Media Research Calls, Fellowships and Conferences

IOM Ethical Migration Journalism Fellowship 2026 — Chiang Rai

A three-month migration-reporting fellowship for journalists and students based in Chiang Rai, with five US$1,000 grants. Apply by 22 September 2026.

Last date: 22 Sep 2026

Media Studies Journal: Call for Audio/Visual Essays — First 2027 Issue

Submit a completed scholarly audio/visual essay and contextualising statement by 15 September 2026. The journal charges no publication fee.

Last date: 15 Sep 2026

CFP: In Media We Trust — Platform Journal of Media and Communication

A media-trust special issue for current graduate students and researchers within five years of their PhD. Abstracts close 15 September 2026.

Last date: 15 Sep 2026

CFP: Post-Conflict Media Reform and AI Governance — Journal of Digital Media & Policy

Submit a 500-word abstract and short biography for a special issue on media reform and democratic change. Deadline: 11 September 2026.

Last date: 11 Sep 2026

PhotoVogue Global Open Call 2026 — Brave New Visions

A free international photography, video and multimedia call for artists aged 18+. Extended deadline: 1 October 2026.

Last date: 01 Oct 2026

31st International Film Festival of Kerala — Film Entries Close 10 September 2026

IFFK invites film entries for its 11–18 December 2026 edition in Thiruvananthapuram. Check the official section rules before submitting.

Last date: 10 Sep 2026

Call for Abstracts: Journalism and Deliberative Democracy in AI-Mediated Public Spheres

Media and Communication invites abstracts on journalism, democracy and AI-mediated public spheres. Abstract submissions are open from 1–15 October 2026.

Last date: 15 Oct 2026

JIFF 2–7 Minute Movie-Making Competition 2026 | Entries Close 30 November

The Jaipur International Film Festival invites short films on “Education in India – Challenges & Solutions.” Entries of 2–7 minutes close on 30 November 2026.

Last date: 30 Nov 2026

Arab Media & Society Special Issue – Media Transformation and the Public Sphere | Papers Due 5 October

Arab Media & Society invites full papers on changing media formats, platforms, creators, AI and the transformation of the Arab public sphere. Deadline: 5 October 2026.

Last date: 05 Oct 2026

OBSCURA 2026 Conference Call – Horror and Contemporary Media Culture | Deadline 10 September

The University of Seville’s OBSCURA conference invites proposals on horror across film, television, games, digital platforms and contemporary media culture. Extended deadline: 10 September 2026.

Last date: 10 Sep 2026

University of Utah Undergraduate Journal Call – Democracy Issue | Submit by 1 September 2026

The Undergraduate Journal of Contemporary Issues and Media welcomes democracy-related research, narratives and creative or multimodal work from undergraduates at any college or university. Deadline: 1 September 2026.

Last date: 01 Sep 2026

EIT Audiovisual Media Skills Funding 2026 — Up to €75,000 per Project

Funding for European organisations developing professional courses in audiovisual AI workflows, intellectual property or interactive digital storytelling. Apply by 14 September 2026.

Last date: 14 Sep 2026

EU Audio Reporting Call 2026 — €4.5 Million for Cross-Border Journalism

European Commission funding call for organisations producing and distributing independent audio journalism on European issues. Applications close 7 September 2026.

Last date: 07 Sep 2026

Call for Papers: Language, the Self and AI Symposium 2027

Interdisciplinary symposium in Pisa on AI, disinformation, journalism, language, identity, ethics and education. Submit a 250–350-word abstract by 15 November 2026.

Last date: 15 Nov 2026

Human-Centred Conservation Storytelling Grant 2026 — Up to US$12,000

Commissioning grants for experienced journalists, filmmakers, photographers and audio storytellers producing human-centred conservation stories in Africa. Apply 1–29 September 2026.

Last date: 29 Sep 2026

FOCI 2027 Call for Papers — Internet Freedom, Censorship and Press Freedom

Interdisciplinary call for research on censorship, surveillance, content moderation, misinformation and open communications. Online-event submissions close 29 October 2026.

