Apply Now — Journalism Creators Startup Lab

Section 1 of 4

Tell Us About You

Basic info so we can get to know you and your work.

First name *

Last name *

Email address *

City or town *

Country *Must be in Europe, the Middle East, or Africa

Region / State / Province (optional)If applicable

Primary language(s) you work in *

Name of your news creator project or publication *

Your primary platform link *Website, newsletter, YouTube channel, Instagram, etc.

Where are you building your audience? *Share a direct link for every platform where you're actively publishing. At least one required — leave the rest blank.

Newsletter

Website / Blog

YouTube

Instagram

TikTok

X / Twitter

Substack

Podcast

Other

Share at least one platform link before submitting.

Section 2 of 4

Your Work

This helps us evaluate fit and understand where applicants are so we can make the program as useful as possible.

In 1–2 sentences, describe what you cover and who you serve. *

Approximately how many total followers/subscribers do you have across all platforms? *

When did you launch your creator journalism work? *

I haven't launched yet but am actively planning to Less than 6 months ago 6–12 months ago 12–18 months ago 18–24 months ago More than 24 months ago

Section 3 of 4

Your Business

Are you currently earning revenue from your creator journalism work? *

No, not yet Yes, but it does not yet support me full-time Yes, it is my primary source of income

What revenue streams are you currently using? Select all that apply

Subscriptions / reader revenue Sponsorships / advertising Freelance or consulting Grants or fellowships Events Other

What is your biggest business challenge right now? *

Section 4 of 4

Program Goals & Logistics

What is one specific skill or area you most want to develop through this program? *100 words max — this helps us shape the curriculum to the cohort's actual needs

0 / 100 words

What time zone are you in? *We'll use this to schedule the weekly live lab session at a time that works for everyone

Do you have any scheduling conflicts during late September through late November that we should know about? (optional)

If selected, the program runs approximately 8 weeks beginning the week of September 28 and wrapping by late November, with a weekly one-hour live virtual lab session and 1–2 hours of async work each week. Are you able to commit to full participation on this schedule? *

Yes, this timing works and I can commit I have a question about the schedule This timing doesn't work for me

What's your question? We'll follow up as we review applications.

Are you comfortable being mentioned in external communications about this program? *This includes things like program announcements, case studies, and partner communications.

Yes, you can mention me No, please keep my participation private It depends — reach out before mentioning me

Would you be interested in learning more about Google's programs and resources for emerging news voices? *

Yes, I'd like to hear more No thanks

Data & Privacy

Consent

Project C's Privacy Policy explains how we collect and use your information.

I understand my personal data will be shared with and processed by the Google News Initiative for the purpose of participating in this training program offered by Project C. Google processes your personal data in accordance with its Privacy Policy, which also describes how you can exercise your rights regarding this data. *

By submitting, you confirm that the information above is accurate. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Questions? Email liz@projectc.biz.

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