2016-01-18

Journalists from all over Europe can apply to become a Journalist-in-Residence at the ECPMF in Leipzig, which provides a safe haven, scholarship and health insurance for journalists.

The ECPMF's Journalists-in Residence Programme provides a safe haven in Leipzig, a scholarship, health insurance and publicity for journalists who have come under pressure due to their work.  Alternatively, it offers a scholarship to journalists and media freedom experts who contribute in an extraordinary way to media freedom in Europe.

If a submitted project is evaluated as essential, it is supported by the scholarship and the infrastructure of the ECPMF. For a successful application, the following conditions should be met:

  • Proof must be provided that he or she is under pressure due to their research or publication.
  • The applicant must have worked full-time and for at least five years as a journalist.
  • The journalist should not be member of a political movement.
  • They should speak proficient English and be able to represent their case in public.
  • They should be willing to contribute to the work of the ECPMF during the residence.
  • They must be able to return to their home country  after the end of programme.

The application deadline is 22nd January 2016. Find more information and the application procedure here

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