Voices from the South 2025 | CNN Academy Journalism Training – Apply Now

With all of the recent health challenges, such as pandemics and crises, it is more vital than ever to share authentic tales from local communities. In response to this demand, CNN Academy launched a program called Voices from the South: Storytelling for Impact. The goal is to help new journalists from the Global South get started and make an impact.

Bridging the Storytelling Gap

Health reports from throughout the world sometimes overlook the specific circumstances of communities in the Global South. This program seeks to alter that by providing storytellers with the resources they need to tackle crucial health subjects from a cultural viewpoint. Whether it's about vaccine access in Sub-Saharan Africa or the bravery of healthcare personnel in difficult situations, participants will learn how to tell stories that have an impact locally and globally.

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Program Details

A Two-Phase Journey

Phase One: Online Training (July – October 1, 2025)

Participants will participate in an online program via the CNN Academy Hub. The classes will attempt to develop narrative skills while also providing insight into health concerns in the Global South. To complete this level, individuals must achieve specific badges and submit a compelling story pitch.

Phase Two: Hands-On Training and Simulation (November 2025, Abu Dhabi)

Some chosen candidates will travel to Abu Dhabi for a training session. They'll receive hands-on experience with mobile journalism and participate in a fast-paced simulation about global health reporting. This practice is intended to help them improve their skills in a live news environment.

Who Should Apply?

The program is open to early-career journalists, content creators, and storytellers from the Global South, which encompasses Latin America, the Caribbean, Africa, and Asia. Applicants must have a strong command of English, a portfolio of relevant work, and a commitment to the program's duration. CNN Academy will cover travel and lodging costs for those chosen for Phase Two.

Application Submission

The last date of application submission is 23^rd June, 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity Apply Now. For latest updates visit News and Scholarships.