Fellowship programme for foreign journalists
Young non-Russian journalists interested in professional growth and willing to develop cooperation with Russia and Russian counterparts
About participants
- Get to know Russian agenda;
- Visit top media outlets of Russia;
- Attend lectures and workshops by Russian experts;
- Exchange experience with fellow journalists from different countries;
- Work in a team of media professionals
Programme
Increasing the number of contacts to be shared among representatives of Russia and foreign countries, publication of materials and stories on Russian and foreign web resources
Fellowship results
Programmes of 2026
The call for applications is closed.
About programme
Fellowship for journalists from South Asia
The InteRussia programme offers international journalists an opportunity to become acquainted with Russia’s media agenda, gain professional experience from leading specialists of the Sputnik news agency, and exchange expertise with colleagues from different countries. As part of the programme, participants will meet with leading Russian experts and specialists, representatives of key national news agencies, visit major educational, research, and public platforms, and take part in practical tutorials, workshops, and seminars covering various aspects of contemporary journalism.
The InteRussia programme offers international journalists an opportunity to become acquainted with Russia’s media agenda, gain professional experience from leading specialists of the Sputnik news agency, and exchange expertise with colleagues from different countries. As part of the programme, participants will meet with leading Russian experts and specialists, representatives of key national news agencies, visit major educational, research, and public platforms, and take part in practical tutorials, workshops, and seminars covering various aspects of contemporary journalism.
Programme partners
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Alexander Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Fund -
Sputnik International News Agency and Radio -
The Presidential Grants Foundation
- Working languageEnglish
- Number of participants10 fellows
- Duration4 weeks
- CityMoscow
Eligibility
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Citizenship of one of the following countries: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Afghanistan, or Bhutan - Residence outside of the Russian Federation
- Age between 25 and 40
- No academic or employment affiliation with Russian educational institutions or organisations at the time of application (candidates must not be enrolled in Russian educational institutions or employed by Russian organizations)
- Proficiency in English (minimum level B2)
About programme
Fellowship for journalists from the Middle East and North Africa
RT Arabic is the partner of this programme for journalists from the Middle East countries. This was decided given the Russia Today TV channel’s experience and leading position in the Middle East.
The programme is an opportunity for non-Russian reporters to work with leading specialists from RT Arabic. It specializes primarily in working with television journalists, as well as foreign journalists who produce television and video reports from different parts of the world. In addition, the fellowship participants will have an opportunity to visit and work at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum 2026 (SPIEF).
RT Arabic is the partner of this programme for journalists from the Middle East countries. This was decided given the Russia Today TV channel’s experience and leading position in the Middle East.
The programme is an opportunity for non-Russian reporters to work with leading specialists from RT Arabic. It specializes primarily in working with television journalists, as well as foreign journalists who produce television and video reports from different parts of the world. In addition, the fellowship participants will have an opportunity to visit and work at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum 2026 (SPIEF).
Programme partners
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Alexander Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Fund -
Russia Today - The Presidential Grants Foundation
- Working languageArabic, English
- Number of participants10 fellows
- Duration4 weeks
- CitiesMoscow, St. Petersburg
Eligibility
- Citizenship of one of the countries of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA region)
- Residence outside of the Russian Federation
- Age between 25 to 35
- No academic or employment affiliation with Russian educational institutions or organisations at the time of application (candidates must not be enrolled in Russian educational institutions or employed by Russian organizations)
- Proficiency in English (minimum level B2) and native-level fluency in Arabic
About programme
Fellowship for journalists from Sub-Saharan Africa
The InteRussia programme offers international journalists an opportunity to become acquainted with Russia’s media agenda, gain professional experience from leading specialists of the Sputnik news agency, and exchange expertise with colleagues from different countries. As part of the programme, participants will meet with leading Russian experts and specialists, representatives of key national news agencies, visit major educational, research, and public platforms, and take part in practical tutorials, workshops, and seminars covering various aspects of contemporary journalism.
The InteRussia programme offers international journalists an opportunity to become acquainted with Russia’s media agenda, gain professional experience from leading specialists of the Sputnik news agency, and exchange expertise with colleagues from different countries. As part of the programme, participants will meet with leading Russian experts and specialists, representatives of key national news agencies, visit major educational, research, and public platforms, and take part in practical tutorials, workshops, and seminars covering various aspects of contemporary journalism.
Programme partners
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Alexander Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Fund -
Sputnik International News Agency and Radio -
Rossotrudnichestvo’s flagship New Generation initiative - The Presidential Grants Foundation
- Working languageEnglish
- Number of participants10 fellows
- Duration4 weeks
- CitiesMoscow
Eligibility
- Citizenship one of the countries of Sub-Saharan Africa
- Residence outside of the Russian Federation
- Age between 25 and 40
- No academic or employment affiliation with Russian educational institutions or organisations at the time of application (candidates must not be enrolled in Russian educational institutions or employed by Russian organizations)
- Proficiency in English (minimum level B2)
Participation instructions
Navigate to "My projects" section using your member area, then choose the "Create an application" item, tick the name of the programme you are interested in, and fill in an application form
The selection process is of competitive nature and based on professional experience of a candidate. It implies procedures that are participatory (the online interview) and those in absence of a candidate.
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