The Kay Longcope Scholarship for Lesbian Journalists (NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ Journalists)

NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ Journalists

Amount: $1,000-$2,500
Deadline: April 1
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No

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About

This scholarship supports LGBTQ+ students, especially lesbian journalists, who are committed to fair and accurate coverage of the LGBTQ+ community. It honors the legacy of Kay Longcope.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 3.0+
  • Demographic: Lesbian, LGBTQ+
  • students pursuing a career in journalism, with a focus on LGBTQ+ issues

Required Materials

  • Essay
  • Transcript
  • Writing Samples
  • Letters of Recommendation

Timeline

Applications typically open in February and close in April.

Tips

Showcase your journalism skills and any published work. Explain how you plan to use your voice to tell diverse LGBTQ+ stories.