Fund for Indigenous Journalists: Reporting on MMIP/WG2T

The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) offers the Fund for Indigenous Journalists to support U.S.-based reporting projects on Missing and Murdered Indigenous People/Women, Girls, Two-Spirit, and Transgender people (MMIP/WG2T). This initiative empowers Indigenous journalists and allies to lead in-depth reporting on these critical issues. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The Fund for Indigenous Journalists aims to amplify the voices of Indigenous journalists and allies in reporting on the violence affecting Indigenous communities, both on sovereign lands and in urban areas. The initiative seeks to challenge and improve the dominant media narratives that often stereotype and victimize Indigenous people, focusing instead on their survivorship and resilience. The fund provides financial support to successful applicants, alongside editorial and pitching assistance to enhance the quality and reach of their reporting. This support is designed to empower journalists to produce nuanced and impactful stories on MMIP/WG2T issues. The fund supports reporting projects that focus on: This initiative addresses the underrepresentation of Indigenous journalists in the U.S. media landscape and the need for more accurate and comprehensive reporting on issues affecting Indigenous communities. By supporting Indigenous-led journalism, the fund aims to foster better media outcomes and public understanding of these critical issues. What is the main focus of the Fund for Indigenous Journalists? The fund supports reporting on Missing and Murdered Indigenous People/Women, Girls, Two-Spirit, and Transgender individuals in the U.S. Who can apply for this fund? Indigenous and non-Indigenous journalists of all genders, including freelancers and those affiliated with media outlets, can apply. What type of support does the fund provide? The fund offers monetary support, as well as editorial and pitching assistance to grantees. Is there a deadline for applications? Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. How can I apply for this opportunity? Submit your proposal through the IWMF application portal. Eligible journalists are encouraged to review the official guidelines and submit their proposals through the IWMF application portal. For further details, contact the IWMF team at programs@iwmf.org.