One Humanity Fellowship 2026 Opens Applications for Writers and Multimedia Storytellers Worldwide

Applications are now open for the One Humanity Fellowship 2026, a three-month, fully remote opportunity designed for emerging writers and multimedia storytellers passionate about human rights, civic issues, social justice and communities that are often underrepresented in international media.

The fellowship offers participants an opportunity to develop original stories while receiving editorial and expert mentorship. Selected fellows will publish their work through the fellowship’s platform and become part of an international community of storytellers.

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One Humanity Fellowship 2026 at a Glance

• Fellowship: One Humanity Fellowship 2026
• Location: Fully Remote
• Duration: Three months
• Start Date: October 2026
• Stipend: US$500
• Application Deadline: 21 August 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EDT
• Who Can Apply: Emerging writers and multimedia producers worldwide
• Journalism Degree: Not required

The programme is particularly interested in applicants with distinctive voices, perspectives and approaches to storytelling.

What the Fellowship Offers

The One Humanity Fellowship goes beyond simply providing a publication opportunity. Fellows will work with experienced editors and experts to strengthen their storytelling, develop ideas and produce original work.

During the three-month programme, fellows will be expected to publish at least five pieces, following a biweekly schedule.

Selected participants will receive:

• US$500 stipend for their work and time.
• Editorial mentorship from experienced editors.
• Expert mentorship connected to their areas of interest.
• Publication of their work on WAOH’s website.
• Distribution of published stories through the organisation’s global newsletter.
• Opportunities for potential guest speaking through webinars.
• Access to an international cohort of storytellers.
• Opportunities to develop professional connections across regions and storytelling formats.

This makes the fellowship particularly attractive to emerging storytellers looking to strengthen both their portfolios and professional networks.

Who Can Apply?

The fellowship is open to emerging writers and multimedia producers at any career stage. Applicants do not need to hold a journalism degree or have formal journalism training.

Instead, applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in storytelling and the issues explored by the programme.

Ideal applicants should have:

• A genuine commitment to human rights or civic issues.
• A distinctive writing, visual or storytelling perspective.
• The ability to develop original story ideas.
• Strong commitment to editorial deadlines.
• The ability to participate throughout the three-month programme.
• An interest in communities and issues that receive limited attention in international media.

Applicants from underrepresented regions and communities are particularly encouraged to apply.

Storytelling Formats

The One Humanity Fellowship welcomes applications from people working across different creative and journalistic formats.

These include:

• Journalistic and analytical articles
• Personal essays
• Photo essays
• Short-form video
• Audio storytelling
• Social media storytelling
• Other multimedia formats

This flexibility allows applicants to demonstrate their creativity in the format that best matches their experience and storytelling strengths.

Fellowship Themes

Fellows will develop their work around one or more of five broad thematic areas.

1. Responding to Threats Against Democracy

This theme explores challenges affecting democratic societies, including youth-led movements, corruption, democratic backsliding, disinformation, AI-generated content, media suppression and corporate accountability.

2. Moving Beyond Polarization

Applicants can explore subjects such as online hate, digital dehumanisation, restorative justice, religious minorities, accountability and divisions linked to politics, religion and identity.

3. Fighting for Human Rights

Possible topics include climate migration, labour rights, deportation and family separation, underreported conflicts, voting rights, exploitative supply chains and systemic oppression.

4. Building Inclusive Societies

This theme covers subjects including youth-led peace movements, poverty, mental health, reproductive health, maternal mortality, climate justice, healthcare, education and social change.

5. Finding What Sustains Us

Applicants can explore culture, identity, belonging and community through subjects such as Indigenous voices, diaspora experiences, music, sports, art, pop culture and resistance.

Programme Timeline

Applications must be submitted by 21 August 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.

Successful applicants are expected to be announced during the second week of September 2026, with the fellowship beginning in October 2026.

The programme will run for three months.

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How to Apply

Interested writers and multimedia producers should submit their applications through the official One Humanity Fellowship application page.

Applicants with questions can contact Che, Content and Engagement Editor, at delosreyes.che@gmail.com.

Why Apply for the One Humanity Fellowship?

For emerging storytellers, this fellowship offers more than financial support. It provides an opportunity to develop a body of published work while receiving guidance from experienced editors and subject-matter experts.

The combination of publication, mentorship, international networking and a US$500 stipend can be particularly valuable for writers and multimedia producers seeking to expand their portfolios and reach new audiences.

The fellowship is also broad enough to accommodate storytellers interested in democracy, human rights, climate justice, migration, reproductive health, culture, education, social movements and other important issues.

Opportunity: One Humanity Fellowship 2026
Location: Fully Remote
Duration: Three months
Stipend: US$500
Application Deadline: 21 August 2026
Start Date: October 2026
Eligible Applicants: Emerging writers and multimedia producers worldwide

Applicants should review the fellowship requirements carefully and submit their applications before the deadline.

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