TISL awards fellowships in investigative journalism
Wednesday, 2 April 2014 00:00
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Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) calls for applications from print and electronic media journalists for a fellowship program in investigative journalism. Mid-career and regional media personnel are encouraged to apply.
To be selected for the prorgam, applicants should have at least three years of experience as a journalist and should be currently employed in a media institute. Their contribution to the media institute should be supported by attaching three work samples, already published or broadcast, during the last three months.
Selected journalists will be provided with a comprehensive training in investigative journalism before embarking on developing a story, based on the training. Throughout the three-month fellowship period, the selected journalists will have mentoring support and a stipend to meet the initial costs such as travelling and accommodation.
An experienced team of trainers including former editors of newspapers will conduct the training. Successful participants will be awarded fellowship certificates.
Applications, which will close on 20 April 2014, should be submitted along with the applicant’s CV and other documents including three work samples, to Transparency International Sri Lanka, No. 183/5 High level Road, Colombo 6. For more information please call 4369781.
