WD2026 Media Scholarships for Women Deliver Conference in Australia

Seize this incredible opportunity to cover one of the world's leading global conferences on gender equality. The WD2026 Media Scholarships invite journalists and content creators from across the globe to participate in the Women Deliver 2026 Conference in Melbourne, Australia – fully funded and ready to amplify your voice.

Event Overview

The Women Deliver 2026 Conference (WD2026) stands as a pivotal platform uniting advocates, leaders, and innovators to advance gender equality worldwide. Scheduled for four dynamic days in the vibrant city of Melbourne, this event fosters meaningful discussions on pressing issues like health, human rights, and climate justice. Through the Media Scholarships, selected participants will gain unparalleled access to report on these transformative conversations.

Host Country: Australia
Venue: Narrm (Melbourne)
Event: Women Deliver 2026 Conference
Duration: 4 days
Dates: April 27–30, 2026
Funding: Fully funded scholarships
Application Deadline: October 15, 2025

Scholarship Coverage

Designed to remove all barriers to participation, the WD2026 Media Scholarships offer complete financial support, allowing recipients to immerse themselves fully in the conference experience. Coverage includes:

Round-trip economy class airfare to Melbourne
Comfortable hotel accommodation throughout the event
Full conference registration and access to all sessions
Visa processing fees and associated expenses
Daily per diems for meals and local transportation
Comprehensive travel insurance for peace of mind

Key Objectives

This scholarship program aims to empower media professionals and content creators to document and disseminate stories from the Women Deliver Conference. By supporting diverse voices, it seeks to amplify narratives on gender equality, social justice, and global development, ensuring that critical issues reach wider audiences through impactful journalism.

Who Can Apply?

Open to media professionals and creators worldwide, this opportunity prioritizes inclusivity and diversity. Ideal candidates include:

Reporters, editors, producers, and on-air presenters/anchors from established outlets
Photojournalists, videographers, and multimedia broadcast teams
Podcast and radio journalists, along with social media and visual content specialists
Freelance journalists with a confirmed commissioning or assignment letter
Independent content creators focused on factual reporting of social issues
Professionals with expertise in gender equality, health, human rights, climate justice, development, or Pacific/Oceanic topics
First Nations, Indigenous journalists, and creators from underrepresented communities
LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, internally displaced persons, refugees, and those from low-resource backgrounds
Early-career journalists and creators who haven't previously received a Women Deliver scholarship

No application fee is required, making this accessible to qualified applicants everywhere.

Selection Timeline

Shortlisted candidates will receive notification via email by November 2025. Prepare your strongest portfolio showcasing your commitment to impactful storytelling on global issues.

Application Steps

Applying is straightforward and entirely online. Here's how to get started:

Visit the official Women Deliver website to access the Media Scholarship application form.
Prepare your portfolio, including samples of relevant work and a commissioning letter if freelancing.
Complete all required fields, highlighting your focus on gender and social issues.
Submit your application before the October 15, 2025 deadline.

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