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About this opportunity

The fellowship is designed to encourage research in journalism and media fields while immersing fellows in Al Jazeera’s newsroom culture. Key features:

Duration: 3 months (Phase 1 remote, Phase 2 in Doha HQ).
Fellows produce a 7,000‑word research paper on journalism/media topics.
Topics include:
Journalism in the Global South
Digital journalism and transformation
Media institutions and challenges
Journalistic ethics
Fellows join AJMN teams, meet editors/journalists, and gain practical newsroom experience.
Monthly progress reports required.
Research proposal must be 1,000–1,500 words and original.

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Al Jazeera Fellowship Programme

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Opportunity type

Fellowship

Funding

Partially Funded

Location

Global

Deadline

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About this opportunity

The fellowship is designed to encourage research in journalism and media fields while immersing fellows in Al Jazeera’s newsroom culture. Key features:

Duration: 3 months (Phase 1 remote, Phase 2 in Doha HQ).
Fellows produce a 7,000‑word research paper on journalism/media topics.
Topics include:
Journalism in the Global South
Digital journalism and transformation
Media institutions and challenges
Journalistic ethics
Fellows join AJMN teams, meet editors/journalists, and gain practical newsroom experience.
Monthly progress reports required.
Research proposal must be 1,000–1,500 words and original.

Who can apply

Full‑time journalist or researcher (freelance or employed)
At least 4 years of professional experience in journalism or media research
Strong English academic writing skills (for English fellowship)
Must submit:
Online application form
Fellowship proposal (1,000–1,500 words)
CV/resume
Work samples

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