Global Investigative Journalism Conference Fellowship 2027 in The Netherlands
Brief Description
The Global Investigative Journalism Conference Fellowship 2027 opens an extraordinary door for reporters to attend the 15th Global Investigative Journalism Conference (GIJC27) in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Co-hosted by GIJN and De Vereniging van Onderzoeksjournalisten (VVOJ), this fully funded journalism fellowship is designed specifically for print, online, television, video, radio, documentary, and multimedia journalists from the Global South and other developing or transitioning regions. If you want to elevate your reporting skills and connect with global investigative peers, this program supports your entire journey. Applications remain open until January 31, 2027.
Name of Host Institution
GIJN and De Vereniging van Onderzoeksjournalisten (VVOJ) (the Dutch-Flemish Association of Investigative Journalists)
Open to professional print, online, television, video, radio, documentary, and multimedia journalists in developing or transitioning countries.
Experience in investigative or data journalism is a distinct plus.
Commitment to producing a story directly related to #GIJC27 or giving a presentation based on your learnings to colleagues or the wider journalism community.
Fellowship Benefits
Your fellowship covers round-trip airfare to Rotterdam, The Netherlands (or your nearest major airport), transport between the airport and the conference hotel, and four nights of hotel accommodation. You also receive full conference registration, entry to the opening cocktail reception on the evening of October 19, 2027, breakfast on conference days (October 20, 23), lunch on full conference days, and a seat at the award ceremony dinner on the evening of October 22, 2027.
Q: What obligations do fellows have after the conference ends?
Fellows are required to either produce a story directly related to #GIJC27 or give a presentation based on their conference knowledge to colleagues or the wider journalism community.
Q: What specific expenses does the full fellowship cover?
The fellowship covers round-trip airfare, airport-to-hotel transport, four nights of lodging, conference registration, daily breakfast and lunch during the event, and specific evening receptions and dinners.
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