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Feb. 5, 2025 — The Society of Environmental Journalists calls on the Cambodian government to reverse its ban on Mongabay environmental journalist Gerald Flynn (pictured, right) covering deforestation there.
Internews’ Earth Journalism Network is offering 15-20 story grants of up to US$2000 each to support the production of in-depth solutions-focused media reports on environmental and climate challenges in the Asia-Pacific region. Apply by Feb 3, 2025.
"Farmer Rafik Danwade had been pumping more pesticides on his acre-long field in Jambhali village in India’s Maharashtra state, but the chemicals were getting less effective at protecting his 3,200 chili plants from nematodes and other bugs. So Danwade, 56, turned to a practice his grandfather taught him in the 1970s: He planted 1,000 marigolds on the border and alternating rows of the field."
"An Indonesian forensic scientist whose testimony has proved crucial in securing rulings against environmental violators faces a third potential lawsuit."
"Thailand has banned plastic waste imports over concerns about toxic pollution, as experts warn that failure to agree a global treaty to cut plastic waste will harm human health."
Indian journalists and non-fiction writers can apply for this paid fellowship to develop their longform manuscripts. Attend a writing masterclass with Jerry Pinto, May 7-11, 2025, and a 21-day writing residency in the Himalayas in July. Financial support: INR50,000 plus INR20,000 travel fund. Apply by Feb 10.
Earth Journalism Network seeks innovative project ideas from media outlets, journalism institutions and other organizations that work directly with media or content creators in the Asia-Pacific region. US$15,000 to US$20,000 grants. Apply by Jan 30, 2025.
"Krishna, a skinny 12-year-old, waits near a Hindu temple packed with pilgrims. He hears a yell – that's his cue. He zigzags between motorbikes and honking tuk-tuks, elbows his way through the crowd and finds a man waving wildly at a monkey."
Meet SEJ member Tanka Dhakal! Tanka is an independent journalist based in Kathmandu, Nepal. He reports in both Nepali and English on the environment, climate change, science, health, labor migrations and marginalized communities, with real-world experience and scientific analyses.