QatarDPoA MTR UN Journalism Fellowship is a fully funded fellowship opportunity for journalists from Least Developed Countries to attend and cover the 2027 Midterm Review of the Doha Programme of Action in Doha, Qatar. The fellowship supports selected journalists to produce reporting before, during and after the Midterm Review.
The fellowship is offered by UN-OHRLLS, the United Nations Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States, which manages applications, selection and award administration for the programme.
DPoA MTR UN Journalism Fellowship Benefits
- Round-trip economy-class travel to Doha, Qatar
- Daily subsistence allowance for accommodation and meals in accordance with United Nations rules
- Participation in pre-conference orientation activities, where applicable
- Access to Fellowship briefings and networking opportunities
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DPoA MTR UN Journalism Fellowship Eligibility Criteria
- Aged 18 years or older and a national of one of the 44 Least Developed Countries
- Work regularly published or broadcast by a recognized media outlet, staff or freelance
- At least two years of professional journalism experience
- Willing and able to travel to Doha for the duration of the Midterm Review and participate in all required briefings and programme activities
- Demonstrate an interest in sustainable development, particularly DPoA priority areas
List of Eligible Countries
- Afghanistan
- Angola
- Bangladesh
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gambia
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Haiti
- Kiribati
- Lao People’s Democratic Republic
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mozambique
- Myanmar
- Nepal
- Niger
- Rwanda
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Solomon Islands
- Somalia
- South Sudan
- Sudan
- Timor-Leste
- Togo
- Tuvalu
- Uganda
- United Republic of Tanzania
- Yemen
- Zambia
Priority Areas
- Investing in People
- Science, Technology, and Innovation
- Structural Economic Transformation
- International Trade and Regional Integration
- Climate Change and Resilience
- International Solidarity and Partnerships
How to Apply for DPoA MTR UN Journalism Fellowship?
- Prepare a short biography, maximum 300 words, including current professional position and media affiliation(s)
- Include years of journalism experience in the short biography
- List areas of reporting expertise, languages spoken and previous experience aligned with DPoA priority areas in the short biography
- Provide two published work samples, at least one addressing development-related issues
- Prepare a reporting proposal, maximum 400 words, with story angles and planned reporting formats
- In the reporting proposal explain why the issues matter to audiences in LDCs and the publication strategy and intended outlets
- Submit all required documents via the online application form before 30 November 2026
- Note that there is no application fee and incomplete or late applications will not be considered
- Open and complete the application form at the provided online link
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Monday, 30 November 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are frequently asked questions about the DPoA MTR UN Journalism Fellowship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, deliverables and how to apply.
Who can apply for the fellowship?
Applicants must be aged 18 or older, nationals of one of the 44 Least Developed Countries, and work as journalists with regular publication or broadcast by a recognized media outlet.
What are the main benefits for selected Fellows?
Selected Fellows receive round-trip economy-class travel to Doha, a daily subsistence allowance for accommodation and meals, participation in pre-conference orientation where applicable, and access to briefings and networking opportunities.
How many fellows will be selected?
10 Fellows from Least Developed Countries will be selected.
What reporting deliverables are required?
Fellows must produce three substantive journalism outputs: one before, one during, and one after the Midterm Review, and share publication links by 30 April 2027.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close 30 November 2026.
How do I apply?
Prepare a short biography (max 300 words), two published work samples (at least one development-related), and a reporting proposal (max 400 words), then submit via the online application form.
Is there an application fee?
There is no application fee.
Will successful applicants be notified?
Only successful candidates will be notified and award letters will be sent before 31 December 2026.
Does selection guarantee visa or accreditation?
Selection does not guarantee conference accreditation, visa issuance, or travel clearance; final participation is subject to completion of required administrative and travel formalities.
Who is responsible for passports and visas?
Fellows are responsible for passports, visas, accreditation and personal requirements except where the award letter expressly provides otherwise.
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