The United Nations Foundation offers the Polio Press Fellowship to support journalists interested in covering the critical final chapter of polio eradication. This fellowship provides funding for individual reporting projects in polio-affected countries, enabling journalists to produce in-depth stories on the global effort to end the disease. The program is open to journalists from diverse backgrounds and all nationalities, encouraging comprehensive and impactful media coverage.
Program Benefits
- Reporting Grant: Fellows receive a grant of up to $7,000 to support their reporting project.
- Travel and Logistics: The funding is intended to cover travel, accommodation, and other logistical costs associated with reporting from polio-affected regions.
- Global Impact: The fellowship provides an opportunity to create high-impact journalism on a major global health story for international audiences.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the fellowship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Profession: The fellowship is open to journalists from all media platforms (print, online, broadcast).
- Nationality: Journalists of all nationalities and diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
- Reporting Focus: Applicants must have a strong interest and a clear proposal for covering stories related to polio eradication.
Application Process
- Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is January 7, 2026.
- How to Apply: Applications must be submitted through the official UN Foundation online portal. The application typically requires a detailed reporting proposal, a budget, and work samples.
- Selection: A committee will review proposals and select fellows based on the strength and feasibility of their proposed story.
Application Link:
For complete details and to submit your application, please visit the official UN Foundation fellowship page.
