The Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship is open to women journalists around the world whose work focuses on human rights and social justice. Named for the 1998 IWMF Courage in Journalism Award winner and Boston Globe correspondent who was killed in Iraq in May 2003, the fellowship allows one woman journalist to spend an academic year in a tailored program with access to Boston-area universities as well as the Boston Globe and New York Times. The goal of the Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship is to provide a woman journalist with a transformative experience that will impact her career by offering her the opportunity to conduct research at leading academic institutions and build journalistic skills. The fellow may also participate in the Elizabeth Neuffer Forum on Human Rights and Journalism.

Journalists working in the print, broadcast and Internet media, including freelancers, are eligible to apply. Excellent written and spoken English skills are required. A stipend will be provided, and expenses, including airfare and housing, will be covered. The fellowship will run from September 2009 – May 2010.

The deadline to apply is 15 April 2009.

Please see the detailed submission information: Information for Applicants

• Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship
• International Women's Media Foundation