Applications are currently open for the WAN-IFRA Women In News Editorial Leadership Accelerator Program 2024 for Female Journalists. Apply Below:
When is the Application Deadline:
The application deadline for the WAN-IFRA Women In News Editorial Leadership Accelerator Program 2024 for Female Journalists is 30 August 2024
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Tell Me About The WAN-IFRA Women In News Editorial Leadership Accelerator Program:
For the first time in its 15-year history, the WAN-IFRA WIN Leadership Accelerator is open to mid-level newsroom managers (journalists and editors) from emerging, transitional, and fragile states worldwide. Journalists with 5-10 years of newsroom experience and a passion for the news industry are encouraged to apply. Furthermore, successful applicants will receive training in key newsroom and media management topics, while building a global network of peers. They will also benefit from one-on-one coaching sessions with a certified coach to create 3-5-year career plans. This program has a strong track record, with 60% of graduates experiencing career progression within 3 months of completion.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
Journalism
Type:
Accelerator Program
Who can Apply For The WAN-IFRA Women In News Editorial Leadership Accelerator Program?
Also, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- 5-10 years of direct newsroom experience as a journalist (reporter, correspondent editor)
- demonstrated passion for the news media industry and a commitment to gender equality and inclusion, as well as principles of press freedom
- identify as a woman and/or be drawn from a historically vulnerable/at-risk community
- be located outside of the traditional WIN Accelerator markets
- possess strong spoken and written knowledge of English (the program will be delivered primarily in English)
- the ability to commit 1-2 hours per week for 12 weeks to participate thoroughly in the program (candidates who miss more than 2 seminars will be given an incomplete)Â
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Which Countries Are Eligible?
The following countries are NOT eligible:
- Africa: Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
- Arab Region: Egypt, Jordan, Palestine, Lebanon
- Southeast Asia: The Philippines, Indonesia, Myanmar
Where will the Award be Taken?
Virtual
How Many Awards?
Not specified
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Additionally, applicants will also benefit the following:
Training in key newsroom and media management issues. - Opportunity to establish a global network of peers.
- One-on-one coaching sessions with an ICF-certified coach.
- Creation of a 3-5 year career roadmap.
- High-impact results with 60% of graduates experiencing career progression within 3 months.
How Long Will the Award Last?
12 weeks
How to Apply:
To apply for this opportunity, visit the official webpage below.
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