The European Journalism Centre today opens a new call for applications for its Innovation in Development Reporting Grant Programme (IDR) on the topic of opportunities for women today in developing countries.
Application Deadline: 21st February 2018 (22:00 CET)
Eligible Countries: All
About the Award: “The Innovation in Development Reporting Grant Programme has granted over €4.5m to almost 400 grantees worldwide. In this latest round, we’re looking to add to that community by supporting newsrooms and freelancers covering compelling topics,” said European Journalism Centre Director Adam Thomas. “The jury are first and foremost looking for a strong, under-reported story angle. Regardless of innovative format, whether it’s via print or virtual reality, awarded projects will also demonstrate a strategic and focused approach to reaching the right audience, at the right time.”
Type: Grants
Eligibility: The stories must report on one or more of the world’s developing countries, (ideally Least Developed Countries (LDCs)), and/or the key European donor countries’ development relations with these countries.
Selection Criteria: Selection criteria include editorial focus and quality, impact and reach, and innovation. Previous winners have involved creative uses of video, audio, imagery, data, text, maps, graphics, quizzes, animation and other engaging content forms.
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award: The grant given is up to €20,000 per project.
How to Apply: Applications can only be submitted via this online application form
For further information on applications eligibility criteria, click here.
Visit the Program Webpage for Details
Award Providers: The European Journalism Centre is running the Journalism Grants Programme with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
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