Applications are open for the Global Investigative Journalism Conference (GIJC27) Fellowship 2027 in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Organised by the Global Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN) in partnership with the Dutch-Flemish Association of Investigative Journalists (VVOJ), the programme supports journalists seeking to strengthen their investigative reporting skills and connect with media professionals from around the world.
The 15th edition of the conference will take place from October 19 to 23, 2027. Selected fellows will participate in expert sessions, practical workshops and networking activities covering investigative journalism, data analysis, artificial intelligence, climate reporting, corruption investigations and cross-border collaboration.
Full fellowships are available for eligible journalists, particularly those from the Global South and historically underrepresented communities. The application deadline is January 31, 2027.
Global Investigative Journalism Conference Fellowship 2027: Overview
- Host Country: The Netherlands
- Host City: Rotterdam
- Host Organisation: Global Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN)
- Conference Partner: Dutch-Flemish Association of Investigative Journalists (VVOJ)
- Conference Dates: October 19–23, 2027
- Fellowship Type: Full and potentially partial fellowships
- Eligible Applicants: Professional journalists meeting the eligibility requirements
- Language: English
- Application Deadline: January 31, 2027
What Is the Global Investigative Journalism Conference?
The Global Investigative Journalism Conference is an international gathering of journalists, editors, researchers and media professionals focused on strengthening investigative reporting.
GIJC27 will feature more than 150 expert panels and workshops, alongside opportunities to exchange ideas with colleagues from over 100 countries. Sessions will explore modern investigative methods, digital research tools, artificial intelligence, data journalism, satellite imagery, climate change, corruption and international reporting partnerships.
Participants will also learn from journalists who have developed innovative ways to investigate powerful institutions, work across borders and report safely in environments where press freedom is restricted.
What Does the Fellowship Cover?
The full fellowship is designed to reduce the financial barriers that prevent journalists from attending the conference.
According to the organisers, a full fellowship includes:
- Round-trip airfare to Rotterdam or the nearest major airport
- Transportation between the airport and conference hotel
- Hotel accommodation for four nights
- Conference registration fees
- Cocktail reception on October 19, 2027
- Breakfast on conference days, October 20–23
- Lunch on full conference days, October 20–23
- Award ceremony dinner on October 22, 2027
GIJN may also offer partial fellowships, depending on available funding. Applicants can indicate whether they wish to be considered for partial support when completing the application.
Important: The fellowship does not cover visa fees, a daily allowance or transportation between the applicant’s home and their departure airport. Applicants should budget for these expenses themselves.
Who Can Apply?
The fellowship is intended for professional journalists working in different media formats, including:
- Print and online journalism
- Television and video reporting
- Radio journalism
- Documentary production
- Multimedia journalism
- Freelance journalism
Applicants working in developing or transitioning countries are encouraged to apply. Experience in investigative journalism or data journalism is an advantage.
GIJN particularly prioritises journalists from the Global South and historically underrepresented groups. Applicants should consult the organisation’s eligible-country list before submitting their applications.
Journalists who cannot afford to attend the conference but are from countries outside the listed eligibility group may still apply and explain their circumstances in the application’s “Additional Notes” section.
Language Requirements
Applicants need a working knowledge of English because the conference sessions and workshops will be conducted in English. The fellowship application must also be completed in English.
What Will Fellows Be Required to Do?
Successful applicants must put their conference experience to practical use after the event.
Following GIJC27, fellows are required to either:
- Produce a story directly related to the conference; or
- Deliver a presentation sharing the knowledge gained at the conference with colleagues or the wider journalism community.
Applicants should review the organisers’ detailed fellowship guidelines to understand the expected outputs and reporting requirements.
How to Apply for the GIJC27 Fellowship 2027
Applications must be submitted online through the official fellowship application form.
- Visit the official GIJN website and open the GIJC27 fellowship announcement.
- Review the eligibility criteria and eligible-country information.
- Prepare your application in English, explaining your journalism background and how attending the conference will benefit your work.
- Describe your experience and interest in investigative or data journalism.
- Explain how you intend to use and share the knowledge gained at the conference.
- Indicate whether you would like to be considered for a partial fellowship, if applicable.
- Submit the completed application before the deadline.
Application deadline: January 31, 2027.
VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY
If the application form is not available through that page, follow the instructions provided in the official GIJN announcement.
For fellowship enquiries, the organisers list this email address: fellowships@gijn.org.
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