For US Journalists Oppertuinity in Pakistan

American print and broadcast journalists can apply for a two-week study trip to Pakistan.
The International Center for Journalists is accepting applications from U.S. newsrooms for the U.S.- Pakistan Professional Partnership in Journalism. Each newsroom will have the opportunity to send one of their journalists on this all-expense-paid trip to be held Sept. 4 to 19.
The selected group of eight to 10 journalists will receive a two-day orientation in Washington, before flying to Pakistan to meet with media executives, senior journalists, politicians and other civil society leaders. The journalists will also visit some of the leading print and broadcast newsrooms in Pakistan and learn about the country’s history, culture, media and politics.
The group will spend three to four days each in Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad and will also get an opportunity to visit some of the historical sites of Pakistan. The group will also interact with local people and their culture. ICFJ covers all arrangements for the trip, including visas, international and domestic flights, accommodation and a detailed agenda.
Preference will be given to applicants belonging to newsrooms that have hosted a Pakistani journalist in the past or those who are from newsrooms who commit to host one in the future.

The deadline to apply is July 15.

Data journalism fellowship open Kenya

Print and TV journalists, infographics designers and developers interested in data journalism can apply.
Internews is seeking candidates for a 16-week fellowship for journalists, infographics designers and developers. It is designed to equip the recipients with new skill sets to produce data-driven, long-form stories on health issues like malaria, family planning, maternal and child health and HIV.
Candidates must have at least three years of experience working for or contributing to mainstream media in Kenya. Applicants should demonstrate a deep interest in health and investigative journalism.
Fellowship includes a stipend and grants to cover travel and research costs relating to specific topics of their choice for broadcast and publication in their media houses.
The deadline to apply is July 11.

Grants for documentary films on social topics available USA

U.S.-based production companies and nonprofit organizations with a record of making films that have been broadcast nationally and internationally and received critical recognition can apply.
The MacArthur Foundation’s Media Program is seeking the production of social-issue documentary films on important, underreported topics. Domestic and international topics are welcome, and preference will be given to projects that align with one of the foundation’s other initiatives.
The application deadline is July 31.

Writing contest on integration in Europe

The Austria Press Agency and Bank Austria present a contest titled "Writing for Central Europe."
The EU€5,000 (US$6,670) prize will be awarded for the best article that helps to overcome borders and prejudices and deals with the future of Europe, minority issues or encouraging dialogue with neighbors.
Print, online, radio and TV stories published between August 1, 2012 - July 31, 2013 are eligible.
Apply by July 31.

Fellowships for journalists in Kazakhstan

Professional broadcast and print journalists and photographers can participate in this program.
The Soros Foundation-Kazakhstan (SFK) has launched a fellowship program for journalists working in Kazakhstan media. The goal is to support journalists and photographers who are interested in covering socio-economic issues that are not sufficiently addressed in the mainstream media.
To implement the project, participants will be encouraged to cover, among other topics, access to free legal aid, public health, migration, tolerance and civic engagement. Professional journalists with at least three years of experience in Kazakhstan media can apply to this program.
SFK will award seven scholarships in the amount of KZT300,000 (US$1,988) each.
The application deadline is August 15.

Vaclav Havel Journalism Fellowship Eastern Europe

Promising journalists with English-language proficiency from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Russia and Ukraine can apply for these fellowships.
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty ( RFE/RL) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic are accepting applications for the 2013-2014 Vaclav Havel Journalism Fellowship. The Fellowship provides direct work experience and mentoring at RFE/RL’s Prague headquarters to journalists from countries in RFE/RL’s broadcast region where media freedom is stifled.
This fellowship offers a unique opportunity for journalists to receive on-the-job training while working alongside RFE/RL’s professionals in Prague and in RFE/RL’s local bureaus. Fellows will also represent themselves, RFE/RL and the Fellowship at public events and in discussions relating to media conditions in their country.
The fellowships last nine months and include a stipend, housing and travel to and from Prague.
Applications must include a short personal essay describing the candidate’s fellowship and career goals, work samples, two letters of recommendation and a CV.
The deadline for applications is July 5.

