International Journalists' Network (IJNet)

11/03/2024

Breaking into journalism? Subscribe now to IJNotebook, our new monthly newsletter for students offering professional opportunities and practical resources to help you thrive. Launching soon! https://ijnet.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=33f3ebd8b6828ec000fb67b28&id=e9ecd25e4a

11/03/2024

Accurately covering populist parties and combating the spread of disinformation are just some challenges journalists contend with while covering elections. Watch our Crisis Reporting session for experienced reporters’ advice:

This Crisis Reporting Forum with Laura Goudkamp, Janet Heard and Dariela Sosa spotlights the journalists' experiences reporting on elections in Germany, Sout...

11/03/2024

This year, ICFJ’s Tribute to Journalists will honor the incredible investigative work of journalists John-Allan Namu, Valeriya Yegoshyna and Rana Sabbagh.
Don’t miss out — learn more and purchase tickets here: https://www.icfj.org/tribute-2024

11/03/2024

False content doesn’t just spread on social networks, but the ease with which anyone can publish and spread false information today is new. Read more for tips on how to counteract on social media: https://buff.ly/44QOXOP

Disinformation can be extremely harmful during an election: it can confuse voters, dissuade them

11/03/2024

Our monthly list of opportunities with deadlines this month is here! Apply to fellowships, grants and more:

As the end of 2024 rapidly approaches, there is still plenty of time to make progress toward some of the career goals you set in January. Our list of opportunities with deadlines next month includes…

11/03/2024

Do you know a reporter whose work has been influenced by using IJNet? Nominate an outstanding journalist for our !

We are looking for an outstanding journalist who has used IJNet to further his or her career. The journalist will be interviewed and featured on IJNet.

11/03/2024

Calling all journalists in Belgium! AJP - Association des journalistes professionnels has announced its final project grant call for 2024.Grants are available to support the creation of high-quality journalistic work across all information sectors. Deadline to apply is Nov. 30.

Journalists holding an official Belgian press card—whether professional or trainee, freelance or salaried—are invited to apply.

11/03/2024

“The average Nigerian journalist is afraid of coming in the way of security agents and agencies,” said one Nigerian journalist, as reporters are accused of endangering national security through their reporting. Read why that matters:

Nigeria is cracking down on journalists and media workers under the guise of national security. State authorities have detained journalists and held them for questioning, and the country’s broadcast…

11/03/2024

Join the International Center for Journalists in Washington on Nov. 14 to honor 40 years of achievements by our brave colleagues from around the world.

Journalists today face unprecedented challenges, and need our help — and recognition — more than ever.

Buy your tickets today: https://www.icfj.org/tribute-2024

11/02/2024

Are you a journalist in Chad? Studio Hirondelle RDC seeks an editorial manager who will ensure the highest quality of media output, particularly regarding audience reach and impact. Journalists with seven to 10 years of recent experience can apply by Nov. 22.

Journalists with seven to 10 years of recent experience, preferably in radio, and strong proficiency with digital tools for producing and broadcasting journalistic content, are encouraged to apply.…

11/02/2024

Open source intelligence (OSINT) can offer new pathways for investigative reporters to track war crimes, sanctions evasion, and more. Watch our recent session with Bellingcat on advice for journalists using OSINT:

Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) is a pivotal source of information for investigative journalists globally. In this IJNet Forum, Eoghan Macguire of Bellingca...

11/02/2024

Is there an upcoming pivotal election in your country or region? Our Elections Reporting Toolkit with Chequeado and Factchequeado gives you the tools you need to accurately report on elections: https://ijnet.org/en/toolkit/elections-reporting?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

11/02/2024

On Tuesday, Factchequeado will be live-steaming and fact-checking the 2024 U.S. presidential election! Join them on YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, Instagram and TikTok: https://factchequeado.com/novedades/20241031/Follow%20the%202024%20U.S.%20Elections%20with%20Verified%20Information%20in%20Real%20Time:%20Factchequeado%20and%20Partners%20Livestream%20on%20November%205/

11/02/2024

“I strongly believe that our work at Українська правда has an impact — changing society for the better, preventing corruption and promoting justice,” said our most recent JOTM, Mykhailo Tkach. Read his story here:

Mykhailo Tkach was built to defend justice. The Ukrainian journalist is persistent and fearless, driven to pick apart webs of corruption and collusion. When Russia launched its full-scale invasion…

11/02/2024

Are you an aspiring business journalist? Apply by Dec. 31 for scholarships for Tsinghua University’s master of arts degree in global business journalism! The program trains future journalists to help the public understand global business and the economy.

