The COP31 Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP) Reporting Fellowship 2026 in Turkey is now accepting applications. The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) will take place in Antalya from November 9–20, 2026.
Journalists and creator-journalists have a rare chance to cover one of the biggest climate catastrophes in history firsthand thanks to this fully sponsored scholarship. Participants will have direct access to policy discussions, climate negotiations, and international leaders tackling climate change.
More than 550 journalists from all around the world have benefited from the CCMP Fellowship since it was founded in 2007, strengthening excellent climate reporting and raising public understanding of environmental challenges.
All significant fellowship-related costs are reimbursed, and there is no application fee. While covering COP31 on the ground, the program offers media workers a great opportunity to improve their reporting abilities, create international networks, and contribute to global discussions on climate action.
Host Country: Antalya, Türkiye
Funded By: Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP)
Opportunity Type: Fellowship,
Eligible Applicants: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Become a creator-journalist or a professional journalist
- Be a national of a low- or middle-income nation
- possess prior experience covering environmental concerns, climate change, or similar subjects.
- Show off your excellent communication skills in English.
- Be able to take part in COP31 for the duration of the fellowship.
- Provide a convincing and well-defined plan for COP31 reporting.
- Make a commitment to creating and disseminating coverage about fellowships.
- have backing from a publishing platform or media organization
- If they can show evidence of a publication promise from a reputable media outlet, freelance journalists are qualified to apply.
Benefits:
- International round-trip airfare
- lodging during the duration of the fellowship
- Support for local transit
- Coverage of visa fees
- Conference access and accreditation for COP31
- Logistical support and help for fellowships
- Opportunities to network with foreign media and climate specialists
- Professional mentoring and editorial advice
- Direct involvement in international climate talks and negotiations
- Possibility to improve worldwide media linkages and climate reporting abilities
Required Documents
- Updated CV or résumé
- Reporting proposal or story pitch related to COP31
- Letter of support from an editor or media organization
- Samples of recent climate, environmental, or related reporting work
- Short video introduction (if required)
- Any additional supporting documents specified in the application form
- Evidence of publication commitment (for freelance journalists, if applicable)
Deadline: 17 June 2026
