The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is providing full funding for the UN Biodiversity Conference in Cali, Colombia, and is currently accepting applications. October 21, 2024, to November 1, 2024 is when the 16th UN Biodiversity Conference of Parties (COP16) will be held. Arrival on October 19 and departure on November 2, 2024 are the anticipated dates for participants.
The EJN will pay for the fellows’ support costs, which include: economy class travel, lodging in Cali, meals, ground transportation, medical insurance, and reimbursement for visa fees.
Earth’s astonishing diversity of life is included by biodiversity. Over a million plant and animal species could go extinct by 2030 due to the startling 69% drop in wildlife populations worldwide since 1970. The Earth Journalism Network invites journalists from low- and middle-income nations to apply in order to guarantee thorough coverage of this important event, especially in those heavily impacted by biodiversity challenges. With this fellowship, journalists will be able to report on issues related to biodiversity and spread awareness around the world.
For those who are interested, additional information is offered below.
Host Country: Colombia
Event Dates: Oct 21 to Nov 1, 2024
Financial Benefits: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Professional journalists in low- or middle-income countries (please refer to online classifications) who work for reputable media outlets are welcome to apply.
- Journalists that cover news for print, radio, television, and the internet are welcome to apply.
- Staff members from different media outlets and freelance reporters are welcome to apply.
- Applicants should have previous experience covering stories about biodiversity.
- For coverage at COP16, applicants must have a strong narrative idea about the effects of biodiversity loss.
- The ability to go to Cali, Colombia between October 19 and November 2, 2024, is a requirement for candidates.
- It is necessary to speak English fluently.
Benefits:
- Tickets for flights in the economy class
- Accommodations
- Ground transportation
- health insurance
- Visa fees
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
- a recommendation letter from your editor or manager reiterating your dedication to publishing.
- A letter from the media outlet that freelancers hope to work with must be sent.
- samples of last year’s work on biodiversity-related issues, with English descriptions provided if the material was not initially written in the language.
Deadline: 6th July 2024