Last date: 29 Oct 2026

ICML 2027 Call for Papers — Media and Minority Languages

International conference inviting papers, panels, posters and practitioner dialogues on minority languages, media, education, rights and AI. Submit by 7 September 2026.

Last date: 07 Sep 2026

MeLCi Autumn School 2026 — AI Research Practice in Media and Communication

Four-day online programme for PhD students, postdoctoral researchers and early-career scholars exploring responsible AI methods in media research. Apply by 15 September 2026.

Last date: 15 Sep 2026

ICA 2027 Call for Papers — Centering the Human in an Age of Uncertainty

The International Communication Association invites communication and media research for its 77th annual conference in Glasgow, 3–7 June 2027. Submit by 2 November 2026.

Last date: 02 Nov 2026

Call for Abstracts: Science, Politics, Media and Publics Amid Digital and Societal Transformations

Media and Communication journal special issue on science communication, journalism, AI and public engagement. Abstract submissions: 1–15 September 2026.

Last date: 15 Sep 2026

Call for Papers: Television and New Media Conference 2026 — Democracy in Times of Anger

International media and communication conference accepting in-person and remote presentations. Submit an English abstract by 1 September 2026.

Last date: 01 Sep 2026

Call for Papers: 7th Lisbon Winter School for Communication — Media and Dignity

International communication-research winter school on Media and Dignity, scheduled for January 2027 in Lisbon. Proposal deadline: 15 September 2026.

Last date: 15 Sep 2026

Call for Abstracts: Trust, Misinformation and Institutional Communication

Media and Communication journal special issue examining trust, disinformation and institutional communication in high-trust or high-control societies. Deadline: 15 September 2026.

Last date: 15 Sep 2026

Pulitzer Center Ocean Reporting Network Fellowship 2027: Paid Year-Long Journalism Fellowship

Full-time, year-long ocean-investigation fellowship for experienced journalists, with a monthly salary and reporting expenses. Deadline: 13 September 2026.

Last date: 13 Sep 2026

Pulitzer Center Global South Civil Society Microgrants 2026: Climate and Environmental Journalism

USD 2,000–4,000 for eligible Global South civic-engagement projects using Pulitzer Center-supported environmental journalism. Deadline: 6 September 2026.

Last date: 06 Sep 2026

IEEE Call for Papers: AI Governance, Authenticity and Provenance for Visual Media

IEEE Computer Graphics and Applications special issue on synthetic media, visual forensics, provenance and trustworthy visual journalism. Deadline: 4 September 2026.

Last date: 04 Sep 2026

CAG–ICSSR Research Article Competition 2026: Public Finance, Governance and Data Research

National research article competition for UG, PG and doctoral students; approximately ₹1 crore in total prizes. State deadline: 31 August; national deadline: 30 September 2026.

Last date: 31 Aug 2026

Karsh Journalism Fellowship 2027: US$4,000 Stipend

The Karsh Journalism Fellowship is selecting up to ten early- and mid-career journalists for its 2027 programme. Fellows receive a US$4,000 stipend, fully covered travel and lodging, professional mentoring and three in-person retreats. Apply by 15 October 2026.

Last date: 15 Oct 2026

Fund for Investigative Journalism Grants 2026: Up to US$10,000

The Fund for Investigative Journalism is accepting applications for regular grants of up to US$10,000 and seed grants of up to US$2,500. Projects must have a strong US focus and be intended for publication in an English-language US media outlet. Apply by 14 September 2026.

Last date: 14 Sep 2026

APF Canada Media Fellowship 2026–27: Grants up to C$10,000

The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada is offering two fellowships of up to C$10,000 each for Canadian journalists to undertake reporting projects in Asia. Applicants require at least two years of journalism experience and a publication history in Canadian media. Apply by 31 August 2026.

