FAQ
- Which media outlets are considered “Media outside Attica”?
Media outlets that are based in and cover news in a municipality, regional unit, or region outside of Attica.
- I am a freelancer collaborating with various regional media. Can I apply?
Yes, as long as you are based outside of Attica.
- I am a publisher or editor-in-chief of a regional media outlet. Can I apply?
Publishers and editors-in-chief can apply. However, priority will be given to journalists actively involved in reporting and/or editorial work.
- I am unemployed. Can I apply?
Yes, you can apply as long as you reside outside of Attica and can provide samples of your journalistic work (e.g., articles, reports, or other content you have previously published) in regional media.
- I am a student. Can I participate?
The program is aimed at professional journalists. If you are a student who is also working professionally at a local or regional media outlet outside of Attica (e.g., as a contributor or freelancer) and can provide relevant work samples, your application will be considered eligible.
- What does the fellowship include?
The fellowship covers travel expenses within Greece as well as accommodation in Athens for the period of September 24–28. It does not include a daily allowance (per diem). The fellowship does not cover transportation expenses: 1)to and from your local airport or port, 2) to and from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, 3) to and from the central train station in Athens, 4) to and from intercity bus terminals (KTEL), 5) to and from the ports of Attica, 6) or daily transportation to and from the Forum venue—unless it involves scheduled transfers provided by the organizers.
- What is expected of me after participating?
After the Forum, you are expected to create a report inspired by the event and publish it in the local or regional media outlet you collaborate with. If you are not currently employed, publication is not required.
- Do I need to submit work samples?
Yes. The application requires two samples of your journalistic work (e.g., articles, reports, videos, podcasts, etc.) that reflect your style and areas of interest. The samples must be submitted as links, not as attached files.
- If I have previously participated in an iMEdD program, can I apply?
Yes, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria, you may apply. Previous participation in or support from iMEdD does not exclude you from applying. However, in the case of a high number of applications, priority will be given to those who have not previously participated in an iMEdD program.
- What dates do I need to be in Athens?
The Fellowship requires your physical presence in Athens for the entire duration of the Forum. Specifically, from the start of the sessions on the afternoon of September 25 until the afternoon of September 27, when the Forum concludes. You may choose to arrive in Athens either on the evening of September 24 or the morning of September 25, depending on available travel options. Your departure can be either on the afternoon of September 27 or on September 28.
- What are the evaluation criteria?
Applications are evaluated solely by the iMEdD team based on:
– the relevance of the two submitted work samples to the iMEdD Journalism Forum (you can find last year’s Forum program here),
– the candidate’s professional activity in local and regional media,
– the candidate’s response to the required application question,
– and the overall completeness of the application package.
– Special emphasis will be placed on applications from more remote or less represented areas of the country.
Priority will be given to:
– professional journalists involved in reporting and/or editorial work,
– professional journalists who have not previously received support from iMEdD.
The goal is also to ensure representation from as many regions of the country as possible, with a focus on more remote areas.
Applications are also eligible from:
– publishers or editors-in-chief,
– unemployed individuals with documented experience in regional media,
– students who work professionally as journalists in local or regional media and can provide relevant work samples.
