World Press Institute Fellowship 2025 in USA (Fully Funded)

Are you an ambitious journalist seeking to elevate your career globally? The World Press Institute Fellowship 2025 offers an exceptional, fully funded opportunity to immerse yourself in the U.S. media landscape while exploring its political, cultural, and contemporary issues, all aimed at refining your journalistic expertise.

The WPI Fellowship welcomes international candidates to a nine-week program in which they will engage with the U.S. media environment. This fellowship seeks to enhance journalists’ experiences and promote the free exchange of ideas. Participants will investigate U.S. history, gain insights into the media’s challenges, and discuss various social, economic, and political matters.

Program Overview:

• Travel and learn: Experience major U.S. media organizations in cities such as Washington D.C., Chicago, New York City, and San Francisco.
• Fully funded: The fellowship covers roundtrip airfare, accommodation, meals, and a daily stipend.
• Unique networking opportunity: Establish connections with fellow journalists and industry professionals.

Fellowship details:

• Country: USA
• Duration: 9 Weeks
• Deadline: February 15, 2025
• Program location: Begins and concludes in Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota.

Financial benefits:

As a fully funded fellowship, the program includes:

• Roundtrip airfare to and from the U.S.
• Domestic travel within the U.S.
• Accommodation and meals throughout your stay
• Daily stipend for living expenses

Eligibility criteria:

• Non-U.S. residents are eligible to apply.
• Applicants must possess at least 5 years of journalism experience (in print, broadcast, or online media, excluding student work).
• Candidates should demonstrate leadership potential and be proficient in English.

Required documents:

• Letters of recommendation from professionals in your field.
• Samples of previous work that highlight your journalism experience.

Application process:

• Please visit the official World Press Institute website and submit your application by February 15, 2025.

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