Hey future-shaping journalists! 🌍 Ever dreamt of diving deep into global migration issues, sharpening your reporting skills, and networking with top international scholars? Well, get ready because the **Toronto Metropolitan University CERC Migration Journalism Fellowship Program 2026** is calling your name!
This isn’t just any opportunity; it’s a chance to immerse yourself for a month at Toronto Metropolitan University in Canada. You’ll explore cutting-edge research, build connections with leading experts in migration and integration, and bring a whole new level of depth to your storytelling. If you’re a journalist passionate about making a real impact with your work, this could be your next big break!
Who Can Apply?
This incredible fellowship is specifically designed for experienced journalists, whether you’re on staff or freelance. To be eligible, you’ll need:
- A minimum of 5 years of professional media work experience.
- A proven track record of covering complex issues with an international scope. Show them your best work!
This is a worldwide call, so journalists from South Africa and beyond are encouraged to apply!
What Does It Cover?
Beyond the invaluable experience, this fellowship offers tangible support to help you make the most of your residency:
- A generous stipend, including a travel allowance, totaling **$5,000 CAD** to cover your expenses during your stay.
- A truly collaborative environment where you’ll learn from top scholars and share your journalistic insights.
- A dedicated academic host from the research team to guide you and connect you with relevant research and contacts.
- Access to a comfortable office space and all the resources available at the CERC Migration facility.
- Fantastic networking and professional development opportunities through CERC Migration’s exclusive research events and workshops.
The residency takes place in vibrant Toronto, Canada, for a consecutive period of 20 to 35 days between March 1 and November 30, 2026 (excluding July and August).
How to Apply?
Ready to elevate your journalism career? Here’s what you need to prepare for your application:
- A condensed CV (maximum four pages).
- A compelling cover letter (maximum two pages) that outlines:
- Your motivation for applying and how this fellowship will benefit your journalistic work.
- How your work aligns with the CERC Migration Research Themes and existing projects, or the Bridging Divides Research Themes and existing projects.
- A description of your proposed activities during your stay (e.g., field research, a media training presentation, workshops, engaging with local organizations).
- Your preferred academic host from the CERC Migration research team or Bridging Divides research team (provide a first and second choice, remembering your host must be TMU-based and not Anna Triandafyllidou).
- Your proposed dates for the visit, ensuring they fit within the March 1 – November 30, 2026 window (excluding July/August) for 20-35 consecutive days.
- 2-3 relevant work samples (upload written samples as PDF; provide links for digital content).
- An optional recommendation letter from a supervisor/editor at a media outlet that has published or produced your work.
Successful candidates will be notified by January 2026. Make sure to apply by the deadline!
Don’t miss this incredible chance to grow as a journalist and impact global conversations! If this sounds like the perfect next step for your career, apply now and explore more amazing opportunities on Bursaries Room!
