National Tropical Botanical Garden Environmental Journalism Program
The Hawaii-based National Tropical Botanical Garden's Environmental Journalism Program annually "provides specialized working journalists in broadcast, print and online media much-needed information about tropical ecosystems, providing a deep background in tropical ecology to enhance the accuracy of reporting on science and environmental issues. ... Designed for professional journalists (staff or freelance) working in broadcast, print, online, and other media, the immersive program provides a background in tropical botany, ecology, and biocultural conservation with a progressive approach that honors Indigenous legacies and integrates cultural values. The program is structured to enhance well-informed, accurate reporting on environmental issues with a focus on tropical and island systems and the importance of plant science, conservation, and biodiversity." NTBG provides all participants free on-site shared housing, airport transfer, and ground transportation. EJ Program participants are responsible for the cost of their own airfare to Lihue Airport on Kauai, meals, incidentals, and any additional expenses such as U.S. visas, etc." 2026 information:
- When: November 8-14, 2026
- Where: NTBG’s Florida garden, The Kampong, in Coconut Grove, Miami
- How: Applications will be accepted beginning in August. Deadline TBA.
National Tropical Botanical Garden