancers based in at least two of the above countries. Projects must aim to be published by respected news organisations or platforms in at least two eligible countries. IJ4EU can also support some unforeseen legal costs, as well as provide advocacy and editorial support.
The deadline is 31st March.
Oorzaken Korte Golf (Short Wave) - a Dutch-language competition for short audio pieces under three minutes. They can be fiction, documentary or something in between. This year the pieces must include a transport sound from the Sound and Vision archive as a twist in the story, include “new beginnings,” and the title must contain a number above 100. The top five winners are broadcast on podcasts from the Dutch public broadcasters NTR and VRT. The main jury and public winners will receive money for equipment (unspecified).
The deadline is 2nd April, 9 am CET.
Canada
The Mindset Award for Workplace Mental Health Reporting - a free-to-enter award celebrating significant works of public interest journalism that advance public awareness or understanding of significant issues involving workplace mental health. Work must be published or broadcast in English-speaking Canadian media, whether national or local. The prize is CAD $1000. Applicants can be freelance or staff.
The deadline is 22nd February, 5 pm ET.
The Mindset Award for Reporting on Young People's Mental Health - a free-to-enter award celebrating significant works of public interest journalism that advance public awareness of significant issues involving young people's mental health. The term "young people" includes children, youth and young adults. Work must be published or broadcast in English-speaking Canadian media, whether national or local. Applicants can be freelance or staff. The prize is CAD $1000.
The deadline is 22nd February, 5 pm ET.
The Mark Rosenfeld Fellowship in Higher Education Journalism - a fellowship which supports in depth and innovative journalism centred on higher education in Canada. They provide CAD$10,000 for research and reporting, hired equipment, and travel. If necessary, The Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations (OCUFA) will also provide editorial support. It is open to Canadians, permanent residents in Canada, and non-Canadians holding a valid work permit. Full-time, part-time, and freelance journalists (including students) can apply. Podcasts are an accepted medium for the project. Applications can be submitted in either English or French.
The deadline is 8th March.
Canadaland’s Audio Journalism Fellowship Program - a 4-month full time placement in Canadaland’s Toronto newsroom for two aspiring audio journalists. They are ideally looking for third- or fourth-year undergraduate or masters students. Successful applicants will receive pitching, research, scripting, storytelling, and audio training, and will complete a project from start to finish under the mentorship and guidance of Canadaland’s newsroom team. The result will be an audio piece roughly 20 minutes in length that could be published on Canadaland. The fellowship will take place from May to September. The pay is $28.67 per hour for a 37.5 hour work week.
The deadline is 13th March.
The William Southam Journalism Fellowship - a 1-year opportunity of education, reflection, and peer development at the University of Toronto for mid-career Canadian journalists. Applicants must be full-time news or editorial employees with Canadian newspapers, news services, radio, television, or magazines, with at least five years’ experience. Freelance journalists working consistently in the media over a five-year period are also eligible. There are no educational prerequisites. They provide: a stipend of $4900 per month for the 8-month university year, all university fees; travel expenses to and from Toronto for the Fellow and their family; and travel expenses for organised trips during the programme. Successful applicants are expected to refrain from all professional work during the residency period.
The deadline is 31st March.
Canadaland’s “Local Correspondent” Audio Contest - a competition challenging journalists, audio-makers, podcasters, artists, and storytellers from across Canada to produce a 3-minute audio story from their community. They are looking for pieces with characters, local flavour, intentional structure, and a satisfying arc — no op-eds, criticism, or general chatter. The pieces must be “rooted in place” and involve at least two of the following elements: a reference to local folklore or an urban myth; tape from a local mainstay; the voice of someone you don’t yet know; the sound of water. All submissions that meet the guidelines will be featured on Canadaland’s website and around 15 winning submissions will be published to all major podcast platforms and receive a national audience. Winning submissions will be presented publicly and receive a $500 licence fee in exchange for non-exclusive broadcast rights. Submissions will be accepted in all languages, but non-English submissions must include an English transcript.
The deadline is 30th April, 11:59 pm ET.
Africa
STARTS4AFRICA Residency Programme - 6-month residencies promoting innovative projects in Senegal, Ghana, Tanzania, and Nigeria which sit at the nexus of science, technology and arts. Projects must address specific challenges, one of which is “Immersive Storytelling.” They offer up to €35,000 as well as mentoring, access to resources and facilities, and networking opportunities.
The deadline is 18th February, 5 pm CEST.
