Taylor-Blakeslee Mentored Science Journalism Project Fellowships
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foundation
Overview
Taylor-Blakeslee Mentored Science Journalism Project Fellowships
Focus: Small grants for independent reporting projects paired with mentorship from senior science journalists.
Geographic Scope: United States
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Funder: Chicago-based Brinson Foundation
Background: First awarded in 2019 as a new initiative to support early-career journalist development. Mentors are carefully matched based on expertise and reporting focus.
Contact: CASW, PO Box 17337, Seattle, WA 98127
How to Apply
Application Process
- Submit independent reporting project proposal
- Proposal should include: - Project concept and reporting plan - Intended outputs and publications - Field work/travel requirements - Why mentorship would enhance success - Career goals and how project supports them
- CASW identifies and matches mentors
- Mentor relationships formalized once selection made
- Ongoing communication between fellow and mentor throughout project
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