Impactful LJJP Fellowship 2026 for Early-Career Journalists in Criminal Justice

The Impactful LJJP Fellowship 2026 offers a one-year fellowship for early-career journalists to strengthen their reporting on criminal justice, with mentorship, training, and financial support. Organized by the Law & Justice Journalism Project (LJJP), it targets reporters and editors working in or reporting on Pennsylvania, United States. The program includes mentorship, monthly or quarterly trainings, and a total stipend to support fellows during the fellowship year.

Mentorship, training opportunities, networking access, and a stipend to support reporting work.

Open to early-stage journalists who demonstrate a strong interest in criminal justice reporting.

Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and three samples of published work prior to the deadline.