Women Deliver 2026 Media Scholarships for Journalists and Creators

The Women Deliver 2026 Media Scholarships are now open for applications, offering media professionals and content creators from around the world an opportunity to attend one of the most influential gatherings on gender equality and social justice. The upcoming Women Deliver 2026 Conference will be held from 27 to 30 April 2026 in Melbourne, Australia.

What Are the WD2026 Media Scholarships?

The scholarship programme aims to ensure that powerful, diverse, and underrepresented voices are heard in global gender conversations. It provides full financial support for selected media practitioners to attend and cover the conference, helping them amplify critical stories about gender, health, equity, and human rights.

Recipients will gain access to high-level discussions, workshops, and networking sessions, giving them a front-row seat to global dialogues that shape policy, advocacy, and action for women and girls worldwide.

Who Can Apply

The scholarships are open to working media professionals across the world, including:

• Journalists, editors, and producers
• Photojournalists and videographers
• Podcast hosts, radio journalists, and broadcasters
• Social media and digital storytellers
• Freelancers with proof of active commissions or assignments
• Independent content creators covering social issues

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Priority Applicants

While the opportunity is open globally, preference will be given to individuals and communities whose perspectives are often underrepresented in mainstream media. These include:

• Journalists reporting on gender equality, climate justice, human rights, and health
• Indigenous and First Nations media practitioners
• Persons with disabilities
• Women from rural or under-resourced communities
• Early-career journalists or content creators who have not previously attended a Women Deliver conference

What the Scholarship Covers

Selected media scholars will receive comprehensive support, including:

• Full registration to attend the Women Deliver 2026 conference
• Round-trip economy airfare
• Hotel accommodation in Melbourne from 26 to 30 April 2026
• Visa processing and related costs
• Daily meal and transport stipends
• Travel insurance and local transportation during the conference

This ensures that all participants can focus on their professional coverage without financial barriers.

Key Dates

• Applications Open: 15 September 2025
• Application Deadline: 15 October 2025 (11:59 PM CET)
• Successful Applicants Announced: November 2025

Responsibilities of Scholars

Selected participants are expected to actively engage throughout the conference and uphold journalistic integrity. Responsibilities include:

• Attending key sessions, media briefings, and interviews
• Reporting, publishing, or broadcasting content inspired by the event
• Following on-site photography and filming guidelines
• Respecting the conference’s Code of Conduct and ethical reporting standards

Why this matters

The Women Deliver 2026 Media Scholarships represent more than just a professional development opportunity — they are a platform for global impact. For journalists and content creators from Africa, including Nigeria, this initiative provides a chance to share authentic stories that shape public discourse on equality, health, and empowerment.

Beyond coverage, recipients become part of a global network of storytellers driving change through media. They gain valuable exposure, sharpen their professional skills, and help ensure that African narratives are represented in global conversations about gender and development.

The Women Deliver 2026 Media Scholarship is a catalyst for transformation. It empowers journalists and creators to use their craft to drive equity, accountability, and hope across communities. For storytellers passionate about influencing change, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make their voice heard on one of the world’s biggest stages.

APPLY FOR THE WOMEN DELIVER 2026 MEDIA SCHOLARSHIPS