About the opportunity
Lavwa Lenpak is a program by the Pulitzer Center designed for content creators in Africa who are passionate about forest governance and human rights. The second edition of the program is dedicated to governance and human rights in the forestry sector, with a particular focus on the Congo Basin. By equipping content creators to better understand public interest issues, strengthen critical thinking, and produce reliable content, Lavwa Lenpak builds a bridge between Pulitzer Center-supported journalism and audiences in Africa. It transforms complex journalistic investigations into accessible, engaging digital content tailored for social media, empowering participants to serve as trusted voices within their communities.
Funding and benefits
- Access to Pulitzer Center-supported reporting and journalistic resources.
- Opportunities to collaborate with journalists.
- Personalized feedback on content.
- Masterclasses on disinformation and the role of trusted voices, creative storytelling, and scriptwriting.
- A participation stipend of $500, paid at the end of the program upon approval of all required deliverables.
- The opportunity to contribute to a broader conversation on accountability, forest governance, and human rights in Africa.
Who can apply?
- Open to content creators in Africa.
- Passionate about forest governance, human rights, and public interest issues.
When to apply
- Application deadline: August 26, 2026
How to apply
- Review the guidelines and program details.
- Submit your application via the official Google Form link provided on the Pulitzer Center website.
Additional information
- This is the second cohort/edition of the Lavwa Lenpak program, focusing specifically on governance and human rights in the forestry sector with an emphasis on the Congo Basin.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Content creators based in Africa with a passion for human rights and forest governance.
- Individuals interested in specializing in the Congo Basin region.
- Those looking to improve their critical thinking and combat disinformation.
What should you think carefully about?
- The $500 stipend is a participation payment made only at the end of the program upon approval of all deliverables.
- The focus is specifically on the Congo Basin and forest governance.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a great fit for creators looking to build their skills in scriptwriting and creative storytelling while gaining access to Pulitzer Center resources. It allows you to transform complex journalistic investigations into engaging digital content for your community.
Our take
Ideal for African content creators who want to bridge the gap between professional journalism and social media storytelling on environmental issues.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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