Caribbean Journalists: Join the International COP29 Reporting Team in Baku (Stipend Provided)
About Climate Tracker
Climate Tracker (CT) is an international non-profit organization dedicated to supporting, training, and incentivizing better climate journalism globally. They believe in the power of journalism but recognize that many young journalists lack the training, resources, or support to identify and tell the climate stories they want to. They also recognize that this challenge is often greatest in the countries hardest hit by climate change. To address this, they:
- Provide training and fellowships for young journalists around the world to tell better climate stories locally.
- Conduct action-oriented media research to better understand the biggest challenges, trends, and obstacles to powerful climate reporting around the world.
- Fund young journalists to report on the world’s most pressing issues and cover the world’s biggest moments, including UN negotiations and conferences.
- Support global collaboration.
Are you passionate about climate change and eager to make a difference? Do you dream of being at the forefront of reporting on global environmental negotiations?
Climate Tracker is seeking exceptional journalists from the Caribbean region to join our international Climate Tracker COP29 reporting team. This is an unparalleled opportunity to cover pivotal climate stories while amplifying the Caribbean’s perspectives on a global stage.
What’s in it for you?
- In-person Fellows: Will attend the COP29 conference in the city of Baku, gaining firsthand experience. They will also be part of an intensive pre-COP training programme and receive support to publish their stories. For in-person fellows, funding covers accommodation in Baku, flights to and from Baku, and a stipend.
- Online Fellows: Will be part of an intensive pre-COP training programme and receive support to publish their stories. Funding covers a stipend.
- Expert Training: Both types of Climate Tracker Fellows (in-person and online), will receive exclusive training from seasoned climate journalists and industry experts.
- Networking Opportunities: Engage with a vibrant network of climate advocates, fellow journalists, and policy influencers from around the globe. Connect with like-minded individuals, build lasting relationships, and expand your professional horizons.
- Stipend Support: A stipend is provided to support your reporting efforts.
Application Process
- Apply Online: Fill out the application form, sharing your passion for climate journalism, relevant experience, and vision for covering COP29. Submit a compelling climate-related story or article you’ve written and published. Submit your application by September 6th, 2024.
- Selection Process: The team will carefully review each application, selecting outstanding journalists to join our COP29 in-person and online team.
Application Deadline: Friday, 6th September 2024 (11:59 PM AST)
For any questions, please contact:
- Dizzanne Billy – Caribbean Regional Director (dizzanne@climatetracker.org)
- Camol Walker – Caribbean Communications Officer (camo@climatetracker.org)
For more information, visit the website.
