Summary:
The Nova Institute for Health offers the Media Fellowship program, which aims to enhance public understanding of the interconnected relationships between human health, environmental health, and planetary health. This fellowship supports journalists in print, broadcast, and digital media who are interested in immersing themselves in the field of health and completing media projects that explore various factors promoting well-being, disease prevention, healing, and individual flourishing. The program strives to increase media coverage that reflects a broad perspective on health, is grounded in scientific evidence, reports on relevant ideas and debates accurately, and incorporates solutions journalism while combating misinformation. It also seeks to disseminate innovative research, evidence-based information, and engaging content to diverse audiences. Projects addressing health inequities, political and social dynamics, and adopting a transdisciplinary and inter-sectoral approach are encouraged. Media Fellows join the Nova Scholars and Fellows community and receive full-time support for one year to execute their projects comprehensively and creatively.
Requirements:
The Media Fellowship program at the Nova Institute for Health is open to journalists in print, broadcast, and digital media. Applicants should have a strong interest in health-related topics and a desire to deepen their understanding of the connections between human health, environmental health, and planetary health. Full-time availability for one year is required to undertake the fellowship and complete media projects for publication or dissemination.
Qualifications:
Qualified candidates should have a background in journalism and demonstrate a track record of producing high-quality content in print, broadcast, or digital media. They should possess excellent research, writing, and storytelling skills, as well as the ability to communicate complex health topics in an engaging and accessible manner. Candidates should also show an understanding of scientific principles and an interest in exploring innovative approaches to health journalism. A commitment to accurate reporting, solutions journalism, and addressing health inequities is highly valued.
Date and Location:
The Media Fellowship program at the Nova Institute for Health has a duration of one year. The specific start and end dates depend on the individual fellowship. The program is conducted full-time, allowing fellows to undertake their projects comprehensively and creatively. The location of the fellowship will be at the Nova Institute for Health, although specific details may vary depending on the circumstances and agreements with the selected fellows.