Apply for Biodiversity Media Grants 2026 (Up to €12,000) – Earth Journalism Network Funding Opportunity @Earth Journalism Network Funding Opportunity

Overview

The Biodiversity Media Grants 2026, offered by Internews through its Earth Journalism Network (EJN), provide funding (up to €12,000) to media organizations in low- and middle-income countries to enhance biodiversity journalism and build the capacity of conservation reporters.

Eligibility

• Media organizations, journalist networks, civil society organizations, and academic institutions.
• Applicants must be based in countries classified as low- or middle-income by the World Bank.
• Preference for professional journalists, media outlets, and journalism schools.
• Applications must be in English.
• Advocacy or political campaigning projects are not eligible.
• Organizations funded by EJN in 2024 are not eligible.
• Transparency required regarding generative AI in proposals.

Benefits

• Grants ranging from €10,000 to €12,000.
• Access to experienced mentors.
• Support to produce impactful reporting on biodiversity.
• Projects should aim to increase public understanding of biodiversity challenges and conservation solutions.
• Funded activities can include investigative reporting, collaborative initiatives, training, development of reporting resources, and innovative tools.

How to Apply

1. Click “Apply now”.
2. Log in or create an account.
3. Complete the online application form.
4. Upload required supporting documents, including a detailed budget.
5. Submit before March 28, 2026.

Deadline

March 28, 2026