David Dietz Fellowship - Investigative Reporters & Editors

Provides assistance to attend the IRE Conference, June 17-20, 2021.

Description

Established in 2011 for the late David Dietz, an award-winning journalist and a past president of IRE. The fellowship supports early career journalists who have a demonstrated interest in financial investigative reporting.

Applications are due April 19, 2021

Apply online

Who is eligible?

Journalists and independent journalists with less than 10 years’ professional experience and a demonstrated interest in financial investigative journalism who have a financial need for assistance. Students are not eligible.

What does the fellowship provide?

One-year IRE membership/renewal ($70 value)
Complimentary conference registration ($315 value)
Up to three hotel nights ($900 value)
Travel stipend ($500)

Required application materials:

LinkedIn page or link to resume
Links to two clips showcasing financial investigative work
Letter of support from supervisor/appropriate person to attend the conference. Letter should include why you are deserving of a fellowship to receive this training.
Statement on financial need