Deadline: 15 February 2015
The World Press Institute is accepting applications for WPI fellowship program. Applications are welcome from all the journalists from any country. Democracy is the primary focus of the WPI fellowship program. The fellowship program contains three weeks training in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota including travel trip to several cities in U.S for inteviews and visits. WPI fellowship program includes overall program costs, transportation allowances, lodging costs, and a modest daily per diem for food. 10 journalists will be selected under WPI fellowship program.
The World Press Institute is a private non-profit organization supported by foundations, local and national media, and individuals from all over the world.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be fluent in writing and speaking English.
- Applicant must contain leadership quality.
- Applicant must be employed as a non U.S. journalist who is working outside of the United States.
- Applicant must have at least 5 years experience as a full-time employee in broadcast, journalism, or print.
How to Apply
Submit online application form which contains following data:
- Applicant information
- Employment history and education
- Two essays are required as part of the online application. They are:
Please describe your professional goals and achievements (in 200-500 words)
Why are you seeking a WPI Fellowship? What do you expect to gain? What do you expect to contribute? (200-500 words) - Color photo of yourself
- Work samples
- Awards, fellowships,
- Three letters of recommendation
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