thisisFINLAND Foreign Correspondents’ Programme for International Journalists (Fully-funded to tour Finland) 2018

Application Deadline: 30th March 2018 11.59 pm local time.

Eligible Countries: Brazil, China, Colombia, Egypt, India, Japan, Kenya, Lebanon, Mexico, Nigeria, Peru, Republic of Korea, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand and United States.

To Be Taken At (Country): Finland

About the Award: The Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland has administrated thisisFINLAND Foreign Correspondents’ Programme (FCP) since 1990.The programme is targeted for young international journalists.
In 2018, thisisFINLAND Foreign Correspondents’ Programme will be organized in August. More detailed information about the programme, who can apply and how to apply will be released soon. Information on future FCPs will be published on this blog.
The programme provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about Finland, Finnish society and the Finnish way of life. It includes briefings on various subjects, meetings with Finnish professionals and visits to business enterprises, cultural sites and institutions.

Type: Short courses/Training

Eligibility: This year’s Foreign Correspondents’ Programme is definitely for you, if you are:

1. An aspiring journalist (graduate or student due to graduate soon) with some work experience in a media house (TV, print or web) or an influencer in social media, for example an accomplished blogger or vlogger;
2. A citizen or permanent resident of the following countries: Brazil, China, Colombia, Egypt, India, Japan, Kenya, Lebanon, Mexico, Nigeria, Peru, Republic of Korea, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand and United States;
3. Born between 1989 and 1998;
4. Able to work and communicate fluently in English;
5. Interested in learning new things, meeting people from different cultures and spending three weeks in a foreign country;
6. Excited to become a lifelong friend of Finland!

Number of Awards: Not specified

Value of Award: 

• The scholarship covers the costs of travel to and from Finland, local travel in Helsinki, accommodation and the daily programme, including transportation and some meals.
• The programme does not cover medical insurance, per diem allowance or meals not listed as part of the programme.
• The programme is intensive, and includes briefings on various subjects, meetings with Finnish professionals and visits to business enterprises, cultural sites and institutions.
• It also includes a weekend stay as the guest of a Finnish family.
• The programme provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about Finland, Finnish society and the Finnish way of life.
• It also offers the means to enhance your professional skills, as well as expand your network of professional colleagues and international friends.

Duration of Program: The Foreign Correspondents’ Programme starts on 6 August and ends on 24 August, 2018.

How to Apply: All application documents should be written in English and include:

1. Attached application form
2. Curriculum vitae including photo
3. A work sample, or an essay (600-800 words) or link to a short video (2-3 minutes) emphasising your interest in Finland.

All applications are sent by e-mail to the relevant Finnish Embassy or Consulate. Please visit their website for more information:
Brazil, China, Colombia,  Egypt, India, Japan, Kenya, Lebanon,  Mexico, Nigeria, Peru,  Republic of Korea, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand and United States.

Visit the Program Webpage for Details

Award Providers: The Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland