The John S. Knight Journalism Fellows at Stanford University offers 20 journalists the opportunity to spend 10 months experimenting, testing and developing innovative ideas for the future of journalism.

Each class of Knight Fellows works together and independently on solving problems such as how to leverage technology in the service of journalism, finding new ways to reach underserved communities, experimenting with new funding mechanisms for quality journalism, and fostering independent journalism in countries lacking a history of a free press. This could include innovative projects focused on advancing community news and engagement.

Eligible to apply:

• Full-time journalists
• Journalism entrepreneurs and innovators (which can include independent journalists or developers)
• Journalism business and management executives

Applicants must propose an innovative project as well as provide letters of recommendation. Fellows from news organizations which support their application must agree to return to that organization.

Learn more and apply now. Deadline: Jan. 15