Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is currently accepting applications for its Biodiversity Fellowships for Journalists to Cover the UN Biodiversity Conference (UNCBD COP17) in Yerevan, Armenia 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About EJN - Biodiversity Fellowships for Journalists to Cover the UN Biodiversity Conference (UNCBD COP17) in Yerevan, Armenia
The Biodiversity Fellowship Program supports journalists from low- and middle-income countries to cover the UN Convention on Biological Diversity COP17 in Yerevan, Armenia.The fellowship enables selected journalists to attend the full conference period in person and report on global biodiversity negotiations, ecological impacts, and policy outcomes.The program is designed to strengthen environmental journalism and improve public access to information about biodiversity loss and international conservation action.
Benefits of EJN - Biodiversity Fellowships for Journalists to Cover the UN Biodiversity Conference (UNCBD COP17) in Yerevan, Armenia
- EJN will cover non-refundable economy-class airfare, accommodation, meals, travel medical insurance and ground transportation costs related to fellowship participation.
- Organizers will also facilitate the press accreditation process and provide logistical support relating to the trip. Please note that the process of obtaining any necessary visas is the fellow's individual responsibility, though EJN will reimburse visa costs.
EJN - Biodiversity Fellowships for Journalists to Cover the UN Biodiversity Conference (UNCBD COP17) in Yerevan, Armenia Requirements
To be eligible for the fellowship, the applicant must:
- Be a professional journalist from or representing an established media house and reporting from a low- or middle-income country as classified by the World Bank.
- Have previous experience reporting on biodiversity issues and clearly indicate the kinds of stories you might pursue while covering the conference.
- Be available and willing to travel to Yerevan to attend COP17 in person, arriving on October 17 and departing no earlier than October 31, 2026.
- Have a good command of the English language
- Share an up-to-date resume/CV
- Provide a letter of support from an editor, producer, or supervisor who can confirm that your news reports will be published or broadcast in an established media outlet. Freelancers are welcome to apply but must provide a letter of support from a media outlet for which they intend to report.
- Provide recent, relevant and journalistic work samples on biodiversity topics, which can be uploaded as documents or web links. Stories can be in any language as long as they are accompanied by a short English synopsis. Clips must focus on biodiversity topics and should have been published in the last 12 months.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
29 June, 2026
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