Support: Support in exile

The maximum duration of a fellowship is 6 months. The number of awarded fellowships depends on the available funds.

Subsistence costs, support for family

Logistical support to journalists when they resettle in exile. Placement in safe havens and short-term emergency fellowships around the world.

Financial support for subsistence costs

Support in asylum procedures, preparing statements Providing lawyers Financial assistance in individual cases (attorney fees, costs for German language courses, etc.) Support of professional integration

This programme aspires to create an environment that could offer participants the opportunity to pursue their career in Europe through a temporary traineeship placement and mentoring.

Running costs Launch of a new independent exile media Re-launch of an established independent media in exile. Possible costs: Team relocation, salaries, fees (incl. taxes), office / studio, technical equipment, software licences, development of communication channels (e.g. website), capacity building (e.g. SMM, fundraising, language courses), consulting / services (e.g. lawyers, realtors, psychotherapists), travel expenses, other

Funds can be used for: Your professional development: financial support during internships, for journalistic training and workshops, for language courses If you need legal support If you are looking for psychosocial support In exceptional cases: for equipment up to 500€

Journalism-related workshops Mentoring Work experience placements or internships at media organisations, NGOs or charities

Financial support in exile due to threats at home

Quick, flexible funding to respond to security threats or unexpected advocacy opportunities

Temporary shelter in Paris, France Housing, meals and transportation (max. 6 months) in Paris; Administrative, legal and social assistance; French language classes; education