Posted On: December 17, 2025
Fellowship
Media Organization: The Humanist
Company Description
The American Humanist Association has stood as the voice of humanism in the United States for over 80 years.
We strive to bring about a progressive society where being good without a god is an accepted and respected way to live life. We are accomplishing this through our defense of civil liberties and secular governance, by our outreach to the growing number of people without traditional religious faith, and through a continued refinement and advancement of the humanist worldview.
Humanism is a nontheistic worldview with ethical values informed by scientific knowledge and driven by a desire to meet the needs of people in the here and now. At the foundation of those values is an affirmation of the dignity of every human being.
We count humanists and other nontheists as the core of our movement but are always willing to work with friends and allies on issues of common concern. The positions we hold and the actions we take are not simply for our own benefit, but for the betterment of all of society and the world in which we live.
Job Description
The wall separating church and state – a cornerstone of the American constitutional order – is currently facing unprecedented legislative and judicial stress. Despite the profound implications for civil liberties and secular governance, media coverage of these issues in our current political climate remain sporadic and often superficial. Additionally, the balance between church and state is constantly being redefined through complex legal and legislative actions. This causes major media outlets to prioritize stories that are easily summarized or immediately sensational, leaving critical rulings under-covered and the American public woefully out-of-the-loop.
And we are up against potent forces: the billionaires, bishops and bigots who are running our country want to fundamentally dismantle the rights, freedoms and progress that humanists have fought for in America. They tell us empathy is a "sin" and that caring for each other is "suicidal," and have disproportionately targeted their hatred at our most vulnerable neighbor. Now more than ever, we need the press and media to be able to speak accurately and candidly about the crisis of cruelty affecting our nation.
That's where AHA's fellowship comes in. A select student journalist will receive an honorarium for the semester of $3,000. This dedicated funding will ensure the fellow can prioritize deep, time-consuming journalistic work. You will be required to produce a minimum of six original, high-quality reported pieces for publication in The Humanist and related AHA channels. These pieces will cover judicial rulings, legislative actions, local activist campaigns, and other essential humanist issues.
Applicants must be currently majoring in journalism or taking related coursework at an accredited institution. While the fellow will receive dedicated editorial guidance from AHA staff, it is critical for our publication standards that the fellow has access to professional support, should the need arise.
Selected finalists will be invited to a follow-up interview with the hiring manager for this role. A final decision will be made and applicants updated on their status by January 5, 2026.
To Apply
You can find the application form here: https://americanhumanist.org/about/opportunities/journalismfellowship/