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Friday, September 23, 2011

THE IMMIGRATION JOURNALISM FELLOWSHIP: INFORMATION AND APPLICATION MATERIALS

Application deadline: Wednesday, November 16, 12:00 PM EST.
The recent global recession has brought immigration and integration issues back into the spotlight, especially in Europe and the United States. Yet, with media outlets facing drastic job and budget cuts, it has become more challenging for journalists to undertake in-depth or investigative reporting projects on immigration.
With the generous support of the Ford Foundation, the French-American Foundation is launching the Immigration Journalism Fellowship. This first of its kind Fellowship aims to provide media professionals with the financial means to produce objective and challenging material on one of the most heated and controversial contemporary issues. To that end, the French-American Foundation will award fellows up to $10,000 for their work, to be completed over a 4-6 month period.
The fellowship is open to experienced journalists of any nationality and with an interest in questions of immigration and integration. The French American Foundation will pay special attention to innovative and groundbreaking material. We are looking for visionary, uncovered and meaningful stories with the potential to advance public debate. Both creative content and format will draw our particular attention. All types of stories will be considered (local, global, cultural, economic, etc.), as long as they comply with journalism ethics of fairness and responsibility.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

The French-American Foundation and its Media Advisory Committee will consider media professionals:
  • from all types of media (print, web, broadcast, documentary, etc.);
  • with a minimum of three years of professionalism journalism experience and outstanding achievements in the field;
  • of all nationalities (note that the work produced as part of the fellowship must be published in the United States or in Europe);
  • with the ability to work  in either English or French (the final work must be published in English or French);
  • with a prior commitment from a media organization to publish the work produced.
Applications will be evaluated according to the proposed reporting projects':
  • originality and innovation;
  • potential for a tangible and lasting impact on journalists and the general public;
  • potential for adaptation to different media (video, podcasts, radio, etc.).
Journalists can apply individually, but publications and media organizations are encouraged to submit the names of journalists. Teams of up to three journalists can also apply for a single fellowship and share the funds towards completing their project. Freelancers are eligible to apply as well.
Please note that the fellowship will not pay salaries for journalists on the program but will offer the possibility of a stipend. In addition, it will not cover the costs of a traveling companion, and each fellow can only obtain financing for one project at a time.
At the end of the fellowship, selected fellows will be invited to attend a closing ceremony in New York.
Contact journalism@frenchamerican.org with any questions.
 
The zip file contains a Checklist & Instructions PDF that applicants should read first, along with four forms: the General Information Form, Project Synopsis Form, Work Sample Form and Budget Form.
Once your application is ready, submit it here.

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Fellowships for Developing Countries – International Climate Protection Program, Germany Read more: Fellowships for Developing Countries – International Climate Protection Program, Germany : College Scholarships, PhD Scholarships, Postdoctoral, Graduate International Scholarships Fellowships http://scholarship-positions.com

Scholarships for Developing and Non-European Countries: The International Climate Protection Fellowships 2011-2012 for a Research related project in the field of climate protection and resource conservation.

Study Subject(s): Climate protection and resource conservation in academia, business or administration
Course Level:Research
Scholarship Provider: Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: Germany
Eligibility:
Applicants must provide a clearly visible leadership potential either by experience in a first leadership position or be able to provide appropriate references. They must also have completed their first university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent academic degree) less than 12 years prior to the start of the fellowship (1 September 2012) with outstanding results. They must also hold a further academic or professional qualification (Master’s, PhD, LL.M., MBA etc.) or have extensive professional experience in a leadership role (at least 48 months at the time of application). Furthermore, they are expected to have gained initial practical experience through involvement in projects related to climate protection and resource conservation.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Non European and Developing Countries

Scholarship Description: The International Climate Protection Fellowships enable prospective leaders to conduct a research-related project of their own choice during a one-year stay in Germany. Submit an application if you are a prospective leader from a non-European threshold or developing country (see list of countries) working in the field of climate protection and resource conservation in academia, business or administration in your country. The programme, which is being funded under the International Climate Initiative by the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety, includes a preparatory intensive language course in Germany, a several-week introductory seminar, a two-week training course and a final meeting in Berlin. These activities will enable you to gain additional insights into academic, social, cultural, economic and political life in Germany.

How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: 15 December 2011

Friday, September 16, 2011

Creative Enterprise Training


Are you a business person in the entertainment / creative industry in Nigeria? Have you struggled to put together business plans for grant or investment funding?
We have just the thing! The British Council supported by Bank of Industry presents: Business training for Creative entrepreneurs taking place in Abuja and Lagos. Download and complete the application form to apply.
 

To participate you must:
  • Have at least 1 year experience in running a creative business in any capacity in any of the below named sectors
·               Advertising
·               Architecture
·               Heritage and Museums
·               Broadcasting
·               Crafts
·               Design (Including Fashion)
·               Film, Video and Photography
·               Software, computer games and electronic publishing
·               Music
·               Visual or Performing Arts
·               Publishing 
  • Be aged at least 18
  • Be entrepreneurial
  • Have a passion for your sector
  • Have evidence of leadership capabilities in your sector
  • Have evidence of originality of ideas
  • Have English language skills to ‘competent user’ level
  • Should be available to attend the full four days of the course:
·             Lagos: 12 – 15 October
·             Abuja: 17 – 20 October 

For more information, please go to www.britishcouncil.org/africa