Ida B. Wells Society Investigative Reporting Fellowship

Funding: Funded: amount not specified; verify on website (employer or freelancer's outlet must maintain the fellow's income during training). Who can apply: U.S.-based print, broadcast, digital and multimedia journalists with at least 3 years of professional experience (early-career professionals); not presently assigned to an investigative team; freelancers welcome. No fee; described as a 'no-cost' program. Length: Four weeklong training sessions across the year (~16 days of instruction) in Atlanta. Direct mentorship from accomplished investigative reporters/editors; hands-on project development. Field: Investigative / data-driven journalism. Deadline: Most recent cycle closed January 11, 2026; recurring annually, next deadline likely around January 2027, verify on website.