Applications are open for the Pulitzer Center Africa Education Teachers’ Fellowship 2026. This six-month hybrid fellowship supports primary and secondary school teachers who want to integrate journalism into classroom teaching. The program aims to strengthen critical thinking, literacy, civic engagement, climate awareness, and ethical media consumption. Interested applicants must apply by August 10, 2026.
Application Deadline:
- 10 August 2026
Tell Me About The Award:
The Africa Education Teachers’ Fellowship, organized by the Pulitzer Center, is a six‑month hybrid professional development programme. It equips teachers with practical skills to integrate journalism into classroom teaching to strengthen critical thinking, literacy, civic engagement, climate awareness, and ethical media consumption.
Through the fellowship, selected teachers will join virtual learning sessions, receive mentorship, implement classroom projects, and conduct action research. In addition, fellows will become part of a continental network of educators.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Teachers with interest in:
- Journalism Education
- Literacy Development
- Media Education
- Climate & Environmental Education
Type:
- Professional Development Fellowship | Hybrid | Six Months
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be active primary or secondary school teachers.
- Be from one of the following countries:
- Cameroon
- Democratic Republic of Congo
- Ethiopia
- Ghana
- Nigeria
- Uganda
- Zambia
- Burkina Faso
- Demonstrate interest in journalism, literacy, media, or climate education.
- Commit to participating fully and implementing journalism‑based classroom activities.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Based on teaching background, interest in journalism/media education, and commitment to classroom implementation.
- Selected fellows will join a collaborative learning journey, receive mentorship, and develop innovative classroom projects.
Which Countries are Eligible?
- Cameroon, DRC, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Uganda, Zambia, Burkina Faso.
Where will the Award be Taken?
- Hybrid format: virtual learning + classroom practicum in the teacher’s home country.
How Many Awards?
- 10 teachers will be selected for the 2026 cohort.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Monthly stipend to implement classroom projects.
- Mentorship from experienced educators and journalists.
- Collaborative peer learning and action research.
- Membership in a continental network of innovative educators.
How Long Will the Award Last?
- Six months (hybrid programme).
How to Apply:
- Review eligibility criteria.
- Prepare required information (teaching background, motivation, project ideas).
- Complete the online application form: Apply for Africa Education Teachers’ Fellowship 2026
- Applications accepted in English and French.
- Submit before 10 August 2026.
📧 For inquiries: [email protected] (Subject: Africa Education Teachers Fellowship – [Your Name])
👉 Visit the official fellowship page for details
