2027 Karsh Journalism Fellowship: $4,000 Stipend, Fully Funded U.S. Retreats, and Specialized Training for Journalists

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Requirements Applicants must meet the following requirements: Be a professional journalist or recent journalism school graduate. Be an early-career or mid-career journalist. Be a U.S. citizen or possess valid work authorization allowing employment in the United States throughout the fellowship period. Commit to attending all required programme activities. Participate in monthly Zoom sessions. Complete and publish a fellowship reporting project. Selection Process The programme is highly competitive. Each year, up to 10 fellows are selected from a pool of talented journalists from across the United States. Selection is based on factors such as: Professional experience Reporting potential Commitment to journalistic excellence Interest in exploring Jewish issues Capacity to contribute meaningful public understanding through journalism Why This Fellowship Stands Out The Karsh Journalism Fellowship offers a rare opportunity for journalists to gain specialized expertise while maintaining complete editorial independence. Unlike many reporting fellowships that focus on narrow thematic objectives, the Karsh Fellowship encourages fellows to explore Jewish topics through their own reporting interests and professional judgment. The programme’s emphasis on accuracy, transparency, and nonpartisanship makes it particularly valuable for journalists committed to producing fair, balanced, and impactful reporting. Combined with fully funded retreats, expert mentorship, a generous stipend, and ac