GIJC27 Fellowship to the 2027 Global Investigative Conference in Netherlands

Applications are now open for the GIJC27 Fellowship, which gives journalists the chance to attend the 15th Global Investigative Journalism Conference in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, from October 19 to 23, 2027. The fellowship is open to professional journalists working in print, online, television, video, radio, documentary, and multimedia, including freelancers. Journalists from the Global South and historically underrepresented groups are given priority.

The full fellowship covers airfare, hotel, meals, and the conference registration fee, and partial fellowships may also be offered. The application deadline is January 31, 2027. The official announcement does not mention any application fee, and applicants apply through a free online form. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Organizer: Global Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN), co hosted with VVOJ
• Host Country: The Netherlands (Rotterdam)
• Venue: de Doelen ICC Rotterdam
• Conference Dates: October 19 to 23, 2027
• Application Deadline: January 31, 2027
• Funding Type: Full fellowship
• Open to All Nationalities: Yes

What This Fellowship Offers:

• Round trip airfare to Rotterdam or the nearest major airport, so you do not have to find the money for the most expensive part of the trip
• Airport transfers between the airport and the conference hotel
• Four nights of hotel accommodation, so you have a place to stay throughout the conference
• Conference registration, which gives you full access to more than 150 panels and workshops
• Breakfast and lunch on conference days (October 20 to 23)
• A cocktail reception on October 19, where you can meet other journalists on arrival
• An award ceremony dinner on October 22

Beyond the funded trip, fellows gain:

• Hands on skills in online search techniques, AI, satellite imagery, and data journalism
• Practical advice on cross border collaboration and on working safely in places with limited press freedom
• Connections with colleagues from more than 100 countries, which can lead to future partnerships and stories
• Insight from top journalists who use technology to hold power to account

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Eligibility Criteria:

• You are a professional print, online, television, video, radio, documentary, or multimedia journalist
• You are a freelance journalist, including those in developing or transitioning countries
• You have a working knowledge of English, since the conference and the application are in English
• You can explain how you will make good use of the training

Extra points:

• Experience in investigative or data journalism is a plus, but it is not required

Priority groups:

• Journalists from the Global South
• Journalists from historically underrepresented groups

If your country is not on the eligible countries list but you cannot cover the cost of attending, apply anyway and explain your situation under “Additional Notes” in the form.

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Eligible Fields:

• Print Journalism
• Online Journalism
• Television Journalism
• Video Journalism
• Radio Journalism
• Documentary Journalism
• Multimedia Journalism
• Freelance Journalism
• Investigative Journalism
• Data Journalism

Fellowship Requirements After the Conference:

Every fellow must do one of the following after GIJC27:

• Produce a story directly related to GIJC27, or
• Give a presentation based on what you learned, either to your colleagues or to the wider journalism community

Tips for a Strong Application:

• Show your reporting experience with clear examples of your work
• Explain how the conference topics connect to your current or planned stories
• Describe how you will share what you learn after the conference
• Keep your answers clear, honest, and specific, because competition is strong

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Important Notes:

• GIJN receives a high volume of applications and cannot update applicants individually on their status
• The final number of fellowships has not been announced. At the last conference in Malaysia, nearly 130 fellows from 80 countries and territories were supported
• For questions, email [email protected]

Useful Links:

• VVOJ Website
• GIJN Bulletin Newsletter

How to Apply:

1. Read the eligibility criteria and fellowship requirements carefully.
2. Open the official application form.
3. Fill out every section in English and explain clearly how you will use what you learn at GIJC27.
4. Tell GIJN if you want to be considered for a partial fellowship.
5. Submit your application before January 31, 2027.

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