The Earth Journalism Network invites applications for a specialized media workshop in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, designed to improve investigative reporting on ocean science and deep-sea mining. Professional journalists and media practitioners from any media format (print, online, radio, television) are eligible to apply, with preference given to applicants based in Brazil. The program provides a fully funded training experience, covering all costs for economy-class travel, lodging, and meals during the workshop from 03 to 04 September 2026. The deadline for applications is 25 June 2026. Details
workshops/conferences
Earth Journalism Network — Media Workshop on Biodiversity in Montenegro
The Earth Journalism Network invites applications for its media workshop in Montenegro to strengthen biodiversity reporting and environmental coverage. Professional journalists and media practitioners working in print, online, radio, or television are eligible to apply. Applicants must be from eligible Western Balkan countries, including Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, and Kosovo. The program provides a fully funded training experience, covering all costs for travel, accommodation, and meals for approximately 12 selected participants. The application deadline is 01 July 2026. Media Workshop on Biodiversity Montenegro
Earth Journalism Network — Media Workshop on Biodiversity Reporting in Kenya
The Earth Journalism Network invites applications for a specialized workshop in Malindi, Kenya, aimed at strengthening conservation and environmental reporting. Print, broadcast, digital, and freelance journalists based in Kenya are eligible to apply, with priority given to women, rural, Indigenous, and early-career media professionals. The program provides a fully funded training experience for about 15 selected participants, covering all costs for travel, accommodation, and meals from 24 to 26 August 2026. The application deadline is 11 July 2026. Media Workshop in Kenya
Reckitt — Catalyst Social Impact Program
The Catalyst Social Impact Program supports social enterprises focused on health, hygiene, water, sanitation, and climate resilience. The program provides tailored business development, mentorship, and funding to scale purpose-driven ventures that address systemic inequalities and deliver community-level impact. The program is open to entrepreneurs from Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Mexico, Brazil, and the United States. The deadline to apply for the 2026 cohort is 09 August 2026. Social Impact Program
Earth Journalism Network — Fellowships for Journalists to Cover the UN Biodiversity Conference
The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) offers fellowships for professional journalists to attend and report from the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP17) in Yerevan, Armenia. To be eligible, applicants must have previous experience reporting on environmental issues and represent an established media house in a low- or middle-income country. EJN will select eight journalists and fully cover economy-class airfare, accommodation, meals, travel insurance, and ground transportation costs for the two-week event. The deadline for applications is 29 June 2026. Fellowships for Journalists
Earth Journalism Network — COP31 Climate Change Media Partnership Reporting Fellowship for Journalists
The Earth Journalism Network offers reporting fellowships for journalists and creator journalists in low- and middle-income countries. Fellowship support includes operational and logistical support, accommodation, and financial support. Eligibility extends to professional journalists from or representing an established media house. The deadline for online applications is 17 June 2026. Fellowship for Journalists
Earth Journalism Network — COP31 Climate Change Media Partnership Reporting Fellowship for Creator Journalists
The Earth Journalism Network offers reporting fellowships for journalists and creator journalists in low- and middle-income countries interested in covering the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP31). Fellows are expected to produce multiple news pieces, stories or informational content during the course of the fellowship. Fellows may produce coverage as text, audio, video or some combination of formats. The fellowship provides full financial support—including economy-class airfare, accommodation, meals, and travel insurance—to enable participants to report directly from the conference venue. The deadline for online applications is 17 June 2026. Fellowship for Creator Journalists
Earth Journalism Network — Workshop: Ocean Science and Deep-Sea Exploration
The Earth Journalism Network announces an in-person workshop that will support selected participants in Brazil to report on the importance of deep-sea science and exploration as well as marine biodiversity. Selected participants will travel to Fortaleza, Brazil, to attend the workshop. For participants based outside the Fortaleza area, EJN will cover non-refundable economy-class airfare, accommodation, meals, travel medical insurance and ground transportation costs related to workshop participation. Eligibility extends to professional journalists from or representing an established media house or news content creators/influencers with an active presence on one or more prominent social media platforms. The deadline for online applications is 18 June 2026. Link to workshop details
Audi Environmental Foundation — One Young World Scholarship
The Audi Environmental Foundation offers scholarships for young leaders dedicated to accelerating social and environmental change. The program is open to individuals aged 18 to 30 from all countries who demonstrate leadership skills and a commitment to creating positive impact through new technologies or innovative solutions. Selected scholars receive full funding to participate in the One Young World Summit 2026, including travel, accommodation, and catering, as well as access to a global network of peers and mentors. Applications must be submitted by 01 June 2026. One Young World Scholarship
Earth Journalism Network — Workshop on Renewable Energy
The Earth Journalism Network invites applications for a workshop in Bhubaneswar, India, focused on renewable energy and a just energy transition. The program is open to content creators, influencers, and community communicators who are interested in deepening their reporting on energy issues. Participants will receive full funding for travel, lodging, and meals to attend the workshop. The deadline for applications is 05 June 2026. Workshop on Renewable Energy