{"id":7011,"date":"2026-05-01T16:57:46","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T14:57:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=7011"},"modified":"2026-05-06T13:45:26","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T11:45:26","slug":"icfj-foundational-learning-journalism-initiative-2026-reporting-on-literacy-and-numeracy-in-kenya-senegal-and-south-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=7011","title":{"rendered":"ICFJ Foundational Learning Journalism Initiative 2026: Reporting on Literacy and Numeracy in Kenya, Senegal and South Africa"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div id=\"tdi_1\" class=\"tdc-row\"><div class=\"vc_row tdi_2  wpb_row td-pb-row\" >\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_2,\r\n                .tdi_2 .tdc-columns{\r\n                    min-height: 0;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"vc_column tdi_4  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-column td-pb-span12\">\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_4{\r\n                    vertical-align: baseline;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\" >[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<article id=\"post-174323\">\n<div>\n<p><strong>Deadline: May 10, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Applications are open for the ICFJ Foundational Learning Journalism Initiative 2026. An estimated 9 out of 10 children in sub-Saharan Africa cannot read for meaning or do simple math by age 10. The evidence of what works to improve learning outcomes is known, and political will is growing \u2013 but not enough countries are implementing reforms at scale. More must be done through African journalism to embed this issue in the public consciousness.<\/p>\n<p>ICFJ+ is seeking journalists and content creators in Kenya, Senegal and South Africa to join an initiative that will equip them with the knowledge, skills and networks to produce data-driven, solutions-oriented reporting on foundational literacy and numeracy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Up to 15 fellows will receive reporting grants, individual mentorship, story production support over a 6-month period, along with study tour opportunities and training on education data and pedagogy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Eligibility<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Journalists working for a news outlet or as freelancers and content creators and social media influencers based in Kenya, Senegal or South Africa are eligible to apply.<\/li>\n<li>Strong candidates will demonstrate experience covering education, social policy or development (preferred but not required), a clear view of what is missing from current coverage of foundational learning in their country, and a commitment to reaching policymakers, educators, and affected communities \u2013 not just publishing stories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Application<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Applications are accepted in English and French until May 10, 2026 at 11:59 pm EST.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/Nrio6KSW6Hvnh8ku6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here to apply<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For more information, visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.icfj.org\/our-work\/call-applications-reporting-literacy-numeracy-kenya-senegal-and-south-africa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ICFJ Foundational Learning Journalism Initiative<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_column_text css=\"\"] Deadline: May 10, 2026 Applications are open for the ICFJ Foundational Learning Journalism Initiative 2026. 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