JOIN OUR SOLUTIONS JOURNALISM STUDY PROGRAM TO LEARN THE TENETS AND NUANCES OF SOLUTIONS JOURNALISM AND PRODUCE A SOLUTIONS STORY ABOUT CHANGEMAKERS RESPONDING TO CHRONIC SOCIAL & ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS IN HISTORIC HOI AN.
Want to challenge yourselves with real-world journalism experience this summer? Join us in the ancient city of Hoi An, Vietnam, which boasts a fascinating history, charming, pristinely-preserved old town and spectacular cuisine - an opportunity to experience true cultural immersion.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
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Accommodation in a semi-private homestay or boutique hostel (breakfast included)
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Pre- and post-arrival orientation and onsite coordinator
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Welcome day consisting of a local neighborhood walking tour, team-building excursion and welcome dinner
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Educational briefings and workshops on the theory and practice of Solutions Journalism, including guest lectures from professional journalists and thought leaders
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Weekly networking events with journalists, community leaders and/or changemakers to facilitate and accelerate community and industry immersion
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Personal development workshops
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Logistical support & access to translators for field trips (as required)
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Access to a ‘base camp’ to learn and work (including free coffee, tea, water and Wi-Fi)
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Mentored collaborative production of one (1) solutions story, peer review sessions and guidance on how to pitch the story to editors
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A special end of program presentation/community event
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Shared airport transfers
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Certificate of completion
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Post program, a SJWB e-magazine featuring participants profiles and a compilation of solutions stories produced during the program
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Fundraising advice
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Plus more value adds still in the works!
COST: USD $3,300
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!*)