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Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship 2027 | Paid Fellowship

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Deadline

2026-07-10

Country

Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, United States

Level

fellowship

Organization

Durham University

Field

Journalism, Investigative Reporting

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship is a nine-month paid fellowship designed for early career journalists. It is offered by Durham University in collaboration with Reuters and other media partners. Fellows will undertake an investigative project within a newsroom located in Toronto, London, Sydney, or New York. The program provides mentorship from top Reuters editors, supervision from Durham University, and access to university academics and research resources, aiming to develop rigorous, fact-based research and reporting skills.

Coverage

This is a fully-funded fellowship. Fellows will receive a monthly salary of approximately £4,444 (equivalent to a pro-rata salary of c.£53,333 per year). Additionally, a living stipend of £1,250 per month and a one-time payment of £1,800 for travel and related expenses are provided.

Eligibility

The fellowship is a global opportunity open to applicants worldwide. Candidates should possess two to five years of professional experience in journalism. Applicants not currently working as journalists but with investigative experience in related fields (e.g., working as an author or researcher on authoritative investigative work, or developing in-field photo or video research projects, documentaries, or exhibitions) may also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applications from members of groups under-represented in journalism are encouraged. Successful candidates must meet the applicable immigration requirements for the fellowship country.

Requirements

Applicants must submit the following documents: * A short statement (up to 500 words) describing themselves, their aspirations for the fellowship, and how their vision of journalism aligns with the program. * A detailed proposal (600-800 words) for an investigative project to be undertaken during the fellowship. The online form may initially only accept up to 600 words, with the full proposal uploaded separately. * A one or two-page CV/Resume, including a link to their LinkedIn profile. * Examples of their work. * A letter of recommendation. All application materials and work samples must be submitted in English. Any work originally produced in another language should be translated into English before submission.

How to apply

The application process involves completing an online application form. Applicants will need to provide the required documents, including the short statement and detailed proposal. Upon successful completion of the initial form, applicants will receive an email with a link to a folder where they can upload their full proposal (if longer than 600 words), CV, work examples, and recommendations.

Notes

AI-generated proposals will be disqualified. The specific city of placement (Toronto, London, Sydney, or New York) will be decided by the Fellowship Committee. The fellowship is for the 2027 cycle.

Source & Verification

Host organization: Durham University

Original source: OpportunitiesCircle

Official application page: https://forms.microsoft.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=i9hQcmhLKUW-RNWaLYpvlBI0AWjO9HFNoQLeOCR2ezJUMEpMRlMyUTc1MzJGNjYwRDFTUzNMSk1JOS4u&route=shorturl

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.