Applications are now open for the 2025 International Journalists‘ Programmes (IJP) Middle East Programme Journalists’ Bursary Programme. Within the Middle East Programme, founded in 2005, the IJP contributes to an intensive dialogue between media outlets in a region particularly affected by conflict and at the same time invites journalists from Lebanon, Palestine, Jordan, and Egypt to take part in an exchange with their German colleagues.
Up to five journalists from the Middle East (Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestinian Territories and Israel) will be given the opportunity to receive a two-month travel and work scholarship for Germany. This is done in cooperation with governmental institutions, foundations and sponsors in Germany and the Middle East. At the same time, this scholarship is open to journalists from Germany who can apply for a two-month stay in the Middle East.
Fellowship Duration
- The fellowship begins on with an introductory event from October 29– 31, 2025 in Berlin together with the German fellows.
- This is followed by German language course and a two-month fellowship at a German media outlet.
WORTH
- Each fellow receives a one-time payment of 5,000 euros (stipend money + 1.000 euros travel allowance). The amount is intended to cover most travel, food and accommodation costs. Scholarship holders are expected to contribute. There is no remuneration fo journalistic work.
ELIGIBILITY
Applications may be submitted by any citizen of the countries mentioned above, aged 21 or over who is working as a regular employee, trainee or journalist for media. The maximum age is 37 years.
DEADLINE: June 15, 2025
To apply and for more information, visit here
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