Deadline: 14 September 2015
The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) and Malaria No More have launched “Covering the Fight to Eradicate Malaria: A Fellowship for U.S. and Global Journalists.”
The program will allow five U.S. journalists and four global journalists (from Africa, Asia and Europe) to travel to Thailand for a five-day study tour focusing on the causes, treatments, prevention and impact of malaria in Asia and around the globe. The dates of this trip will be Nov. 1-7, 2015.
During the tour, participants will conduct site visits to clinics and treatment centers, attend briefings with health officials and disease experts, hear from organizations working to eliminate the disease and meet with local journalists covering the issue.
Eligibility Criteria
- Journalists based in the United States, Africa, Asia and Europe who work full-time for a local or international news outlet (print, online, and/or broadcast).
- Applicants must propose at least one story idea covering malaria and related topics (though they will not be required to write about the proposed idea).
- Fluency in English is required.
- Written commitment or letter of intent from employer to publish at least one story after the tour.
- Written commitment from applicant to participate in the full program set for Nov. 1-7, 2015 (and necessary travel days).
How to Apply
Interested applicants can apply via given website.
For more information, please visit the fellowship.
