Selected participants will receive free advanced training in generative AI, LLMs, AI agents, and newsroom innovation through a live instructor-led virtual learning environment. The programme combines lectures, workshops, laboratory sessions, and practical exercises to ensure that participants gain hands-on experience in developing newsroom AI tools and prototypes.

Participants will also benefit from mentorship and instruction by leading AI and journalism experts including Jenny Romano and Pedro Henriques. The programme offers opportunities to collaborate with journalism professionals from different regions of the world and build international professional networks focused on responsible AI implementation in media.

In addition, JournalismAI provides financial support for selected participants to purchase the technology, software, and tools required to complete their projects. Certificates of participation are awarded to participants who successfully complete the programme requirements, and outstanding participants may receive financial awards to continue developing their projects.

Applicants from all countries are welcome to apply. The programme is intended for individuals working in journalism and media-related technology roles, including reporters, editors, copyeditors, product professionals, visual editors, and data journalists. Candidates should already possess some understanding of how AI systems are being used in journalism and newsroom environments.

Ideal candidates are expected to have basic numeracy skills and some familiarity with Python programming. However, applicants who are still learning Python may also apply provided they are willing to complete prerequisite learning before the programme begins. Participants must also secure a letter of support from their news organization confirming that they can dedicate sufficient time to the programme during the course period. Stable internet access and the ability to commit approximately seven hours per week are also required.

Independent journalists who are not affiliated with a news organization are currently not eligible to participate. Likewise, professionals who are already highly advanced in AI implementation and are simply seeking incremental improvements to existing sophisticated AI systems may not be considered suitable candidates for the programme.

Open worldwide to applicants from all countries.

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