Fellowship programme for foreign journalists
Young non-Russian journalists interested in professional growth and willing to develop cooperation with Russia and Russian counterparts
About participants
- get to know Russian agenda;
- visit top media outlets of Russia;
- attend lectures and workshops by Russian experts;
- exchange experience with fellow journalists from different countries;
- work in a team of media professionals
Programme
Increasing the number of contacts to be shared among representatives of Russia and foreign countries, publication of materials and stories on Russian and foreign web resources
Fellowship results
Social cooperation and dialogue both in research and expert fields, as well as in journalism and media management are of particular relevance given the current international political situation. The exchange of experience between specialists from different countries as well as the expansion of contacts contribute to trust in international relations, and this increases the opportunities for cooperation in various fields such as economics and politics.
Programmes of 2025
The deadline for applications is March 7, 11:59 p.m. Moscow time (UTC +3).
About programme
Fellowship for journalists from OIC countries
The fellowship programme for non-Russian journalists is an opportunity for foreign reporters to work with top specialists of the Sputnik International Information Agency and Radio, visit leading socio-political venues, and meet present incumbents and experts.
The fellowship programme for non-Russian journalists is an opportunity for foreign reporters to work with top specialists of the Sputnik International Information Agency and Radio, visit leading socio-political venues, and meet present incumbents and experts.
Programme partners
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Sputnik International News Agency and Radio -
Alexander Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Fund
- Working language
English - Number of participants
10 fellows - Duration
4 weeks - City
Moscow
Eligibility
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non-Russian citizenship (countries of OIC countries) - age 25–35
- place of residence outside Russia
- English language proficiency of B2 level and above
- interest in studying Russia and developing bilateral and multilateral contacts with our country
The deadline for applications is March 24, 11:59 p.m. Moscow time (UTC +3).
About programme
Fellowship for journalists from the Middle East countries
RT Arabic is the partner of this programme for journalists from the Middle East countries. This was decided given the Russia Today TV channel’s experience and leading position in the Middle East.
The programme is an opportunity for non-Russian reporters to work with leading specialists from RT Arabic. It specializes primarily in working with television journalists, as well as foreign journalists who produce television and video reports from different parts of the world. In addition, the fellowship participants will have an opportunity to visit and work at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum 2025 (SPIEF).
RT Arabic is the partner of this programme for journalists from the Middle East countries. This was decided given the Russia Today TV channel’s experience and leading position in the Middle East.
The programme is an opportunity for non-Russian reporters to work with leading specialists from RT Arabic. It specializes primarily in working with television journalists, as well as foreign journalists who produce television and video reports from different parts of the world. In addition, the fellowship participants will have an opportunity to visit and work at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum 2025 (SPIEF).
Programme partners
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Russia Today -
Alexander Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Fund
- Working language
Arabic/English - Number of participants
10 fellows - Duration
4 weeks - Cities
Moscow, St. Petersburg
Eligibility
- non-Russian citizenship (Middle East and North Africa countries)
- age 25−39
- place of residence outside Russia
- English language proficiency of B1 level and above
- interest in studying Russia and developing bilateral and multilateral contacts with our country
The application process will be announced later.
About programme
Fellowship for journalists from Latin America countries
The fellowship programme for non-Russian journalists is an opportunity for foreign reporters to work with top specialists of the International Information Agency and Sputnik Radio, visit leading socio-political venues, and meet current present incumbents and experts.
The fellowship programme for non-Russian journalists is an opportunity for foreign reporters to work with top specialists of the International Information Agency and Sputnik Radio, visit leading socio-political venues, and meet current present incumbents and experts.
Programme partners
-
Sputnik International News Agency and Radio -
Alexander Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Fund
- Working language
English - Number of participants
10 fellows - Duration
4 weeks - Cities
Moscow
Eligibility
- non-Russian citizenship (Latin America countries)
- age 25–35
- place of residence outside Russia
- English language proficiency of B2 level and above
- interest in studying Russia and developing bilateral and multilateral contacts with our country
Participation instructions
Navigate to "My projects" section using your member area, then choose the "Create an application" item, tick the name of the programme you are interested in, and fill in an application form
The selection process is of competitive nature and based on professional experience of a candidate. It implies procedures that are participatory (the online interview) and those in absence of a candidate.
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