Journalists worldwide can now apply for the 2025-2026 Rosalynn Carter Journalism Fellowships for Mental Health Reporting, offered by The Carter Center in the United States. These prestigious fellowships provide a $10,000 stipend, specialized training, and networking opportunities for journalists interested in covering mental health and substance use issues. Additionally, a new international fellowship on climate change’s impact on mental health is available for journalists from the world’s most vulnerable countries.
Location: United States
Eligibility: International & Domestic Journalists
Stipend: $10,000
Deadline: April 2, 2025
About the Rosalynn Carter Journalism Fellowships
Since its inception, the Rosalynn Carter Fellowships for Mental Health Journalism have supported over 285 journalists across 29 years. These yearlong, nonresidential fellowships offer training, resources, and mentorship to help journalists produce impactful, solutions-based mental health stories. Fellows receive guidance from industry experts and past fellows to refine their investigative skills and storytelling techniques.
Degree Level
The Rosalynn Carter Journalism Fellowships 2025, USA ($10,000 Stipend) is open for fellowship-level programs at USA-based institutions.
Available Subjects
This fellowship supports journalists focusing on:
Benefits
- $10,000 stipend to support in-depth mental health reporting.
- Exclusive training on effective mental health reporting.
- Mentorship and networking with experienced journalists and mental health experts.
- Access to The Carter Center’s resources on mental health journalism.
- Promotion of fellows’ published work through Carter Center channels and social media.
Eligible Nationalities
This fellowship is open to journalists of all nationalities.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Minimum of three years of professional journalism experience.
- Covering mental health topics in the United States or applying for the new climate change & mental health international fellowship.
- Media professionals working in print, digital, video, or audio formats.
Application Procedure
To apply, follow these steps:
- Complete the online application form before April 2, 2025 (11:59 p.m. ET).
- Submit a detailed project proposal outlining your mental health journalism focus.
- Provide work samples, a resume, and professional references.
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: April 2, 2025
- Announcement of Fellows: July 10, 2025
- Fellowship Start Date: October 2025
Impact of the Fellowship
Past fellows have influenced mental health policy changes, exposed gaps in psychiatric care, and received prestigious journalism awards, including:
- Pulitzer Prize
- Peabody Award
- Edward R. Murrow Award
Fellows’ work has driven meaningful change in mental health awareness, policy, and services worldwide.
Why Apply?
This fellowship is an opportunity to enhance your career while making a significant impact in mental health journalism. Whether you cover substance use disorders, mental health policy, veterans’ mental health, or climate change’s psychological impact, The Carter Center provides unparalleled support to help you create meaningful stories.
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