Deadline: September 20, 2024
Are you ready to be at the forefront of climate justice journalism in the Caribbean? Look no further! Climate Tracker thrilled to announce that they are now accepting applications for the fourth cycle of their Caribbean Climate Justice Journalism Fellowship, which will run from October 2024 to February 2025, and they want you to be a part of it!
This Fellowship aims to empower and support dedicated climate journalists across the Caribbean region to effectively report on climate justice issues. Having previously run two cycles, Climate Tracker has made some upgrades that they are sure you will enjoy. They are taking it a step further, equipping you with the tools and skills needed to create impactful stories that advocate for equitable climate solutions and promote sustainable environmental practices.
This Fellowship is a collaboration between Climate Tracker and the Open Society Foundations, two organisations deeply committed to promoting climate justice and environmental sustainability. Together, they are offering a unique opportunity for Caribbean journalists to hone their skills, tell important stories, and make a real impact in their communities.
Benefits
- Focused Storytelling: Each fellow will be supported to produce a total of 5 stories over 5 months
- New Media Innovation: You’ll receive the opportunity to embrace the power of new media to produce climate justice stories.
- Comprehensive Training: The group training sessions cover essential topics such as climate justice fundamentals, impactful reporting techniques, data journalism, investigative journalism, and the intersection of climate justice with gender equality and Indigenous rights.
- Monthly Stipend: You’ll receive a monthly stipend of USD $200 during this Fellowship, every time you publish a story with them.
- Engagement Opportunities: As a fellow, you’ll have the chance to engage with your audience through podcast episodes, Instagram Lives, and newsletter contributions, amplifying your impact and reaching wider audiences.
Eligibility
You can apply if:
- A Caribbean journalist interested in covering climate justice.
- A Caribbean journalist with some experience in covering environmental issues but looking for guidance and training in reporting on climate justice.
- A Caribbean journalist with experience in reporting but not necessarily on climate and environment and looking to learn and build your portfolio in this area.
- A Caribbean journalism, media, or communications student with at least 1 year of experience reporting or some publishing is already done in the past year, looking for the chance to increase your knowledge and publishing profile.
- Able to commit to attendance of our fortnightly group training sessions and weekly check-in calls with your assigned mentor.
Expectations
If you’re selected as a fellow, over 5 months you will be expected to publish 5 stories in your local/regional media (to be re-published on climatetrackercaribbean.org):
- 2 short-form climate justice stories highlighting a crucial issue in your country
- 1 collaborative climate justice story (with your assigned group members)
- 1 solutions-oriented new media climate justice story (TikTok/Reels-styled video)
- 1 long-form investigative climate justice story
Application
If you’re a journalist passionate about climate justice and eager to make an impact, they want to hear from you! Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative fellowship program that’s shaping the future of climate journalism in the Caribbean.
For more information, visit Climate Tracker Fellowship.
