Global Investigative Journalism Conference Fellowship 2027
Applications are open for the GIJC27 Fellowship. The 15th Global Investigative Journalism Conference takes place in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. GIJN and the Dutch-Flemish association VVOJ co-host the event. Fellowships support journalists from the Global South and underrepresented groups.
Program Snapshot
- Host Organization: Global Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN), with VVOJ
- Funding: Full fellowships cover airfare, hotel, meals, and conference registration
- Dates: October 19 to 23, 2027
- Location: de Doelen ICC, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
- Eligibility: Professional journalists, prioritizing the Global South and underrepresented groups
- Application Deadline: January 31, 2027
Focus Areas
- Investigative and data journalism
- Artificial intelligence and satellite imagery in reporting
- Cross-border collaboration and exiled media tools
- Climate change and corruption investigations
About the Fellowship
The conference features over 150 expert panels and cutting-edge workshops. It also offers strong networking with colleagues from more than 100 countries. Journalists share innovative methods for holding power to account. Some speakers work in settings with limited press freedom. The last conference in Malaysia hosted nearly 130 fellows from 80 countries.
What Fellows Receive
Full fellows receive round-trip airfare and airport transfers. They also get four nights of hotel accommodation. Meals include breakfast and lunch on conference days. Fellows attend the opening reception and the award ceremony dinner. Their conference registration fee is also covered. GIJN may offer partial fellowships to some candidates.
Who Can Apply
Print, online, TV, radio, and multimedia journalists may apply. Freelancers in developing or transitioning countries are welcome. Investigative or data journalism experience is a plus. Applicants need working English, since sessions run in English. Journalists from countries not on the eligible list may still apply.
Required Materials
Applicants complete the online form in English. Competition is keen, so they must show how they will use the training. Fellows must later produce a related story or give a presentation.
How to Apply
Submit your application before January 31, 2027.
Click Here to Apply
Conclusion
This fellowship offers journalists rare access to world-class investigative training. Its generous coverage removes most major costs of attending. However, fellows must still pay for visas and their home-country transport. Check GIJN’s official page for the eligible countries list.
