By Betsy Model, President The Payne Awards for Ethics in Journalism recognize journalists who demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to ethical conduct, even when faced with economic, personal or political pressure. For the past twelve years, they have been awarded to top journalist and news organizations around the US and have Read more…
By Betsy Model, Presiden The Phillips Foundation in Washington, D.C., is dedicated to advancing the cause of objective journalism. The foundation’s Robert Novak Journalism Fellowship Program seeks to support journalists who share the foundation’s mission to advance constitutional principles, a democratic society, and a vibrant free-enterprise system. The fellowship program Read more…
By Betsy Model, President The Council on Contemporary Families has announced the opening of nominations for its Ninth Annual Media Awards competition. The awards honor outstanding journalism that contributes to the public understanding of contemporary family issues, in particular the story behind the story: how diverse families are coping with Read more…
By Betsy Model, President The International Center for Journalists seeks a Knight International Journalism Fellow to guide the development of the International Media Institute of India (IMII). Located in the Delhi suburb of Noida, IMII opened its doors this summer to 30 students from India and the region. The ideal Read more…
By Betsy Model, President The fellow will lead a one-year project in partnership with key local media organizations, mentoring and training journalists to improve the quality, quantity and impact of health coverage. The project will work to create coverage that affects policy and helps save the lives of those threatened Read more…
By Betsy Model, President Broadcast journalists may apply for a fellowship. One fellow will be sent to Bangladesh in early 2011. For approximately a one-month period, the Rapid-Response Fellow will support the development of the Television News Agency (TvNA). Launched in 2009 by the Bangladesh Centre for Development, Journalism and Read more…