Last date: 31 Aug 2026

Chauncey Bailey Investigative Reporting Fellowship 2027: Applications Open

Investigative Reporters and Editors is accepting applications for its year-long Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Investigative Reporting Fellowship. Selected journalists receive data-journalism training, mentorship, conference participation and support to complete a community-focused investigative project. Apply by 1 September 2026.

Last date: 01 Sep 2026

IRE Freelance Fellowship 2026: Investigative Journalists Can Receive Up to $4,000

Investigative Reporters and Editors is accepting applications for its 2026 Freelance Fellowship. Freelance investigative journalists can receive up to $4,000, IRE membership, conference access and professional consultation. Apply by 1 September 2026.

Last date: 01 Sep 2026

Fulcrum Fall Journalism Fellowship 2026: $1,000 Stipend for Journalism Students in the US

Applications are open for the Fulcrum Fall Journalism Fellowship 2026. Undergraduate and postgraduate journalism students studying in the United States can receive solutions-journalism training, editorial mentoring, publication opportunities and a $1,000 stipend. Apply by 3 August 2026.

Last date: 03 Aug 2026

Fetisov Journalism Awards 2026: Global Journalism Competition with CHF 520,000 Prize Fund

Professional and freelance journalists worldwide can submit published reporting for the Fetisov Journalism Awards 2026. The competition offers a total prize fund of CHF 520,000 across four journalism categories. Entries close on 15 September 2026.

Last date: 15 Sep 2026

Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant 2026: £10,000 Grant for Young Photographers Worldwide

Applications are open for the Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant 2026. Young photographers aged 24 or below and full-time photography students worldwide can compete for a £10,000 project grant, equipment support and professional mentorship. Apply by 31 August 2026.

Last date: 31 Aug 2026

ICANN88 Fellowship 2027: Applications Open for the Community Forum in Lisbon

ICANN is accepting applications for its Fellowship Program linked to the ICANN88 Community Forum in Lisbon, Portugal. Applicants interested in Internet governance, the Domain Name System and Internet security may apply by 21 August 2026.

Last date: 21 Aug 2026

Free SWAYAM Photojournalism Course 2026 by Pondicherry University – Enrol by 31 August

Pondicherry University is offering a 15-week online Photojournalism course through SWAYAM. The five-credit course covers photography, visual storytelling, photo editing, ethics and career development. Enrolment is open until 31 August 2026.

Last date: 31 Aug 2026

IIMC Hiring Research Assistant for ICSSR-Funded Project 2026 – New Delhi

The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) has invited applications for one Research Assistant position under an ICSSR-funded research project.

Last date: 31 Jul 2026

Elicit Research Agent 2026: New AI Tools for Literature Reviews and Research Synthesis

Elicit has upgraded its AI Research Agent with broader data-source access and revised usage limits. The platform can search more than 138 million papers and now supports PRISMA 2020 workflows for systematic reviews, screening and evidence extraction.

ECREA Journalism Studies PhD Colloquium 2027: Applications Open for Doctoral Researchers

The ECREA Journalism Studies Section and YECREA are inviting PhD researchers to apply for the 7th Journalism Studies PhD Colloquium in Sofia, Bulgaria. Selected participants will receive detailed feedback from experienced journalism scholars. Applications close on 14 September 2026.

Last date: 14 Sep 2026

AEJMC Teacher of the Year Award 2026: $10,000 Prize | Nominate by 15 October

The Scripps Howard Fund and AEJMC are accepting nominations for the 2026 Journalism and Mass Communication Teacher of the Year Award. The award recognises outstanding full-time journalism faculty and carries a $10,000 prize and trophy. Nominations close on 15 October 2026

Last date: 15 Oct 2026

Call for Papers 2026: AI in Broadcast and Mobile Journalism – Electronic News - Deadline 30 August

Electronic News is inviting original research for a special issue examining artificial intelligence in broadcast journalism, mobile reporting, newsroom workflows, media ethics and journalism education. Full manuscripts are due by 30 August 2026.

