Join the COP31 Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP) Reporting Fellowship in Antalya, Türkiye
COP31 Climate Change Reporting Fellowship 2026
Applications are now officially open for the COP31 Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP) Reporting Fellowship 2026. This fully funded opportunity invites professional journalists and creator journalists from low- and middle-income countries to report directly from the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference in Antalya, Türkiye. No application fee is required.
📅 Nov 9 – 20, 2026 · 🏛 Antalya, Türkiye
Remaining time until application deadline · Target: June 17, 2026
About the Fellowship
The COP31 Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP) has supported over 550 journalists since its launch in 2007. This year, the fellowship offers selected fellows the unique chance to attend the UN Climate Change Conference in Antalya, Türkiye, allowing them to gain international exposure, interact with top climate scientists, policymakers, and report on global climate negotiations.
The fellowship focuses heavily on enhancing climate-related public awareness in participants’ home countries, strengthening local environmental reporting capabilities, and providing invaluable professional mentorship by seasoned international editors.
💰 Fellowship Benefits
Fully Funded · No Application Fee Required
- Round-trip international economy class airfare
- Fully covered accommodation during the conference period
- Daily meals and local transport allowance
- Reimbursement of Turkish visa application fees
- Full conference accreditation and press access
- Direct editorial guidance, expert mentorship, and media workshops
📋 Eligibility Criteria
- Open to professional journalists and creator journalists
- Must be a citizen of a low- or middle-income country (including Mongolia)
- Demonstrated track record of covering climate change, environmental conservation, or related public policies
- Strong command of the English language (written and spoken)
- Full availability to travel and participate in Antalya for the entire duration of the conference
- Formal support from a media outlet or a publication commitment if working as a freelance journalist
🗂 Required Application Materials
- Updated CV / Professional Resume
- Detailed Reporting Proposal (Story ideas/coverage plan)
- Letter of Recommendation / Support from your Chief Editor or Media Publisher
- Links to recent climate-related work samples (Published articles, videos, or podcasts)
🌟 Key Outcomes & Opportunities
Access and cover critical UN climate policy panels live.
Build a global audience with your environmental reporting.
Network with thousands of scientists, journalists, and government leaders.
Obtain professional mentoring and expert feedback on your work.
🗓️ Critical Program Dates
Ensure all your materials, including work samples and editor recommendations, are finalized and submitted online before the closing date. Late submissions will not be reviewed.
📝 How to Apply – Step by Step
- Visit the official portal. Click the bouncing “APPLY FOR COP31 FELLOWSHIP” button below to open the Earth Journalism Network (EJN) submission page.
- Register an account. Create an applicant profile or log into your existing account on the platform.
- Fill the forms. Input all required background details, professional experience, and contact information.
- Upload documents. Attach your CV, editor support letter, reporting proposals, and selected writing clips.
- Submit. Carefully review and submit your application prior to June 17, 2026.
Ready to Apply?
Target: June 17, 2026 · Fully Funded · Free Application · Antalya, Türkiye
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an application fee for this fellowship?
No, applying for the COP31 Reporting Fellowship is completely free of charge.
Who is eligible to apply for this program?
Professional journalists, creators, or freelance journalists from low- and middle-income countries (including Mongolia) with a track record of climate and environmental coverage can apply.
What costs are covered by the fully funded fellowship?
It covers international round-trip economy flights, accommodation in Türkiye, Turkish visa costs, daily stipends/meals, local transit, and full conference media access.
When and where will the COP31 conference take place?
The conference will be held in Antalya, Türkiye, from November 9 to November 20, 2026.
Official applications are processed via Earth Journalism Network (EJN) · Updated: June 2026
