Application Deadline: July 15, 2026
Applications are now open for the 2026 IACC Young Journalists (YJ) Programme. Transparency International invite young journalists from all over the world who are passionate about fighting corruption to apply for the 2026 programme. There is 10 places available for journalists in the early stages of their professional career to join us at the International Anti-Corruption Conference in the Dominican Republic from 1-4 December 2026.
As part of a mentored programme participants will have the chance to join the conference discussions, interview leaders and activists and build their knowledge of the latest trends in the anti-corruption space.
The International Anti-Corruption Conference is the world’s premier forum for bringing together government, civil society, the private sector and more to tackle the increasingly sophisticated challenges posed by corruption. It fosters the global exchange of experience and ideas in fighting corruption and promotes cooperation among agencies and citizens from all parts of the world. It is held every two years in a different region of the world.
Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- You must be currently working as a journalist, with demonstrable experience of reporting on social, political or economic issues. Journalists from digital, print, broadcast or multimedia backgrounds are all welcome to apply.
- You must be under 35 years old on 6 December 2026.
- You must be proficient in English.
- You must be passionate about fighting corruption and committed to learning more about Transparency International and the issues we work on.
Benefits
- The programme includes an economy return flight to Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic and 5 nights’ accommodation plus breakfast, lunch and dinner at the conference hotel (arriving 30 November, departing 5 December 2026). Alcoholic drinks are not included. Transparency International will also reimburse visa processing costs, agreed in advance and on submission of receipts. Any other travel costs are participants’ responsibility.
Expectations
- Successful participants are expected to develop a report linked to the topics from the conference and to independently pitch it to a media outlet. In addition, participants will be required to adhere to the conditions set out in a terms of reference and code of conduct.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the IACC Young Journalists (YJ) Programme
