Feminist Investigative Journalism Scholarship 2026
Institute for Journalism and Social Change (IJSC)
Quick Facts
A word from Eli, founder of Rise Africa Scholars
MSc Information Security — Unicaf Scholar
While you wait for a fully funded opportunity, don’t put your education on hold. I completed my MSc through Unicaf — studying online from Nairobi while working full-time. The tuition discount made it genuinely affordable, and the degree is from an accredited UK university.
If you’re serious about advancing your career now, I’d encourage you to explore it. I only recommend what I’ve used myself.
About This Scholarship
The Feminist Investigative Journalism Scholarship supports aspiring journalists and social justice advocates pursuing the SOAS MA Global Data Journalism Online programme while developing skills in investigative journalism and feminist reporting. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and provides access to mentorship, networking events, and practical publishing opportunities to create real-world impact on gender justice and human rights issues.
What This Scholarship Covers
- Full tuition fee coverage (£12,000)
- Access to IJSC networking and training events
- Mentorship and career advice from IJSC associates and advisors
- Opportunities to work on practical projects for publication
Who Can Apply
- 1 Minimum 2:2 UK undergraduate degree or international equivalent
- 2 Must separately apply and gain acceptance to the SOAS MA programme
- 3 Scholarship awards contingent on gaining entry to the SOAS MA programme
- 4 Passionate about investigative journalism informed by lived experiences
- 5 Individuals from communities historically underrepresented in media, including women and LGBTQI people in the Global South, particularly encouraged to apply