In-Person Workshop: “Solutions Journalism for Climate Stories” (Chile)

On this occasion, participants will be able to acquire new knowledge and/or improve their skills in solutions journalism , one of the most popular areas in the previous workshops! In addition, they will be eligible for one of the 6 opportunities to support journalistic production. They invite you to join this experience and give voice to stories that deserve to be told.

In Chile, the demand for information on climate change is increasing, making it essential for journalists to acquire new skills and specialize in this field. That is why they organized this necessary two-day workshop where participants will have the opportunity to interact with specialists in the field and learn from experienced journalists who have covered issues related to climate change in the country.

In particular, in this training initiative, each participant will delve into key topics covering energy solutions, nature-based solutions and how to practice solutions journalism.

Workshop Phases

• Phase 1
  • They will select 30 journalists who will participate in an intensive, in-person two-day workshop in Providencia, Santiago de Chile. They will be accompanied by local experts who will share key advice on how to approach these topics.
  • These are the details of the workshop
    • Location : Providencia, Santiago de Chile (the exact address will be shared with those selected).
    • Date : August 13 and 14, 2024.
    • Hours : 9 am to 6 pm (approximately).
  • The itinerary will be shared shortly.
  • Your participation in the workshop includes lunch and refreshments provided by Climate Tracker and FES Chile. If you are selected, they will write to you to inquire about your dietary preferences.
  • At the end of the workshop, the 30 participating journalists will be challenged to submit a pitch for a journalistic story to be developed during the months of August and October.
  • The Climate Tracker team will select six proposals in total.
• Phase 2
  • They will select 6 journalists, who will benefit from an exciting experience where they will put into practice what they have learned and develop their proposals between the months of August and October 2024.
  • During this time, if you are selected, you will benefit from personalized editorial support and mentoring tailored to your needs. With the support of the team, you will reach new levels of excellence and create a quality journalistic product.
  • In addition, once their work has been published in local media, each journalist will receive:
    • Additional financial incentive of 250,000 Chilean pesos, a direct support for your talent and dedication.
    • Opportunity to spread your work through the Environmental Media Network: They want your work to be recognized and have greater impact.
  • In short, this is an opportunity to improve your skills as a journalist, expand your professional connections and secure your place in the climate change arena.
  • By the end of Phase 2, you will have become a prominent member of the network of climate journalists in Latin America and the Caribbean and will be ready to face new challenges.

Who is this opportunity for?

• This opportunity is aimed at journalists based in Chile who are interested in honing their skills and telling stories about the energy transition in the region.
• Both journalists working in media outlets and those working independently are welcome to apply. This is a training and learning experience that you can combine with your other responsibilities.
• The ideal candidates:
  • They will have at least one year of experience in journalism.
  • They will demonstrate a clear interest in environmental and climate issues.
  • They will attend the workshop for two days.
  • They will present a convincing journalistic proposal (after the workshop).
  • In addition, curiosity and engagement will be valued, as this learning experience is designed for you to get the most out of it. It’s your chance to stand out and contribute to the dialogue about the future of Latin America.

For more information, visit Climate Tracker.