Reporters Without Borders in Germany is inviting journalists to apply for its Berlin Fellowship Program in Digital Security, running from May to October 2025.
Through this six-month fellowship, RSF will support six selected journalists in strengthening their digital security skills in Berlin, aiming to help them protect themselves and others in their field.
RSF announced that this fellowship will offer participants in-depth training on essential aspects of digital security, including managing online identity, secure communication, and data protection, funded by the Berlin Senate Department for Economic Affairs, Energy, and Public Enterprises.
Details inform that participants will undergo a structured digital security program taught by experienced trainers. RSF will cover:
It is reported that each fellow will also receive a monthly stipend of €1,000.
In addition to training, interested candidates will have opportunities to connect with journalists, civil society groups, and members of RSF Germany’s team to deepen their understanding of the organization’s work in promoting press freedom.
The fellowship’s curriculum includes a range of essential skills:
This training is designed to help journalists manage digital risks more effectively, particularly when working in high-risk environments.
The fellowship, as stated, is open to journalists, bloggers, and media professionals who have experience in their field and face digital security challenges.
The key requirements include:
Also, journalists with experience covering critical issues like environmental challenges, labour rights, or corruption, and those with a background in knowledge-sharing, are encouraged to apply.
Applications must be submitted by November 25th, 2024. Interested journalists can apply through the online form provided by RSF. For further details, RSF encourages applicants to contact rsf.digitalfreedom@protonmail.com for assistance.
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