Alfred Friendly Press Partners Fellowship 2027

The Alfred Friendly Press Partners Fellowship 2027 supports journalists in exile, offering a transformative program to help them rebuild their careers in a new environment. This initiative, now in its fourth year, focuses on professionals who have faced extreme hardships, providing them with training, networking, and stability to continue their vital work in journalism. The fellowship aims to equip exiled journalists with the skills needed to thrive in new media landscapes while fostering a global community of like-minded peers.⁠​‌‌‌‌‌​‌‌​​​‌​​‌​‌‌​​‌‌​​‌​‌​​​​⁠

What it offers

• Tailored curriculum designed to empower journalists facing insurmountable challenges.
• Training and mentorship to adapt to new media environments.
• Access to a global network of fellow journalists from diverse backgrounds.
• Support in rebuilding careers in exile, including confidence-building and resilience tools.
• Stability and professional development in the United States, including exposure to U.S. governmental mechanisms and media practices.

Who can apply

Journalists who have been forced into exile due to insurmountable hardships, often the most prominent figures in their home countries.

What you'll do

• Engage in structured training programs focused on journalism craft and adaptation.
• Participate in networking sessions with peers facing similar challenges.
• Gain exposure to U.S.-based media environments, including governmental mechanisms.
• Develop confidence and resilience to continue journalism work in new contexts.

How to apply

• Application details are provided through the official fellowship website, where interested journalists must submit their applications.
• The process involves expressing commitment to journalism in exile and demonstrating professional experience.

Good to know

• The fellowship is part of Alfred Friendly Press Partners’ ongoing efforts to support journalists in danger since 1984.
• Fellows benefit from a global alumni network and opportunities to contribute to newsrooms across the U.S.