Host: Global dev
Application Deadline: July 27, 2025
Location: Clermont-Ferrand, France

About the Program

Are you a science journalist eager to explore cutting-edge academic research and engage in meaningful conversations on global development? Here’s your chance to participate in high-level, inclusive, and evidence-driven discussions on today’s most pressing development challenges.

GlobalDev, an initiative of the Global Development Network (GDN), invites applications from science journalists to take part in the Global Development Conference (GDC) 2025, to be held from October 28–30, 2025.

GlobalDev is dedicated to strengthening the research communication capacity of academics, offering training programs and publishing opportunities that amplify their work for broader audiences. 

Target Participants

• science journalist

Benefits

• Selected journalists will receive a travel grant, accommodation and exclusive access to special sessions during GDN’s flagship event
• Interact with a global, interdisciplinary mix of researchers, academics, policymakers, and development practitioners
• Attend capacity-building workshops designed to enhance communication and storytelling around complex development topics.
• Contribute to the co-design of collaborative training programs that bridge the gap between research and media.

Please note: Women journalists, from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), and individuals from underserved communities are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Fill the form and apply before 27 July to join GDC-2025 with GlobalDev.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3vx-eTidSDV_Cpg8EQuRgVIVU-ZvamHHrhhXgJE_Cb45D9g/viewform

For more information, please visit the Global Dev Webpage:

https://globaldev.blog/call-for-science-journalists-join-gdc-2025-in-france/