“Gun violence is more than fodder for political debate — it’s a public health crisis with far-reaching consequences. AHCJ’s Firearm Violence Reporting Fellowship, supported by The Joyce Foundation, offers journalists the time, mentoring, and resources to uncover the complexities of firearm violence and bring critical stories to light.

“Open to mid-career journalists, the fellowship offers the opportunity to pursue an in-depth reporting project over a 9-month period while maintaining regular employment. You’ll pursue a project with the support of your newsroom or a pre-arranged outlet that commits to publishing or airing your work.

“Four journalists will pursue projects that dive deeply into critical components such as policy impacts, societal consequences, preventive strategies, research and health care responses to firearm-related injuries and deaths.

“The fellowship covers the cost of attending AHCJ’s annual conference and an in-person seminar in Chicago, as well as a $2,500 project allowance to defray the cost of field reporting, health data analysis and other project-related research. In addition, fellows will receive a $5,000 award upon the successful completion of the project.

“Candidates should be U.S.-based, working journalists who qualify for AHCJ professional membership, have at least five years’ experience in health or crime/courts reporting, and be based in one of the following states: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio or Wisconsin.”