The Program
Kahani Sunao identifies high-potential young storytellers, social innovators, creative communicators, media activists, Vloggers, citizen journalist and youth leaders to accelerates their work impact and sound voice through a year-long digital storytelling fellowship. It is crucial for youth to find a voice and to discover their own potency as communicators. We support to counter radical, violent and intolerant ideology by providing youth necessary knowledge, tools, and skills to become a more resilient, powerful and sound voice. We believe that investing in youth through digital storytelling is the best tool to reclaim and transform diverse and inclusive society.
It will inculcate; visual storytelling, new/social media, social entrepreneurship, smartphone Android/iOS technology and digital cameras usage to create digital stories. We encourage young women and minorities. Applicant must be 18-30 years age enrolled in Mass Communication/Journalism/Social Department Universities in Pakistan.
How to apply
Apply Evaluation of applications & Interviews Admission
Apply
Only applicants who have submitted a complete application will be considered for the programme. These are the steps in the application process:
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Go to the KAHANI SUNAO FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION
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Upload an updated CV in English
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Upload a photo (not compulsory).
Evaluation of applications
Each application is evaluated according to the following criteria:
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Platform/influence/relevant work experience
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Drive and motivation
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Relevant educational background
Interviews
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Shortlisted applicants will be informed no later than 20 February 2019
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Interviews with shortlisted candidates: 17 – 18 February 2019
Out of all applicants, a number of shortlisted candidates are called for interviews as a second step in the selection process. The interviews are conducted through phone call, Google Hangouts or Skype.
Admission
The program will start its first phase with Kahani Sunao Bootcamp 25 selected applicants by email or phone and offers them a place. Team will also composes a list of reserve candidates in case a second selection round is needed.