Rest of World Fellowship for Journalists Worldwide

Rest of World is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for reporters from regions outside the Western world to contribute to an important initiative exploring the intersection of technology and labor. With support from the Ford Foundation, the second edition of the Labor x Tech reporting initiative aims to delve deeper into how emerging technologies and tech companies are reshaping the nature of work globally.

Requirements

Rest of World is seeking 12 reporters from diverse regions to produce a series of stories over a 12-month period, focusing on the ways technology is impacting labor. As part of the Labor x Tech Contributor Network, journalists will work closely with an editor to develop regular stories and engage in broader cross-regional projects, workshops, and training sessions.

The ideal candidates should have a basic understanding of their local tech and business landscapes, with a particular focus on reporters from Indonesia, the Philippines, Bangladesh, UAE, Turkey, Egypt, Kenya, South Africa, Colombia, and Brazil.

Benefits

• Contributors will be expected to publish four stories between November 1, 2024, and October 31, 2025.
• Each contributor will receive a total of $5,000 for their four stories.
• Rest of World will cover all expenses related to reporting, including travel costs.

Application Requirements

If you are interested in joining the Labor x Tech Reporting Network, email [email protected] with “Labor x Tech Reporting Network” in the subject line. Please include:

1. A resume attached to the email.
2. A 300-350 word description in the email body outlining the most significant issue affecting tech workers in your community and why it would make a compelling story. Be as specific as possible, providing an idea you’re eager to begin reporting on right away.
3. Links to two relevant stories you’ve published, along with an explanation of your role in shaping those stories, the challenges you faced, and how you overcame them.

Application Deadline: October 4, 2024

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Rest of World Labor x Tech Fellowship.