POWER Fellowship Application

Who should report stories on policing and mass incarceration? Who gets a platform to cover the impacts of this carceral system on Baltimore’s Black communities, and the alternatives these communities envision? 

This fellowship will empower young journalists from the Baltimore, especially journalists of color, with the soft and hard skills necessary to be successful in a professional journalism environment. Our curriculum aims to bring a conciouscious to their reporting, and in interactions with their communities as it relates to criminal justice reform. 

We’re excited to announce our 2023 POWER Fellowship. Through this paid, 3-month cohort, fellows will receive comprehensive journalism training, mentorship, community building opportunities, and support publishing their writing with partner outlets. 

To apply: Complete the brief form on this page by Friday, March 31, at 11:59pm EST. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. 

Fellowship timeline: The fellowship will run from June 2023 through mid-August 2023.

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First Name *
Last Name *
Pronouns *
Email *
Phone number *
What city and state are you based in? *
Tell us a little bit about your background. What inspired you to be involved in social justice work? Are there experiences, relationships or communities that ground you?
The fellowship will hold mandatory weekly meetings/trainings on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. via Zoom. Will you be able to attend these sessions? *
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Why are you passionate about criminal justice reporting? Submit your answer in a one-page cover letter. Acceptable forms are pdf or docx. *
Submit a one-page resume. Acceptable forms are pdf or docx. *
Tell us about a time you experienced a workplace conflict. How did you resolve it? *
Describe your favorite story you've written. Why is it your favorite? *
Pitch us a story idea or issue within the scope of our focus that you would like to work on during the fellowship. Be specific.

Do this in 150 words or less. 
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Each fellow is required to write, pitch and publish at least one piece during their time of the fellowship. Would you rather write a reported piece or an op-ed?
The fellowship will require an average of 5-10 hours of your time per week. Briefly describe other time responsibilities you have and how you'd be able to accommodate the fellowship into your schedule.
Link to 2-5 samples of your writing. *
How did you hear about the fellowship?
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