The AMWAJ Fellowship Programme for Journalists (2nd Call)

Location: Eastern & Southern Mediterranean

Fellowship Period: October 2025-February 2026

Languages Accepted: English, Arabic, French, Turkish, Greek

Application Deadline: 31 August 2025

Financial Support: 4,000 EUR

Apply here!

Our backstory

Since its launch in 2016, AMWAJ has championed new perspectives and stories on the challenges and opportunities around water and energy in the Mediterranean. The platform, which means “waves” in Arabic, continues to evolve with an ever-growing network of journalists, organizations, researchers, and policymakers who further our mission of providing quality content and effective communication.  

AMWAJ believes in addressing the most pressing problems posed by human-induced climate change and in presenting and strengthening the solutions that are being advanced. 

Giving back to the community

The AMWAJ Fellowship Programme for Journalists will give young professional journalists a boost in their early careers 

We encourage coverage stories about sustainability and its derivative sub-themes of circular economy, ecosystem restoration, energy transition, sustainable mobility and water resources are what define our world today. Applications with a multimedia focus are particularly encouraged. 

See 2025 Winner!

What we fund 

One applicant will be selected for the AMWAJ Fellowship Programme for Journalists. The first cycle of the Fellowship will take place over five months from October 2025 to February 2026. The successful applicant will receive a stipend of 4,000 euros , plus travel and accommodation costs for approved reporting expenses.

The successful applicant will:

Who we’re looking for

The AMWAJ Fellowship Programme for Journalists is open to young professional journalists (less than 5 years of experience) from the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean countries:

Morocco

Algeria

Tunisia

Libya

Egypt

Palestine

Jordan

Lebanon

Syria

Türkiye

Cyprus

Application procedure/How to become an AMWAJ Fellow

The application process consists of the following steps:

Documents to attach:

  • CV
  • Story Pitch, including details of the formats (e.g., article, video, podcast) you intend to use and links to previous work where applicable. (max 500 words ~ 1-page)

Apply here

Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.
Click or drag a file to this area to upload.
Click or drag a file to this area to upload.
Please provide a brief description of your proposed story idea, including details of the formats (e.g., article, video, podcast) you intend to use. If applicable, include links to relevant previous work. (Max. 500 words, approximately 1 page)

In the Loop

AMWAJ includes Media Partners and journalists from around the Mediterranean region. Discover it here! 
Get in touch if you would like to be an active media partner and request to join our WhatsApp community to share stories, proposals and opportunities across the region.

REQUEST TO JOIN

Support the AMWAJ journey by becoming a member of the Alliance. Joining AMWAJ means your organisation will participate in contributing to a healthier and more equitable Mediterranean for all.

BECOME A MEMBER