English-speaking journalists worldwide can apply for a global journalism program in China. The School of Journalism and Communication at Tsinghua University offers a master of arts degree in global…

11/02/2024

Though artificially manipulated content has certainly been present in this election cycle, an “AI revolution” of generated false or misleading political content has not dawned yet, writes ICFJ Knight Fellowships Fellow Laura Zommer. Here’s what could change next election:

Many predicted a revolution in the world of disinformation during the 2024 U.S. election due to the emergence of generative artificial intelligence (AI). But it hasn’t come to pass – at least not yet.

11/02/2024

Calling all journalists! Apply now to John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships to spend an academic year at Stanford University with no tuition to pursue ideas facing the biggest challenges in journalism! Fellows receive a stipend US$125,000.

Journalists who want to collaborate with others to pursue ideas for addressing the biggest challenges facing journalism can apply for a nine-month fellowship. Each year, the John S. Knight…

11/02/2024

Last week, The Washington Post and Los Angeles Times shelved editorials that would have endorsed Kamala Harris for U.S. President. Here’s why they and other newspapers have chosen not to endorse, via Poynter.

Big headlines popped up in media circles last week when the billionaire owners of The Washington Post and Los Angeles Times blocked editorials that would have endorsed Kamala Harris. News staff…

11/02/2024

Journalists holding an official Belgian press card are invited to apply for AJP - Association des journalistes professionnels’ final project grant call for 2024. Grants are available to journalists to support the creation of high-quality journalistic work across all information sectors.
📅Deadline: Nov. 30

Journalists holding an official Belgian press card—whether professional or trainee, freelance or salaried—are invited to apply.

11/02/2024

Studio Hirondelle RDC seeks an editorial manager in Chad who will ensure the highest quality of media output, particularly regarding audience reach and impact. Journalists with seven to 10 years of recent experience are encouraged to apply.
📅Deadline: Nov. 22

Journalists with seven to 10 years of recent experience, preferably in radio, and strong proficiency with digital tools for producing and broadcasting journalistic content, are encouraged to apply.…

11/02/2024

“The program introduced me to a range of advanced fact-checking tools that have truly empowered me in my efforts,” Dr. Tamilselvi Natarajan said about the International Center for Journalists initiative with MediaWise. Read her story here: Scripps Howard Fund

In 2018, Dr. Tamilselvi Natarajan came across a video depicting a child kidnapping, which spread widely on WhatsApp in India. It triggered various child abduction rumors across the country and led to…

11/01/2024

English-speaking journalists worldwide can apply for scholarships for Tsinghua University’s master’s degree in global business journalism. The program trains future journalists to help the public understand the global business and the economy.
📅Deadline: Dec. 31

English-speaking journalists worldwide can apply for a global journalism program in China. The School of Journalism and Communication at Tsinghua University offers a master of arts degree in global…

11/01/2024

Applications are now open for John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships. Fellows spend an academic year at Stanford University with no tuition, and will receive a stipend US$125,000 to pursue ideas facing the biggest challenges in journalism.

Journalists who want to collaborate with others to pursue ideas for addressing the biggest challenges facing journalism can apply for a nine-month fellowship. Each year, the John S. Knight…

11/01/2024

🌍Worldwide opportunity🌍
The Reynolds Center for Business Journalism is offering a fellowship for early-career journalists interested in business journalism. Fellows will complete a master’s degree, work with expert editors on investigative projects and more. Apply by Jan. 1!

Early-career journalists interested in business journalism can apply for a fellowship.

11/01/2024

Teams from nonprofit organizations located in the EU can submit innovative solutions to fight election disinformation for ThinkYoung Hackathons in Brussels, Belgium. The winning teams will share EUR300,000.
Apply by Nov. 6!

Teams from nonprofit organizations located in any EU member state can compete for cash prizes. With the support of Google, ThinkYoung Hackathons are looking for the most innovative solutions to…