Last date: 30 Aug 2026

Fund for Investigative Journalism Grants 2026: Up to $10,000 for U.S.-Connected Reporting Projects

The Fund for Investigative Journalism is accepting applications for regular and seed grants supporting high-impact investigative reporting. Eligible journalists and media outlets may request up to USD 10,000, with the next deadline on 14 September 2026.

Last date: 14 Sep 2026

Two Active Journalism Grants: Cross-border Investigations and Indigenous Reporting Support

Two journalism funding opportunities are currently accepting applications: Journalismfund Europe’s European Cross-border Grants and the IWMF Fund for Indigenous Journalists. Check the distinct eligibility, geographical focus, support and deadlines before applying.

Last date: 30 Jul 2026

Humboldt Research Fellowship 2026: New International Call Opens 15 July

The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation will open a new application round for its Research Fellowship on 15 July 2026. Postdoctoral and experienced researchers from all countries except Germany may apply for a funded research stay at a German institution.

Leading Journals in Journalism, Mass Communication and Media Studies: Quartile, APC and Review Time

Compare leading journals in journalism, mass communication, digital media and communication studies by research focus, 2025 SCImago quartile, SJR, publication model, APC and publicly reported editorial timelines.

Journalismfund Europe – Environmental Investigative Journalism Grants 2026

Journalismfund Europe has opened The Invisible Life Grant 2026 for cross-border investigative journalism on farm animal welfare and European-interest issues. Last date: 27 August 2026.

Last date: 27 Aug 2026

IWMF Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism 2026

The International Women’s Media Foundation is inviting applications for the Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism 2026. The fund supports women and nonbinary journalists working on strong narrative journalism projects. Last date: 12 July 2026.

Last date: 12 Jul 2026

ICMCGS 2027: International Conference on Media, Communication and Global Society

Manipal University Jaipur is organising ICMCGS 2027 on Media, Communication and Global Society in hybrid mode on 21–22 January 2027.

Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship 2027–2028

The Harvard Radcliffe Institute invites applications for its 2027–2028 fellowship program. This interdisciplinary fellowship allows scholars, writers, artists and public intellectuals to pursue ambitious projects at Harvard for a full academic year. Applicants from humanities, social sciences, creative arts, nonfiction and journalism must apply by September 10 2026, while applicants from science, engineering and mathematics have until October 1 2026.

Last date: 10 Sep 2026

2027–2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program (Croatia)

The U.S. Embassy in Croatia invites accomplished mid‑career professionals to apply for the 2027–2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program. This Fulbright‑affiliated program provides a year of non‑degree graduate study and professional development in the United States. Applications must be submitted online by 31 July 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CET

Last date: 31 Jul 2026

MIT OpenCourseWare: Free Media-Related Courses and Materials

MIT OpenCourseWare offers free course materials, including media studies, film, digital culture, documentary and media technology courses.

Call for Chapters: Edited Volume on Adaptive Learning and Artificial Intelligence

Chapter proposals are invited for an interdisciplinary edited volume titled Adaptive Learning and AI: Global Socio-Technical Discourses. Abstract submission deadline: 30 June 2026.

Last date: 30 Jun 2026

Special Issue Call: Educational Technology & Society

Theme: Sustainable Utilization of Educational Data for Learning and Teaching

Last date: 31 Dec 2026

IFA Rave Scholarship 2027 in Germany

Fully funded 3–6 month research stay in Germany for cultural professionals

Last date: 30 Jun 2026

INFLIBNET Three-day offline training on "Ethical Issues and Use of Plagiarism Detection in Research"

Three-day offline training on "Ethical Issues and Use of Plagiarism Detection in Research", scheduled to be held from 01 - 03 July 2026, at the INFLIBNET Centre.

Call for Papers

“Communities of Hope” 12–16 April 2027 Delft University of Technology, Delft, The Netherlands

Last date: 09 Nov 2026