Fisher Journalism Fellowships in Canada

The Gordon N. Fisher/JHR Journalism Fellowship is an annual opportunity for a journalist from Sub-Saharan Africa or the Middle East to participate in the William Southam Journalism Fellowship Program at Massey College in the University of Toronto. Fellows audit a range of university courses, live at Massey College, and have access to the University’s facilities; they are expected to refrain from professional work during the fellowship. The program provides an eight-month stipend, covers university fees, travel costs, and other allowances, and includes participation in seminars and organized trips during the year.

Stipend, covered university fees, travel funding, lodging at Massey College, access to university facilities and seminars, and a structured program through the fellowship year.

Journalists with significant professional experience from Sub-Saharan Africa or the Middle East; must be currently employed in media.

Applicants are shortlisted by JHR staff and the final candidate is selected by a committee headed by the Master of Massey College, the Senior Southam Fellow, and the Director of JHR.