Are you a new writer who is passionate about producing journalism for real change? Listen up! We are now accepting applications for the 2022 Jack Layton Journalism for Change Fellowship.
The fellowship supports emerging journalists who are eager and engaged in social justice forward reporting.
Over the period of four months, the fellow will develop a feature story with the editor and will work on brief news pieces each week. As well, the fellow will attend weekly story meetings with rabble editors and staff. The Journalism for Change Fellowship pays a stipend of $5,000 over the course of the fellowship, divided in four monthly installments.
It’s an amazing opportunity for any new journalist – but don’t just take our word for it. Listen to what past fellows have to say:
Interested in applying? Here’s how:
If you’re thinking of applying, please see more details about this fellowship here.
To apply, please email your cover letter indicating why you should be the Jack Layton Journalism for Change Fellow together with your resume, feature piece pitch (see guidelines on how to pitch here), and two writing samples to [email protected].
Deadline for applications is Friday, September 23, 2022 at midnight.
“Don’t let them tell you it can’t be done.”
Jack Layton
The Jack Layton Journalism for Change Fellowship is presented by the Douglas Coldwell Layton Foundation, the Institute for Change Leaders, and rabble.ca.
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