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Among other learning areas in the programme will be; political reporting, investigative journalism, reporting on war and conflict and developmental journalism.

"Freedom of responsibility in the media: Towards sustainable quality journalism in the SADC region"

The Institute for the Advancement of Journalism, South Africa's premier provider of short courses for journalists, communicators and media practitioners, and the International Institute for Journalism (IIJ), InWEnt, Berlin invite mid-career journalists (print, broadcast and online) to apply for the academy.

The programme is aimed at mid-career journalists from print, broadcast and online media including news agencies in the SADC region. Up to 25 participants will be admitted: not more than three per country. Only applications from the SADC regions will be considered.

The aim of the programme is to enhance the quality of reporting on SADC matters in the regional media. Among other learning areas in the programme will be: Political reporting; investigative journalism; reporting on war and conflict and developmental journalism. Participants will also get an opportunity to engage seasoned journalists and editors on a variety of issues including tabloid phenomenon and quality journalism and gender mainstreaming as part of quality journalism.

Applicants should send:
• a one-page motivation letter explaining why the applicant feels that he/she merits consideration for the programme, what he/she hopes to achieve from the programme and what impact would the experience gained and skills learnt have on his/her workplace.
• detailed CV with clear contact details;
• a letter of support from the applicant's manager with clear contact details and permission granting applicant leave of absence from his/her workplace should his/her application be successful.

Only applications complete with all the above information will be considered.

Successful candidates will be sponsored to cover costs in terms of travel, tuition, accommodation and meals.

Short-listed applicants will undergo an online screening exercise to assess writing skills and understanding of SADC issues before the final decision is made.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday, 30 July, 2008

Venue

Date: 10 November 2008 to 21 November 2008
Location: Durban University of Technology, Kwazulu Natal, South Africa, Durban
More info: To confirm

Contact: Leela Parbhoo
Company name: Institute for the Advancement of Journalism (IAJ)
Telephone number: 27 11 484 1765
Email address leela@iaj.org.za