Contest for transportation, environmental reporting Brazil

Professional journalists in Brazil can apply for this award.
The CNT Journalism Prize, organized by Brazil's National Confederation of Transportation (CNT, in Portuguese), aims to promote a better understanding of transportation in a variety of sectors, and highlight potential problems within the system.
Submitted work, which must be related to transportation and environmental issues, must have been published or broadcast in the Brazilian media between August 28, 2012 and August 12, 2013.
The organizer will award a total of BR$90,000 (about US$45,000) in cash prizes to the winners of each category - print (newspaper and magazine), photography, radio, TV and Internet - as well as the Special Award for Environment and Transportation.
The entry deadline is August 12.

Journalists can enter a US$10,000 story contest

Journalists from the United States, Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa can win international reporting trips worth up to $10,000 for submitting the best stories on infectious diseases.
Stories can address diseases including AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria. These three diseases alone are the leading causes of death in low- and middle-income countries. They claim nearly 4 million lives every year and cost billions of dollars in lost productivity. The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) is launching the story contest to spur discussion about how the global community deals with these critical health issues.
Reports published or broadcast between May 20 and Aug. 1, 2013, will qualify. The deadline for submission is Aug. 1, 2013. Along with the story submission, participants must include a 300-word proposal for an international reporting trip to expand their coverage of infectious diseases.
The International Center for Journalists will select three winners, one from each region. An editor or manager at each of the selected news organizations will also earn a trip to Washington, D.C., to attend ICFJ’s 2013 Awards Dinner on Nov. 7, 2013. The Africa contest is administered in partnership with the African Health Journalists Association. Winners will be announced on Sept. 15, 2013.
Stories must be in English or French and cover diseases such as HIV/AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis. Possible topics include:

• Government policies and programs that address infectious diseases
• Effectiveness of donor-funded infectious-diseases programs
• The state of funding for the delivery, treatment and research of infectious diseases

Stories must be well-researched and well-written or presented. We will give special preference to the following:

• Multimedia feature articles or documentaries
• Investigative reports or explanatory stories
• Reports that use data, mapping and other digital tools to engage audiences. Examples: Facebook chats, Twitter feeds, or text messaging that solicits citizen reports on outbreaks and treatment of infectious disease

Journalists working in each region for print, broadcast or online media qualify. The contest also is open to freelance journalists, whose stories are published or broadcast by Aug. 1, 2013.
Once you submit your story please tweet about it using the hashtag #icfjhealth. Don’t forget to include a 300-word proposal for an overseas reporting trip with your story submission.

Freelance conflict reporters organization

Reporters who cover conflicts without the backing of news outlets have a new source of community and financial support.Membership in the Frontline Freelance Register, or FFR, is now open to all freelance print, photo, digital, radio and video journalists reporting in conflict zones or outside their own countries. The registry is an independent entity supported by London's Frontline Club Charitable Trust.
“A lot of freelance journalists that end up hurt or in horrible situations get accused of being reckless,” says Anna Day, a founding board member of FFR and an independent journalist in the Middle East. “So we are looking at how to take constructive steps forward, to fight for the safety and protection and responsibility of this industry. And to show that the vast majority are not reckless.”Each registered member has a profile on the FFR site that is visible to other members. Members must also sign a code of conduct, which expresses their commitment to industry-established safety standards.Members commit to complete recognized industry first aid and hostile-environment training courses, carry protective ballistic clothing while reporting, adequately plan and prepare for assignments, complete a risk assessment, leave next of kin details with FFR, and more. They also agree to uphold and defend the highest ethical standards when reporting.The code allows journalists to see the precautions expected of them by colleagues, Day says, and encourages a commitment to high standards to avoid putting themselves or others in danger.The FFR team is working in tandem with a number of journalist safety organizations. Its primary goal is to find donors to help reduce the costs of trainings and insurance.“Hostile environment training and health insurance are two things the industry hasn’t been willing to consistently provide for its freelancers,” Day says.And these are things we need to be safe.

