Professional journalists in Kenya are invited to apply for the Narrative Shift Journalism Residency, a specialized storytelling programme focused on young motherhood and lived experiences.

This residency is led by Docubox in partnership with The International Resource for Impact & Storytelling and aims to support journalists in producing impactful, ethical, and human-centred reporting on young mothers.

About the Residency

The programme combines training, mentorship, and editorial support to strengthen journalism that highlights agency, dignity, and real-life perspectives. Selected participants will take part in a five-month online journalism training led by Journalists for Human Rights (JHR), followed by a five-day in-person residency at the Docubox offices in Nairobi.

Throughout the programme, journalists will receive guidance from experienced editors and mentors and are expected to produce and publish at least two in-depth stories by July 2026.

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: 20 February 2026

• Training & Mentorship Period: Five months (online)

• In-Person Residency: Five days in Nairobi

How to Apply

Interested journalists should submit their application via email:
: submission@mydocubox.org .