Journalists interested in covering transgender issues are eligible to win a grant to support their work, Poynter announced today.
Three journalists will win grants of up to $11,500 in a competitive process funded by the Gill Foundation.
Applicants must attend live or watch replays of “Transgender Coverage: Avoiding rhetoric to deliver meaningful journalism,” a two-part webinar designed to enhance journalists’ understanding of the issues, legalities and legislation involving the trans community. The two sessions, part of Poynter’s Beat Academy training series, are set for Thursday, April 18, and Thursday, May 2, both at 1 p.m. Eastern.
Grant applications are due May 3, and winners will be announced in late May.
Local or state reporters planning projects on any platform — including online, radio, video and print — are eligible to apply. Along with the money, one-on-one coaching is available as well.
The strongest applications will focus on a concrete local example of how transgender matters are playing out at any level — the personal, family, community or state. You might not have all the details, but you should have enough to show that there’s an interesting story to be told.
We are looking for a crisp story pitch, a clear reporting plan and evidence that you have the skill to deliver. Projects should be completed by Dec. 31.
Beat Academy delivers the latest knowledge that journalists need to cover critical topics of deep importance to their communities. Through engaging webinars that feature the nation’s leading journalists, experts and thinkers, this webinar series equips journalists with beat expertise, data know-how, and excellent local and national sources.
You can read more about and enroll in Beat Academy here, and apply for a grant here.
If you have any questions, please email Jon Greenberg at beatacademy@poynter.org.