Taco Kuiper Award for Investigative Journalism - free-to-enter awards celebrating investigative work in South Africa that reveals untold stories, holds the powerful to account, and questions those in public and private life. The first prize is R200,000, and the second is R100,000. They accept broadcast journalists. Applications can be for a single story or a series.
The deadline is 23rd February, 2 pm SAST.
SheLeads Media Fellowship - an opportunity for young female journalists from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda to gain valuable skills, insights and networking opportunities for professional growth. Applicants must have no more than three years of experience. Broadcast journalism is an eligible medium.
The deadline is 28th February.
SADC Media Awards - a celebration of the work of journalists from The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Member States. The themes of the entries must be on issues and activities promoting Regional Integration in the SADC region such as infrastructure, economy, water, culture, sports, agriculture, and more. They have a Radio Journalism category. The first prize winner in each category receives $2500 and the runner-up receives $1000.
The deadline is 29th February.
The S+T+ARTS Prize Africa - a competition for works at the intersection of the arts and technology that strive towards a positive social, humanitarian, economic or political impact. The competition is open to citizens and residents of all African countries, as well as legal entities registered on the continent. They offer one Grand Prize of €15,000 and five Awards of Distinction of €3000 each. The winner of the Grand Prize will attend the Ars Electronica Festival from 4th to 8th September in Linz, Austria, where they will present the submitted work. There are no restrictions on artistic disciplines. They accept completed works or works in progress that are far enough along for the jury to be able to assess their quality and the likelihood of their successful implementation.
The deadline is 1st March.
Sikuvile Awards - a competition celebrating excellence in South African journalism. Categories are open to individuals, teams, freelancers and institutions, including broadcasters. Winners will be awarded R15,000. Entries cost R100.
The deadline is 29th March.
Latin America + the Caribbean
The Gabo Prize - an award celebrating work covering the issues that affect Latin America. The motto of the call for works is “El Periodismo Vive” (“Journalism Lives”), specifically in the face of threats to press freedom. They have an audio category for works of sound journalism, such as radio or podcasts. There is $80,000 in cash prizes available for the winners (there are no specifications on how much is offered per category). This year the awards will take place in Bogotá, Colombia.
The deadline is 29th February.
CBU Caribbean Media Awards - a celebration of the best content created by media houses in the Dutch, English, French and Spanish Caribbean, across television, radio, print and digital. Check their contest rules for details as certain categories are open to a limited selection of Caribbean countries; others are only eligible for CBU members; and only CBU members are eligible for cash prizes (unspecified). The awards are free to enter for members and US$20 for non-members.
The deadline is 29th February, midnight AST.
IFCJ Emerging Future Leaders Program Latin America & the Caribbean - a 2-month exchange fellowship which brings young Latin American and Caribbean journalists to the United States to complete professional fellowships at U.S. media organisations. Applicants must be between the ages of 25 and 40 with at least two years of professional experience. They develop multiple journalistic skills including podcasting. The International Center for Journalists (IFCJ) will try to match people to placements based on the fellow’s background, interests, skills, and project proposals; New York Public Radio (WNYC) is one of their partners. Applicants must be proficient in spoken and written English. See their FAQ for a list of the eligible countries.
The deadline is 11th March, 11:59 pm ET.
Asia
Afghanistan Journalist of the Year Award - a competition recognising excellence and innovation in journalism in Afghanistan that centres around untold development-focused stories from the country. Applicants must be Afghan citizens. The winners will receive a prize of $1000 and be honoured at the National Journalist Day on 18th March. Submissions must be in English or one of the national languages, which include Persian, Dari and Pashto.
The deadline is 21st February, 11:59 pm Afghanistan Time.
SOPA Awards - a celebration of press freedom and journalists' rights in the Asia Pacific for English- and Chinese-language organisations that distribute widely in the region, organised by The Society of Publishers in Asia (SOPA). They have an Excellence in Audio Reporting category, as well as other categories that allow for audio entries. Submissions cost between HK$900 ($115) and HK$1700 ($220) depending on language, membership status and whether the reporting is local or global.
The deadline is 22nd February, 3 pm HKT.
Earth Journalism Network’s Renewable Energy Content Production Programme - fellowships supporting in-depth content on renewable energy in India with the aim of raising awareness. They offer approximately ₹90,000 to each selected applicant. Proposals from all states in India are eligible, but proposals focused on Bihar, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh will be prioritised. Applicants can be freelance or staff. Preference will be given to those who regularly cover economy, business and energy beats. They accept applications in English, Hindi, Marathi and Tamil. Content can be produced in English, local languages, or both.
The deadline is 29th February.
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