The Pulitzer Center has issued a call for proposals to support wide-reaching journalism focused on underreported African stories.
The initiative aims to highlight critical issues like water sanitation and maternal health that directly impact local communities.
Grantees are encouraged to produce ambitious, multi-platform work combining print, audio, and video.
Previous projects have investigated diverse topics ranging from the environmental impact of oil drilling in Uganda to malaria challenges in Mozambique.
Funding and benefits
There is no fixed budget range for these grants; the Center reviews projects of all sizes and scopes.
While the funds cover reporting expenses and specific contractors like data researchers, they do not cover general office rent or staff salaries.
In exceptional cases, freelance journalists may receive stipends to cover their reporting time.
The Center also provides support beyond funding, including the creation of educational materials to expand the reach of the published stories.
Application requirements and eligibility
The grant is open to a global pool of freelancers, newsroom staff, and documentary filmmakers.
Special emphasis is placed on supporting teams that reflect the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of the communities they cover.
Applicants must provide a brief project summary of 250 words or less.
This summary should outline the investigative goals and the systemic issues the project intends to address.
A solid distribution plan is mandatory, featuring letters of commitment from news organizations.
The goal is to ensure the reporting is published in outlets that reach the people most affected by the issues.
Deadline
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, allowing journalists to apply whenever a story emerges.
Most applicants can expect a response regarding their status within one to two weeks of submission.
For more information, visit the Pulitzer Center call page. Visit our global opportunity page for more.
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