Ufahamu Africa Non-Resident Fellowship 2023 for researchers, journalists, practitioners, and podcasters ($3,500 USD stipend)
Ufahamu Africa invites researchers, journalists, practitioners, and podcasters interested in contributing to content creation and dissemination of cutting-edge analysis and important narratives about life and politics on the continent to apply for a nine month non-resident fellowship.
FOR: Artists & Creatives, Journalists, Others,
-
STATUS: ❌ Closed.
See all active Opportunities
Download Resources
WhatsApp Channel
Selected fellows will have the opportunity to guest host podcast episodes, identify future guests and themes, create partnerships with other content producers and disseminators, and build their research and partnership networks.
Ufahamu Africa non-resident fellows are engaged remotely for nine months to produce the equivalent of four episodes. Fellows will also be asked to join the editorial team to shape season 8 content, dissemination ideas, mashup partnerships, and other podcast production decisions.
Join any of these WhatsApp Groups to receive more scholarships and other opportunities
For chats, help and support, Join our Telegram Community.
Fellows will receive a stipend to support their internet data costs and their time spent on the fellowship of $3,500 USD.
Ufahamu Africa non-resident fellows will be considered members of the production team and will be invited to attend relevant conferences (African Studies Association, Working Group on African Political Economy, Africa Podfest, others) as possible with current travel restrictions. Through these networks, fellows will have access to annual research grant competitions, online and in-person convenings, training workshops, and more.
Requirements:
Applicants must:
- Have experience with research and/or media dissemination to general publics
- Demonstrate commitment to open-access knowledge dissemination
- Demonstrate a commitment to and experience with engaging general publics, policymakers, researchers on topics related to life and politics on the continent
- Demonstrate a commitment to building the capacity of African research institutions/universities/media centers and journalists
- Submit a clear proposal
- Be computer literate, fluent in English, and a strong public speaker
Duration and Benefits: African nationals, scholars, journalists, or content creators based in Africa and female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Team proposals are welcome. Familiarity with the Ufahamu Africa podcast or podcasting in general is preferred. A total of three to four fellows (or teams) will be accepted in this RFA, for a fellowship starting October 2023.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply using the button below or click this link
Deadline: August 30th, 2023
Talithacumi Edom, a seasoned editor at Latest Opportunities, is an experienced Ghostwriter, a professional CAC registrations Service Provider, and a business enthusiast raising her bars everyday.
