Apply for the United Nations DPoA MTR Journalism Fellowship 2027 - a fully funded opportunity for journalists from Least Developed Countries (LDCs) to attend and cover the 2027 Midterm Review of the Doha Programme of Action in Doha, Qatar (25 - 27 March 2027).
Organised by the UN Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States (UN-OHRLLS), the fellowship selects 10 journalists from the 44 LDCs to report on DPoA implementation and connect global commitments to national realities.
Applications close on 30 November 2026. There is no application fee. This Opportunity Station guide is original copy based on the official UN-OHRLLS fellowship page. It is not a reprint of any third-party blog.
Quick Facts - UN DPoA MTR Journalism Fellowship 2027
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organiser | UN-OHRLLS (United Nations) |
| Host Landmark | Doha Corniche & Museum of Islamic Art, Qatar 🇶🇦 |
| Event | DPoA Midterm Review - 25 - 27 March 2027, Doha |
| Fellows | 10 journalists from Least Developed Countries |
| Eligible countries | 44 LDCs (see official list) |
| Funding | Fully funded - round-trip economy travel + UN daily subsistence allowance |
| Deadline | 30 November 2026 |
| Official Gateway | Online application form · UN-OHRLLS fellowship page |
What Fellows Receive
- Round-trip economy-class travel to Doha, Qatar
- Daily subsistence allowance for accommodation and meals (per applicable United Nations rules)
- Participation in pre-conference orientation activities, where applicable
- Access to Fellowship briefings and networking opportunities
Selection does not guarantee conference accreditation, visa issuance, or travel clearance - final participation depends on completing required administrative and travel formalities.
What Fellows Must Deliver
- Participate in all required Fellowship activities during the Midterm Review
- Produce and publish no fewer than three substantive journalism outputs related to the Midterm Review and DPoA implementation (before, during, and after)
- Share publication links by 30 April 2027
- Observe professional ethics, accuracy, fairness, safety, applicable law, and venue rules
Six DPoA Priority Areas
- Investing in people (poverty, health, education, social protection, human capital)
- Leveraging science, technology and innovation
- Supporting structural transformation
- Enhancing international trade and regional integration
- Addressing climate change, environmental degradation and resilience
- Mobilizing international solidarity and partnerships
Eligibility
- Aged 18+ and a national of one of the 44 Least Developed Countries
- Bona fide journalist whose work is regularly published or broadcast by a recognized media outlet (staff or freelance)
- At least two years of professional journalism experience
- Willing and able to travel to Doha for the Midterm Review and required briefings
- Interest in sustainable development and DPoA priority areas
Eligible LDC countries (44)
Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Kiribati, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Timor-Leste, Togo, Tuvalu, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Yemen, Zambia.
Required Application Materials
- Short biography (max 300 words) - position, affiliations, experience, expertise, languages, DPoA-aligned background
- Two published work samples - print, online, radio, TV, or multimedia; at least one on development-related issues
- Reporting proposal (max 400 words) - story angles, relevance to LDC audiences, formats, and publication strategy
How to Apply
- Read the full call on the official UN-OHRLLS fellowship page.
- Confirm you are a national of an eligible LDC and meet the journalism experience rules.
- Prepare your biography, two work samples, and reporting proposal within the word limits.
- Submit via the official online application form before 30 November 2026.
Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Only successful candidates are notified.
Indicative Timeline
- 27 Sep - 19 Nov 2026 - Open call
- 22 Nov - 17 Dec 2026 - Eligibility and scoring
- Before 31 Dec 2026 - Award letters
- February 2027 - Online orientation
- 25 - 27 March 2027 - Midterm Review reporting in Doha
- Within ~6 weeks after - Post-fellowship reporting and review (publication links by 30 April 2027)
Official Links
UN-OHRLLS - DPoA MTR Journalism Fellowship (official)
Online application form (Microsoft Forms)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the application deadline?
30 November 2026. There is no application fee.
Is the fellowship fully funded?
Yes - round-trip economy travel to Doha and a UN daily subsistence allowance for accommodation and meals, as stated in the award letter.
Who can apply?
Journalists aged 18+ who are nationals of one of the 44 LDCs, with at least two years’ professional experience and regular publication/broadcast through a recognized outlet.
Where does the programme take place?
The Midterm Review is in Doha, Qatar, 25 - 27 March 2027, with online orientation expected in February 2027.
Where do I apply?
Through the official form linked from the UN-OHRLLS page: Microsoft Forms application portal.
