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  • DEADLINE: Propel Initiative Regional Training Series at Cal Poly SLO

    "The Propel Initiative Regional Training Series at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo takes place April 24-25, 2026. Sessions will be led by accomplished reporters, editors and news leaders and will serve journalists of all backgrounds working within the state of California and in all platforms and print, digital and broadcast. "The training is

  • DEADLINE: McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism

    "The McGraw Fellowships, an initiative of the Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY, provide experienced journalists with a grant up to $15,000 and the editorial support needed to produce deeply reported enterprise and investigative stories that delve into critical issues related to the global economy, business or finance. Given the enormous changes in federal

  • DEADLINE: 2026 Outrider Science Media Forum

    "In collaboration with NASA’s Health and Applied Sciences Team (HAQAST), the Outrider Science Media Forum is a platform for journalists, digital creators, and scientists to learn about and discuss the latest tools and trends in science reporting. "This free, one-day conference and training focuses on how media makers can integrate NASA research and resources into

  • DEADLINE: Falling Walls Engage

    "Falling Walls Engage is the global platform for Science Engagement hosted by the Falling Walls Foundation and supported by the Hannover Re Foundation. "We showcase successful Science Engagement projects and inspire knowledge transfer within a global, inclusive, and supportive community. We create unique opportunities for exchange, collaboration, and capacity building for current and future practitioners,

  • DEADLINE: Pulitzer Center Impact Seed Fund

    "We invite university educators and researchers in Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia to use Pulitzer Center-supported journalism to develop impactful educational initiatives on climate and environmental issues. The Impact Seed Fund (ISF) is a microscale grant to support education and research activities with the aim to enrich the perspectives and knowledge within the university

  • DEADLINE: Banff Centre’s Mountain Writers Intensive

    "The Mountain Writers Intensive is a three-week residency for twelve writers in fiction, nonfiction, journalism, or poetry. Ideal for projects on mountain narratives, adventure, environmental journalism, and the human connection to landscape, the program emphasizes literary excellence and narrative development. Writers enjoy dedicated time to create, connect with peers, and receive mentorship in Banff’s inspiring

  • DEADLINE: Outrider Science Media Forum

    "Outrider’s Science Media Forum connects journalists with NASA’s latest technology to help them cover local science stories. This free, one-day event shows media professionals how to use NASA research and resources in their reporting on health and the environment. 'We offer travel grants to U.S. reporters to cover the cost of lodging and travel to

  • The Hidden Toll: Reporting on Youth Autism and Mental Health in the Misinformation Age

    "Autism is in the national spotlight. Diagnoses have risen steadily in recent decades, and the appointment of RFK Jr. as health secretary ushered in fresh scrutiny and misinformation on the condition at the highest levels of government. Amidst all the debates, the reality of what it means to be an autistic child or adolescent is

  • SWCC Webinar: Levelling Up Your Journalism Skills — Fellowships, Scholarships and More

    "Science communicators and journalists often reach a point where they want to brush up on foundational knowledge, strengthen specific skills, or delve into a particular area of interest. This virtual event explores how to 'level up' at any stage of your career through funded professional development opportunities such as fellowships and scholarships. "At this event,

  • DEADLINE: Wildscreen Official Selection

    The biennial Wildscreen Festival's "Official Selection showcases creative and bold stories that spark positive and restorative action for our natural world, acting as a global launchpad for new and diverse voices. From short and feature films to extended reality productions, the Official Selection platforms new voices, original stories and vital messages about nature. ... The

  • DEADLINE: Wildscreen Panda Awards

    "The globally acclaimed Panda Awards, the ‘Green Oscars’ of the international wildlife film and TV industry, have sat at the heart of the Wildscreen Festival since 1982. They celebrate the very best in the natural world storytelling craft, and remain the highest honour in the industry. "The 2026 competition has 18 categories and three special

  • DEADLINE: USC Annenberg National Fellowship

    "Our National Fellowship helps journalists and their newsrooms report deeply and authoritatively on the well-being of children, families and communities. The program prepares fellows to report a major enterprise health or social well-being reporting project in the months that follow our initial week of intensive learning in Los Angeles." Fellowships include reporting grants of $2,000-$10,000;

  • DEADLINE: Firearm Violence Reporting Fellowship

    "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