IACC Young Journalists Program 2026
International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC) / Transparency International
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About This Scholarship
The IACC Young Journalists Program 2026 offers ten young journalists from around the world a fully funded opportunity to attend and report on the International Anti-Corruption Conference in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic from December 1-4, 2026. Participants will gain international journalism experience, expand their professional networks, and report on anti-corruption and governance issues from one of the world’s leading conferences on these topics.
What This Scholarship Covers
- Return airfare to Punta Cana in economy class
- Five nights hotel accommodation
- Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the program)
- Authorized visa processing expenses reimbursement
- Conference entrance fee
Who Can Apply
- 1 Must be a young journalist from any nationality
- 2 Must have demonstrated journalism experience with 3-5 recent examples of published work
- 3 Must be able to secure travel to Dominican Republic (visa status assessed in application)
- 4 Must commit to writing a minimum of one conference-related report
- 5 Must agree to submit their story to a reputable media outlet after the program
- 6 Must observe the program's code of conduct and terms of reference