Investigative Reporters and Editors - Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Investigative Reporting Fellowship Program 2026 (With Stipends Available)

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About Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Investigative Reporting Fellowship Program

The Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Investigative Reporting Fellowship is accepting applications from journalists of color interested in advancing their investigative journalism skills.The fellowship is designed to support community-centered investigative reporting that benefits U.S.-based audiences.Through training, mentorship, data support, and professional development, fellows work toward completing an investigative project that serves their community.

• Sponsor Organisation: Investigative Reporters and Editors

Benefits of Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Investigative Reporting Fellowship Program

The fellowship provides several professional development benefits.

Benefits include:

• Complimentary IRE membership or membership renewal
• Membership value ranging from $25 to $75
• Complimentary conference registration
• Travel stipend of $500
• Training from Investigative Reporters and Editors
• Mentorship support
• Access to data services
• Professional support for project development

These benefits are intended to help fellows complete a strong investigative reporting project during the yearlong programme.

Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Investigative Reporting Fellowship Program Requirements

• U.S. journalists of color who want to improve their investigative skills. Journalists globally can apply but their work has to be for a U.S.-based audience.

• Applicants should have at least three years of post-college work experience.

• Applicants should be currently working with a supportive news organization or working as an independent journalist.

• Applicants who can propose a well-developed project which would benefit from the training and mentoring the fellow would receive.

• Students are not eligible.

Required application materials:

• LinkedIn page or link to resume

• Links to two clips showcasing investigative work

• Description of project to be tackled during the fellowship (calendar year)

• Letter of support from supervisor/management stating the newsroom/management will allow the fellow time to work on the project and time to attend all required IRE trainings included in the fellowship. The letter should also serve as a recommendation letter. Independent journalists, a letter of recommendation is required.

Application Date and Process

• Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

30 June, 2026

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