"There has never been a more critical time to invest in queer and trans storytelling. As legislative attacks on LGBTQ lives accelerate across the U.S., the media has a responsibility not just to cover these stories, but to center the people living them. Right now, the majority of mainstream coverage of LGBTQ+ and especially transgender issues is written trans people - rarely them, and almost never them. That's a crisis of representation. And we're here to rewrite it."
"Future of Queer Media Fellowship was created to amplify the voices already doing the work - not waiting to be discovered. This program identifies, develops, and uplifts the next generation of transgender and queer journalists, equipping them with the tools, mentorship, and newsroom access they deserve. In its inaugural year, the Fellowship is underwritten by Morrison Media Group (MMG) - founded by Emmy-winning journalist, former GLAAD Senior Director of Communications, 2024 Out100 honoree and 2021 Plus Person of the Year, Tony Morrison"
The Future of Queer Media Fellowship amplifies and trains transgender and queer journalists to center lived experiences and improve representation amid rising attacks on LGBTQ lives. The 16-week paid program places fellows inside The Advocate's editorial team to collaborate with editors, pitch and publish stories, and sharpen reporting skills, emphasizing transgender narratives. Fellows receive mentorship and media training from Morrison Media Group, including visibility coaching, impact strategy, and professional development. The inaugural fellowship runs January–April 2026, up to 20 hours per week, pays $20/hour, offers remote and hybrid options, and welcomes early journalists, recent grads, students, and career pivots.
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