The Bulgaria International Journalism Fellowship (BIJF) offers small grants to independent journalists and storytellers who wish to explore Bulgaria’s role in a European and global context.
The initiative is led by the American University in Bulgaria and is dedicated to shedding light on Bulgaria’s dynamic and evolving position in Europe and the world. As a member state of the European Union and NATO, Bulgaria occupies a strategic crossroads between East and West, between tradition and innovation. Despite this pivotal role, many of the country’s most compelling stories remain untold on the international stage.
The BIJF program aims to support Bulgarian journalists and storytellers in producing high-quality, independent, and fact-based journalism that reflects the complex picture of democratic processes, societal transformation, and cultural development in the country.
What types of projects does BIJF support?
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Print journalism – articles, essays, investigative pieces, and in-depth analyses
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Documentary and visual projects – films, photo essays, and multimedia storytelling
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Audio journalism – podcasts and other audio formats
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Interactive and data-driven formats – innovative digital narratives
Potential topics include geopolitical developments, economic transformations, cultural achievements, and human-interest stories that offer new perspectives on Bulgaria for international audiences.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with the deadline for the next round of funding set for April 15.
More information is available here.
