The Al Jazeera Media Institute (AJMI) announces the opening of applications for the 2025-2026 Fellowship Programme, inviting journalists, media professionals, and researchers from all over the world to apply.
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When is the Application Deadline:
4 December 2025
(Applications open from 4 November – 4 December 2025)
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Tell Me About The Award:
The Al Jazeera Media Institute Fellowship Programme is a prestigious 3-month research and professional immersion opportunity hosted at the Al Jazeera Media Network (AJMN) in Doha, Qatar.
It aims to promote high-quality journalism in the Global South by supporting journalists and researchers to conduct original research, explore digital transformation in media, and experience Al Jazeera’s newsroom culture first-hand.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Priority research areas include:
- Journalism and the Global South
- Digital Journalism
- New Schools of Journalism
- Journalistic Ethics
- Media Institutions and Challenges
Type:
🔹 Fellowship Programme
– Includes two tracks:
- Al Jazeera Fellowship (research-focused)
- Visiting Journalist Fellowship (opening at a later date)
Who can Apply?
- Full-time journalists
- Freelance journalists (who meet eligibility requirements)
- Researchers or scholars in journalism, media, or social sciences
- Applicants who have strong writing, analytical, and research skills
- Non-Arabic speakers must be fluent in English
- Arabic native speakers should have working English knowledge (an advantage)
How are Applicants Selected?
A selection committee reviews all applications based on:
- Fulfilment of all eligibility criteria
- Professional background and competence
- Quality and originality of the research proposal
- Relevance of the proposal to AJMN’s mission and journalism practice
- Focus on the Global South or emerging media challenges
- Completeness and timeliness of application (no late submissions accepted)
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Applicants from the Global South and all other regions can apply.
(Programme is open internationally.)
Where will the Award be Taken?
- Phase 1: Completed remotely
- Phase 2: Completed onsite at Al Jazeera Media Network Headquarters, Doha, Qatar
How Many Awards?
Not specified.
(Selected applicants will be chosen based on merit and available slots.)
What is the Benefit of the Award?
Fellows will:
- Join a professional team within Al Jazeera Media Network
- Gain direct experience inside the newsroom and media environment
- Meet and collaborate with editors, journalists, and media experts
- Produce and complete a 7,000-word research paper
- Receive mentorship and access to AJMN research resources
- Enhance professional skills in journalism, storytelling, and digital media
How Long Will the Award Last?
3 months total, divided into two phases:
- Remote phase – Research design and proposal development
- Onsite phase – Research completion in Doha
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit an online application and provide all required documents, including:
- A detailed research proposal
- CV / professional background
- Required personal information
- Proof of language proficiency (if applicable)
Applications must be submitted during the official application window.
