Call for applications for civic space guard holistic safety training for investigative reporters

About the role

This initiative is part of the broader program, “Leveraging the Power of the Media to Fortify Civic Space and Tackle Malinformation,” implemented in partnership with the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) and generously supported by the Netherlands Embassy.

Responsibilities

Following the success of the first edition, the masterclass aims to empower participants with the critical knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to safely and effectively navigate the complex risks and challenges inherent in investigative reporting. Since its launch in December 2021, the Civic Space Guard project has been strengthened through initial funding from the Joint Civic Defence Fund through the Yar’Adua Foundation. This edition will feature bespoke training sessions designed to address the unique safety concerns faced by participants based on their reporting beats and locations, ensuring that each attendee gains practical, relevant, and actionable insights.

Requirements

The training is open exclusively to senior and experienced investigative journalists and editors based in Nigeria who are committed to advancing media freedom and civic space through safe, responsible investigative journalism.

Qualifications

No specific qualifications are mentioned; however, applicants must be senior and experienced investigative journalists and editors based in Nigeria.

Skills

No specific skills are mentioned; however, applicants should have a strong background in investigative journalism and a commitment to safe and responsible reporting.

Benefits

No specific benefits are mentioned; however, participants will gain practical, relevant, and actionable insights into navigating the risks and challenges of investigative reporting.

Pay

No pay details are provided; however, the event is free of charge.

Schedule

No specific schedule is provided; however, the masterclass is scheduled to be held in November 2025 in Lagos, Nigeria.

Contact Information

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