2021-2022

INTERNATIONAL STUDY PROGRAMS

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The world's first Solutions Journalism study abroad program organizes cohorts of local and international aspiring journalists where underrepresented communities are responding to chronic social or environmental problems.

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Designed in collaboration with seasoned solutions journalists, thought leaders and the

Solutions Journalism Network, Solutions Journalism Without Borders' experiential

service-learning program teaches students and professional journalists wanting to expand

their skill set how to catalyze high-impact solutions reporting in order

to amplify marginalized voices and reframe coverage

of complex issues in underserved communities around the world. ​

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Registrations for the Solutions Journalism Without

Borders pilot program in Antigua, Guatemala

(3 July - 31 July 2021) are now open!

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LEARN

how to produce

high-impact solutions stories

CONNECT

with changemakers responding to problems in their community

WRITE

a solutions story in collaboration with a local journalism student

PITCH

your completed story

to a news outlet

(with a little help from us!*)

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

(International Students)

• 28 nights accommodation in a semi-private homestay or boutique hostel (breakfast included)

• Pre- and post-arrival orientation and onsite coordinator

• Welcome day consisting of a local neighborhood walking tour, team-building excursion and welcome dinner

• Educational briefings and workshops on the theory and practice of Solutions Journalism, including guest lectures from professional journalists and thought leaders

• Weekly networking dinners with journalists, community leaders and/or changemakers to facilitate and accelerate community and industry immersion

• Personal development workshops, weekly reflection and check-ins

• Logistical support & access to translators for field trips (as required)

• Access to a ‘base camp’ to learn and work (including free coffee, tea, water and Wi-Fi)

• Mentored collaborative production of one (1) solutions story, peer review sessions and guidance on how to pitch the story to editors

• A special end of program presentation/community event

• Airport transfers

• Certificate of completion

• Post program, a SJWB e-magazine featuring participants profiles and a compilation of solutions stories produced during the program

• Fundraising advice​

• Plus more value adds still in the works!

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PROGRAM FEE: 

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We're supported by the Solutions Journalism Network's 2021 LEDE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS