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Fellowships for reporting on conflict, violence open

ISLAMABAD, Aug 7 (APP): Midcareer journalists who want to
deepen their knowledge of trauma and improve coverage of violence,
conflict and tragedy can apply for fellowship.
This year, the Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma, a
project of the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism,
will select 12 journalists as Dart Center Ochberg Fellows.
The next program will be held Jan. 15 to 20, 2018 at Columbia
University in New York, said a press release.
Fellows attend background briefings by prominent
interdisciplinary experts in the trauma and mental health fields;
conversations with journalist colleagues on issues of ethics, craft
and other aspects of professional practice; and a host of other
opportunities for intellectual engagement and peer learning.
The fellowship covers travel to and accommodations in New
York, meals and other expenses directly related to participation.
The application deadline is September 22.