The Center for Participatory Research and Development (CPRD) and The Climate Watch (TCW) has announced the selection of eight outstanding Bangladeshi journalists for the CPRD–TCW Reporting Fellowship 2025.
The fellowship aims to strengthen climate journalism in Bangladesh by supporting in-depth, evidence-based reporting ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), to be held in Belém, Brazil, in November 2025.
This year’s open call for applications drew an exceptional response – nearly double the number received in 2024 – reflecting the growing interest and commitment among Bangladeshi journalists to cover climate and environmental issues.
Following a rigorous and competitive selection process, eight journalists were chosen for their compelling story ideas addressing key themes such as climate finance, loss and damage, just transition, biodiversity, renewable energy, and community resilience.
Through structured mentorship and editorial guidance, the selected fellows will produce high-impact stories in Bangla or English, connecting Bangladesh’s climate realities to the global narrative.
Selected fellows are: Sajibur Rahman – The Financial Express, Mehedi Al Amin – Protidiner Bangladesh, Rukaia Islam – Alap, Raihan Ahmad – Jagonews24.com, Md Asaduz Zaman – The Daily Star, Mizanur Rahman Yousuf – The Business Standard, Sheikh Tanjir Ahmed – Banglanews24.com, and Naushad Ali Husein – Freelance Journalist.
This fellowship was launched jointly by CPRD and The Climate Watch in 2024, the Reporting Fellowship supports Bangladeshi journalists in covering global climate negotiations and translating complex policy discussions into accessible, impactful storytelling.
The initiative reflects both organizations’ shared commitment to amplifying voices from the Global South and ensuring that Bangladesh’s climate challenges, innovations, and leadership are effectively represented in global climate conversations.