OPEN CALL: Workshop on CSOs and CBOs for the Media 

July 4th, 2025

Are you a media freelancer, social media influencer, or digital storyteller passionate about civil society, community-based initiatives, and their impact?

Join this two-day Sensitization Workshop on Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) for the Media (Including freelancers and social media influencers), organized by the Bhutan Media Foundation (BMF) with support from Helvetas Bhutan and funded by the European Union.

📍 Venue: Paro
📅 Dates: 14–15 July 2025

Why attend?

  • Understand the role of CSOs and CBOs in Bhutan
  • Learn to create ethical, impactful content
  • Discover new ways to amplify civil society voices
  • Build connections with CSOs, CBOs, and fellow media professionals for future collaboration

Special Opportunity
Following the workshop, 6 publication fees (4 for print articles & 2 for documentaries) will be awarded to selected participants based on their submitted proposals.

Who can apply?
Media freelancers, social media influencers, and digital storytellers interested in civil society and community-based storytelling.

To apply:
Email the following to Ms. Neera Rai, Programme Officer, at n.rai@bmf.bt:

     1. A Statement of Interest (max. 300 words) addressing:

  • What interests you about civil society and community stories?
  • How do you think this workshop will benefit you personally or professionally?

     2. CV/Resume (Do not forget to include your current address, phone number, email, and links to your social media accounts)

Deadline: 10 July 2025

Note: Selection will be based on eligibility criteria set by the organizer. Only selected applicants will be notified by phone or email.