Apply for the COP31 Climate Change Media Fellowship 2026 in Türkiye (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the COP31 Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP) Reporting Fellowship 2026 in Türkiye. This prestigious fully funded fellowship offers journalists and digital content creators the opportunity to report directly from the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31), which will take place in Antalya, Türkiye, from 9–20 November 2026.

The fellowship aims to support media professionals from low- and middle-income countries in covering one of the world’s most significant climate events. Since its establishment in 2007, the Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP) has helped more than 550 journalists attend and report on UN climate conferences.

There is no application fee, and selected participants will receive full financial support to attend the conference.

Fellowship Overview

Host Country: Türkiye
Location: Antalya
Program: COP31 Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP) Reporting Fellowship
Conference Dates: 9–20 November 2026
Funding Type: Fully Funded
Application Deadline: 17 June 2026

Fellowship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive a comprehensive support package, including:

Round-trip international airfare
Accommodation throughout the conference
Visa-related support and costs
Local transportation assistance
Official COP31 accreditation and access
Fellowship logistics and coordination support
Networking opportunities with international journalists and climate experts
Editorial guidance and professional mentorship

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be a professional journalist or creator journalist.
Be a citizen of a low- or middle-income country.
Have experience reporting on climate change, environmental issues, sustainability, or related topics.
Possess strong English communication skills.
Be available for the full duration of the fellowship and conference.
Present a clear reporting plan focused on COP31.
Commit to publishing fellowship-related stories and content.
Have support from a media organization, news outlet, or publishing platform.

Freelance journalists are also encouraged to apply if they can provide proof of publication commitment from a recognized media outlet.

Why Apply for the COP31 Fellowship?

The COP31 Climate Fellowship offers a rare opportunity to report firsthand from a major global climate summit. Fellows will gain access to climate negotiations, policy discussions, and international experts while enhancing their journalism skills and expanding their professional networks.

Participants will also contribute to increasing climate awareness and informing audiences in their home countries about critical environmental issues and global climate action.

For journalists interested in climate policy, sustainability, environmental reporting, and international affairs, this is one of the leading journalism fellowships available in 2026.

Required Documents

Applicants may be asked to submit: