The IWMF Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism 2023 is currently accepting applications. Kari Howard cherished tales that gave readers the impression that they had just made a brand-new friend. It was a challenge for the writers who were lucky enough to have her as their editor to incorporate the melodies of everyday life and the passion of remarkable love into the narratives that illuminated the most pressing concerns of the day.
The International Women’s Media Foundation and Kari’s family and friends are proud to provide funding to encourage the narrative journalism she championed.
Benefit:
- Grants will be for a maximum of $5,000.
Eligibility:
- This opportunity is open to women and nonbinary journalists.
- Applicants may be freelance or staff print journalists and may apply individually or as part of a multi-format team.
- Professional journalism must be the applicant’s primary profession.
- Applicants must have three (3) or more years of professional journalism experience. Internships do not count as professional experience.
- Applicants must be able to show proof of interest from an editor or have a proven track record of publication in prominent media outlets.
- Applicants must apply and publish in English.
- Any multi-format reporting must supplement a printed project.
- Note that stories can be published digitally and not necessarily in a newspaper or magazine.
Application:
Applications will close on August 20, 2023, at 11:59 pm EST. Applicants will receive a decision on their applications by mid-October.
