Global Investigative Journalism Conference (GIJC) Fellowship 2027 in the Netherlands

Brief Description

The Global Investigative Journalism Conference (GIJC) Fellowship 2027 offers a fully funded opportunity for media professionals to attend the 15th Global Investigative Journalism Conference (GIJC27) in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Co-hosted by GIJN and De Vereniging van Onderzoeksjournalisten (VVOJ), this premier event runs from October 19, 23, 2027, at the iconic de Doelen ICC Rotterdam. If you are a reporter from the Global South or a historically underrepresented group eager to master cutting-edge reporting tools, artificial intelligence in investigations, and cross-border collaboration, this program covers your travel and stay so you can network with colleagues from more than 100 countries.

Name of Host Institution

GIJN and De Vereniging van Onderzoeksjournalisten (VVOJ) (the Dutch-Flemish Association of Investigative Journalists)

Requirements/Eligibility Criteria

• Open to professional print, online, television, video, radio, documentary, multimedia, and freelance journalists working in developing or transitioning countries
• Prior experience in investigative or data journalism is a strong plus
• Priority given to journalists from the Global South and historically underrepresented groups
• Working knowledge of English, as all panels and workshops are conducted in English
• Ability to complete and submit your fellowship application in English

Benefits

• Round-trip airfare to Rotterdam, The Netherlands (or the nearest major airport)
• Transport between the airport and the conference hotel
• Hotel accommodation for four nights
• Cocktail reception on the evening of October 19, 2027
• Breakfast on conference days from October 20, 23, 2027
• Lunch on full conference days from October 20, 23, 2027
• Award ceremony dinner on the evening of October 22, 2027
• Full conference registration fee waiver

Post-Conference Obligations

• Produce a published story directly related to GIJC27, or
• Deliver a presentation based on the knowledge you gained at GIJC27 to your colleagues or the wider journalism community

Deadline

January 31, 2027

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Q: Where will the 15th Global Investigative Journalism Conference take place?

The conference will be held at de Doelen ICC Rotterdam, a concert and congress center located in the heart of Rotterdam, The Netherlands.

Q: What expenses does the GIJC27 Full Fellowship cover?

The fellowship covers round-trip airfare, airport-to-hotel transport, four nights of hotel accommodation, conference registration, daily breakfast and lunch during conference days, a welcome cocktail reception, and an award ceremony dinner.

Q: Who is prioritized for the fellowship awards?

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