Globe and Mail Foundation Scholarship for a Syrian Media Professional: Online Journalism Fellowship 2026

Applications are open for the Globe and Mail Foundation Scholarship for a Syrian Media Professional: Online Journalism Fellowship at the University of Toronto in 2026. This program is designed to mentor and train a Syrian media worker as a journalist for global media.

Application Closing Date: August 24, 2026
Location: Online (or in person at the University of Toronto)
Programme Duration: September 2026 to March 2027
Stipend: Not specified
Minimum Qualification: Not specified (focus on media professionals)
Opportunity Type: Fellowship / Scholarship

About the Globe and Mail Foundation Scholarship

The Globe and Mail Foundation is collaborating with the University of Toronto’s Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact. This partnership aims to support a Syrian media professional. The goal is to help them develop their skills and contribute to global media coverage during Syria’s transition.

The fellowship will provide training in journalism skills. This includes covering specific topics as reporting beats for Canadian and international media. Fellows will work with global newsroom editors and reach an international audience.

About the Globe and Mail Foundation

The Globe and Mail Foundation is dedicated to supporting journalism and media professionals. It focuses on initiatives that strengthen the media landscape and promote informed public discourse. This fellowship is part of their commitment to supporting journalists in challenging environments.

About the University of Toronto’s Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact

The Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact at the University of Toronto offers specialized training for subject matter experts. It teaches them how to cover their fields as reporting beats for various media outlets. The program is not limited to health topics.

Available Fellowship Opportunities

This fellowship is specifically for one Syrian media professional. The focus is on developing their skills in online journalism and global reporting.

What the Fellowship Offers

Successful applicants will receive direct mentorship from program faculty. They will learn to find, pitch, and report their own stories. The program also includes specialized training in key journalism skills.

These skills include:

• AI for reporting
• Investigative journalism
• Building and maintaining a freelance practice

The fellowship includes a two-week “bootcamp” and weekly teaching and story meetings. There will also be skills classes held monthly.

Programme Duration and Location

The fellowship can be attended online from anywhere in the world. In-person attendance at the University of Toronto is not required. The program includes a “bootcamp” from September 8 to September 18, 2026. Weekly meetings run from September 22, 2026, to March 16, 2027. Monthly skills classes take place from October 2026 through March 2027.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should have a good working knowledge of English, as the fellowship focuses on international reporting. While not explicitly stated, applicants are expected to be Syrian media professionals.

Competencies Required

• A strong interest in international reporting.
• The ability to work with global newsroom editors.
• Willingness to learn new journalism skills.
• A desire to contribute to media coverage during Syria’s transition.

Who Should Apply?

This fellowship is ideal for a Syrian media professional looking to enhance their journalism skills. It is suitable for those who want to gain experience in global reporting and work with international news outlets. The program supports individuals aiming to contribute to media coverage during Syria’s transition period.

Required Documents

Applicants need to prepare the following documents for their application:

• CV (in English)
• Letter of Intent (maximum 500 words in English), describing the beat they wish to cover.
• Two pitches for stories (in English).
• Up to three clips of your reporting (these can be in Arabic, and are optional).

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send their CV, Letter of Intent, story pitches, and optional reporting clips to Rob Steiner, Fellowship Director, at [email protected]. Please copy [email protected] on the email. Applications must be submitted by Monday, August 24, 2026, at 5 pm Eastern Time.

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.
• In-person attendance is not required; the fellowship can be completed online.
• Ensure all application documents are in English where specified.
• Submit your application before the closing date and time.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is Monday, August 24, 2026.

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