The Award is open to an Australian journalist of not less than three years of experience media, who can satisfy the selection panel that they would benefit from a working visit to the European Union. While the subject of the project proposal is open to the journalist’s particular interests, the proposed program must be based on current European-Australian themes, relevant to an Australian audience. The visit is expected to lead to or contribute to coverage on return and a report on the visit plus summary report on resultant coverage must be provided.

The aim is to increase understanding in Australia of European affairs by giving journalists the opportunity to examine issues of interest first hand.

The Award consists of a two-week working visit to EU institutions and up to three Member States. Accommodation costs, a living allowance and travel within Europe are covered. The EU Delegation will assist the successful journalist in formulating a suitable program and ensure interviews are arranged at the most appropriate level.

The trip must be ticketed by end of June 2023 and applicants should complete the program by the end of 2023. 

This award comes at a critical time in global geopolitics and in bilateral relations between the EU and Australia. Australia has made a significant contribution in terms of military equipment, humanitarian assistance and enforcement of sanctions to support Ukraine. By extension, this is support of Europe and the rules based order globally.

It is also hoped that the Free Trade Agreement between the EU and Australia will be finalised this year, multiplying trade by 30 per cent. The EU and Australia both have to gain from the transition to a green economy for which the supply of critical raw materials by Australia is an important factor.

Deadline for applications is COB Monday 17 April 2023.

*Travel must occur via direct flight to Rome between June and October 2023.

For further information, contact Walter Colnaghi:

Email: walter.colnaghi@eeas.europa.eu

Tel: +61 2 6271 2777