US Embassy organizes citizen journalism contest Chile

Individuals ages 14 to 25 can participate in this  journalism contest.As part of Freedom of Expression month, the U.S. Embassy in Chile is organizing a citizen journalism contest, in which participants must capture through original video reporting their vision of what they consider important issues to highlight, reflecting the importance of free access to information, freedom of the press and the voice of common citizens.Participants (or citizen journalists) should submit an original video story showing some reality they deem newsworthy. They must reside in Chile The winner will receive an iPad Mini.The deadline to submit videos is June 14. so guys hurry dont waist your time........

Fellowship for Middle Eastern journalists

Young journalists from Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Israel and Palestine can apply for this fellowship.
The International Journalists’ Programmes seeks five journalists ages 21 and 37 for a two-month fellowship in Germany.
The fellowship aims to enable young journalists to familiarize themselves with the political issues in Germany. Fellows are expected to contribute a certain amount of funds in addition to the EU€4,000 (US$5,216) that the fellowship provides for each fellow.
The fellowship begins late October 2013 with an introductory event in Berlin together with the German fellows. This is followed by a fellowship lasting at least two months in a German media outlet (newspaper, radio, TV, magazine.) Proficiency in spoken and written English is expected.
Candidates must submit their application forms, a passport photo, a detailed CV and a journalistic appraisal written by the head of department or editor-in-chief.
The deadline is June 30.

Fellowship for Middle Eastern journalists

Young journalists from Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Israel and Palestine can apply for this fellowship.
The International Journalists’ Programmes seeks five journalists ages 21 and 37 for a two-month fellowship in Germany.
The fellowship aims to enable young journalists to familiarize themselves with the political issues in Germany. Fellows are expected to contribute a certain amount of funds in addition to the EU€4,000 (US$5,216) that the fellowship provides for each fellow.
The fellowship begins late October 2013 with an introductory event in Berlin together with the German fellows. This is followed by a fellowship lasting at least two months in a German media outlet (newspaper, radio, TV, magazine.) Proficiency in spoken and written English is expected.
Candidates must submit their application forms, a passport photo, a detailed CV and a journalistic appraisal written by the head of department or editor-in-chief.
The deadline is June 30.

2013 Online Journalism Awards USA

Online journalists, digital news organizations and students worldwide can apply for an award.
The Online News Association (ONA) and the University of Miami School of Communication are accepting entries for the 2013 Online Journalism Awards recognizing excellence in digital reporting.
This year, ONA is incorporating non-English entries into all categories, which include: breaking news, planned news/events, explanatory reporting, topical reporting, online commentary, feature, student projects, technical innovation, innovative investigative journalism, watchdog journalism, public service and general excellence in online journalism.
Of the 29 awards, nine offer a total of US$37,500 in prize money, including a new US$5,000 award honoring the best in watchdog journalism.
Awards will be given at the Online News Association Conference & Awards Banquet in Atlanta, Georgia. The OJAs, launched in 2000, are the only comprehensive set of journalism prizes honoring excellence in digital journalism.
The entry fee is US$100 for ONA members, US$175 for non-members, US$15 for student members and US$50 for student non-members.
Entries published between June 16, 2012, and June 15, 2013 are eligible. Apply by June 21.

USC/Getty Arts Fellowship World wide

Journalists and bloggers worldwide with established careers in arts and culture reporting can apply for this fellowship.
The 12th annual USC Annenberg/Getty Arts Journalism Program, funded by The Getty Foundation, seeks applicants for its 15-member pop-up newsroom, which will run a ten-day fellowship in Los Angeles.
Applicants' areas of expertise may include architecture, literature, film, pop culture, and the visual and performing arts. They can be critics, reporters, bloggers, generalists or specialists.
During the program, fellows will attend performances, art exhibits and architecture sites where they will have behind-the-scenes interaction with renown artists, arts directors, curators, administrators and journalists.
Typically one or two finalists come from outside the United States.
The deadline to apply is July 9