APPLICATIONS are now open for the Feminist Journalist to participate in a six-month programme.
The fellowship is themed Journalism as Resistance for early- to mid-career journalists from the Global South.
The programme, which runs from October 2025 to March 2026, is designed to support reporters committed to feminist values and investigative storytelling that confronts fascism, fundamentalisms and anti-gender movements.
Applications opened on September 17 and close on October 5, 2025.
Successful fellows will receive a monthly stipend of USD 500 and work under the guidance of experienced feminist editors to develop three in-depth stories.
Selected pieces will be published on Noor’s platform and may also appear in partner outlets including Global Voices, Untold Mag and Jamhoor Media.
Participants will join thematic workshops on communications strategy led by the Design Action Collective, take part in Noor’s Popular Education School for political learning and networking, and attend the Block & Transform convening scheduled for February 26–28, 2026.
Eligibility is open to journalists based in the Global South with demonstrated experience in written journalism and a clear story pitch addressing issues of fascism, religious or political fundamentalisms, or anti-gender campaigns.
Applicants, according to the organisation, must show a strong commitment to feminist and social justice principles.
Interested journalists are encouraged to review the criteria, prepare a story proposal and submit applications before the October 5 deadline here. Questions can be directed to anasir@wearenoor.org.
Mustapha Usman is an investigative journalist with the International Centre for Investigative Reporting. You can easily reach him via: musman@icirnigeria.com. He tweets @UsmanMustapha_M