About the Opportunity
We are pleased to share this external opportunity for media professionals and content creators: the Women Deliver 2026 (WD2026) Media & Content Creators Scholarship.
This program offers full scholarships to global journalists, reporters, editors, podcast producers, photojournalists, and independent content creators producing factual coverage of issues such as gender equality, health, climate justice, and human rights.
Note: This is not a dRPC-managed opportunity. We are sharing it to inform our network. All inquiries and applications should be directed to the organizers through the official portal.
What the Scholarship Covers
Successful applicants will receive:
- Full WD2026 conference registration
- Hotel accommodation (26–30 April 2026)
- Round-trip economy airfare
- Visa fees and processing costs
- Daily per diems for meals and transport
- Travel insurance
- Support person or guardian costs (where applicable)
Who Can Apply
Eligible applicants include:
- Reporters, editors, and producers
- Podcast/radio journalists and broadcast teams
- Photojournalists, videographers, and independent content creators
- Freelancers (with a commissioning letter)
- Priority will be given to those focusing on gender equality, health, climate justice, and other social issues — as well as Indigenous, LGBTQIA+, youth, and under-resourced community journalists.
Key Dates
Application Deadline: 15 October 2025
Notification of Selected Scholars: End of November 2025
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via the official WD2026 Scholarship Portal. Click Here To Apply
