Deadline: 31 January 2025
The Indigenous Journalists Association supports and empowers members through the annual Indigenous Journalism Fellowship (IJF), which is open to current Indigenous, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, First Nations and Métis college students, undergraduate and graduate, pursuing media degrees.
IJF was created specifically for aspiring Indigenous journalists and is an opportunity for students to deepen and broaden their reporting and multimedia skills, while learning from tribal journalists and news industry professionals from across the country.
Student fellows work with mentors to produce content throughout the fellowship while completing a virtual curriculum designed to fill in the blanks left by traditional journalism schools. Fellows will work with individually paired mentors representing broadcast, radio, print and digital media. This innovative experience is designed to leverage the inclusivity and accessibility of online learning while allowing fellows to continue with classwork, jobs, internships and other responsibilities.
IJF sponsorships enable more Indigenous students to pursue careers in media by providing them with hands-on experience. Annual support of IJA scholars and fellows empowers the unique storytelling skills of Indigenous youth and provides a pipeline of talented professionals for mainstream and tribal media.
Benefit
- Fellows will also receive a one-year membership to IJA.
Costs Covered
- All fellow travel expenses, including registration, travel, hotel and meals, are covered by IJA.
Funding Information
- IJF mentors will receive a $500 stipend and complimentary 2025 Indigenous Media Conference registration upon completion of the fellowship requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
- Any current Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, First Nation, Inuit or Métis college or graduate students pursuing degrees in broadcast, print or digital journalism are eligible to apply.
- Preference will be given to college juniors, seniors and graduate students. Recent graduates (no more than six months past graduation) are also eligible to apply.
For more information, visit IJA.
