EMPOWERING JOURNALISTS ADVANCING FREEDOM
For over 60 years, the World Press Institute has been the premier organization in the United States providing international journalists with the opportunity to broadly investigate the country — its values, traditions of a free press, institutions, customs, and people.
The 2025 WPI Fellowship
WPI FELLOWSHIP APPLICATIONS
The World Press Institute (WPI) will begin accepting applications for its 60th annual journalism fellowship program on December 1, 2024. The application portal will be open until mid-February. The 2025 fellowship program will take place from August – November 2025.
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Empowering Journalists, Advancing Freedom
WPI empowers journalists worldwide to navigate and excel in a dynamic media landscape, promoting journalistic excellence and the unrestricted flow of ideas. Our immersive fellowships and conferences provide unparalleled access to leading media experts, influential policymakers and industry pioneers, fostering professional development and cross-cultural insights that champion press freedom.
Press Empowerment
Fostering excellence and freedom through immersive journalism programs.
Our Mission
Our Approach
HOW WE DO THIS
Unique Access and Intensive Learning
WPI’s annual fellowship program provides an immersive journey through the multifaceted landscape of American media, culture, politics, and people, traveling widely around the US.
Building Professional and Cultural Bridges
By engaging with top-tier media professionals and thought leaders in media, government, business, and academia, fellows are better equipped to navigate an interconnected world.
Expanding Perspectives and Empowering Change
Our approach is designed to catalyze deep discussions and vibrant exchanges on pivotal social, economic, and political issues.
2024 WPI FELLOWS
Announcement of 2024 WPI International Fellows
The World Press Institute (WPI) proudly welcomes a new cohort of ten journalists from across the globe to its 59th annual journalism fellowship program. Hailing from Brazil, Bulgaria, Finland, India, Italy, Kosovo, Nigeria, Peru, South Africa, and Ukraine, these journalists represent the future of media and bring with them a diverse range of perspectives and experiences.
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