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.

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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

To advance journalistic excellence and the free flow of ideas, deepening knowledge and expanding professional horizons.

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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.

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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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WHY BECOME A WPI FELLOW?

Gain access to, engage in and observe the role, responsibility and impact of a free press firsthand in one of the world’s largest, most diverse democracies. Through an immersive program, you will learn how the U.S. founding principles of a free press and journalistic best practices help foster transparency and accountability of government institutions, businesses and organizations, including the most powerful ones.

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