Deadline: 30 June 2014
Journalists from around the globe are invited to take part in Global Security Seminar organized by Thomson Reuters Foundation. This seminar will be conducted from 22-24 October in London. The purpose of this seminar is to bring together leading security experts, authoritative commentators and journalists for a series of lively presentations and debates addressing some of the world’s most pressing security and terrorism issues.
Discussions will cover mainly Russia’s territorial ambitions, terrorism in East Africa, continuing turmoil in the Middle East, cyber security, and much more. Participating journalists will be able to explore the challenges of reporting responsibly on these issues and compare approaches with journalists from a range of different countries.
Eligibility criteria:
- Journalists who have a proven interest and/or track record in reporting on security issues and conflict and who are willing to actively take part in the debate. Applicants should have at least 5 years’ journalistic experience working in print, broadcast or online media.
- Applicants must be fluent in English.
- Journalists from across the globe are eligible for this seminar. However, participants from countries with ongoing security challenges are particularly encouraged to apply, including those from Africa, the Middle East and Eastern Europe.
Submissions required during application process:
- A motivation statement of no more than 250 words explaining why you wish to take part in the seminar – in English
- In no more than 400 words, answer the following question in English: “When covering terrorism and conflict how can journalists report impartially and avoid being manipulated?” Please draw on your own experience if possible.
- Two recent examples of work, preferably relevant to the issues covered in the seminar, with a brief summary in English (if necessary). TV/Radio journalists can send in their scripts and a brief summary.
For more information, visit Global Security Seminar page.
