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Over 600 bursaries awarded with target to reach 700 by the end of next year

Sixteen new NCTJ ambassadors have been appointed.

The University of Sunderland has delivered an engaging two-day radio journalism bootcamp as part of the NCTJ's 'Into Journalism' outreach project

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) has delivered a four-day multimedia programme as part of the NCTJ’s ‘Into Journalism’ outreach project, an initiative designed to encourage young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to consider careers in journalism. Using grant funding from the…

The University of Lincoln has delivered a three-day programme as part of the NCTJ’s ‘into journalism’ outreach project, giving young people from disadvantaged backgrounds hands-on journalism experience. As one of six education providers awarded a grant from the NCTJ for…

Up-and-coming journalists showcased their talent at the 2024 NCTJ Awards for Excellence, sponsored by Reuters. The ceremony took place at Hallé St Peter’s on Friday, 4 April and recognised the outstanding journalism students, apprentices and trainees who are already making…

Journalists and educators going above and beyond to promote equality, diversity and inclusion were recognised at the NCTJ Awards for Excellence, sponsored by Reuters. The ceremony took place at Hallé St Peter’s in Manchester on Friday, 4 April, and was…

As Eid approaches, the NCTJ is highlighting the ongoing partnership between the Journalism Diversity Fund (JDF) and the Aziz Foundation, which supports aspiring journalists from British Muslim backgrounds.  Since 2021, the Aziz Foundation has awarded specialist bursaries…

The NCTJ has launched its ’into journalism’ outreach project, aimed at encouraging young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to consider a career in journalism. The initiative, taking place this spring, is being delivered in partnership with six education providers: Liverpool John…