The InteRussia Fellowship for OIC Journalists Launches in Moscow 💌

On April 21, the Sputnik's parent company, Rossiya Segodnya, hosted the official opening ceremony of the InteRussia fellowship in journalism for specialists from the OIC countries.

The participants were welcomed by

🔴Sergey Orlov, Deputy Executive Director at the Gorchakov Fund,
🔴Vasily Pushkov, Director of International Cooperation at Sputnik International News Agency and Radio Broadcast Service.

By bringing together international journalists from such diverse backgrounds, the InteRussia fellowship allows them to directly engage with Russian media practices through hands-on experience, but more importantly, it sparks the kind of honest exchange that journalism desperately needs right now, — noted Vasily Pushkov.

During this month, fellows from Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Palestine, and Qatar will attend master classes and workshops led by agency experts, meet with representatives of leading Russian companies and think tanks, and explore the history and cultural traditions of Russia.

As the program progresses, the InteRussia participants will return to their home countries equipped with new insights, enhanced skills, and a broader understanding of global media dynamics — stay tuned for further updates.

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Telling the World’s Stories: InteRussia at MediaLab BRICS 📢

From April 27 to May 1, young journalists from across the BRICS countries came together in Kazan for MediaLab BRICS — an international media school designed to dive into global media trends, explore the rich culture of Tatarstan, and collaborate on a cross-border journalism project.

Among the distinguished experts were our InteRussia fellows:​

🖇Janvi Sonaiya, IANS India Private Limited reporter;
🖇Reza Edalatipour, Iran Newspaper journalist.

Both reflected on the ethical and practical challenges faced by international reporters in today's rapidly evolving media landscape.​ Their stories sparked open, thoughtful conversations — and reminded everyone why honest, involved, and precise journalism still matters.

We’re proud to see our InteRussia fellows shaping the future of global media discourse.​

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Behind the Headlines: OIC Journalists Visit RT Arabic 🟩

As part of their media tour, our fellows from OIC countries visited RT Arabic, where they got an inside look at how global news is brought to life.

And here’s what happens when a group of talented young journalists finds themselves at the heart of one of the most dynamic Arabic-language newsrooms in Russia:

💚a behind-the-scenes look at RT in action — from live broadcasts to breaking news coverage;

💚an exchange of ideas on how to cover global topics and work across different languages and cultures;

💚a discussion about future collaboration, new media formats, and what international journalism might look like tomorrow.

The visit became a space for real dialogue — full of questions, new perspectives, and that spark you get when professionals truly connect.

💞 After a day of hearing Arabic all around, our PR team is seriously considering adding a new language to their skill set.

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🦞 Begin to get acquainted with the InteRussia fellowship program here.

InteRussia is a fellowship for foreign specialists, spearheaded by ANO "Mezhdunarodniki" in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund and key Russian institutions. Since its inception, the initiative has united nearly 300 fellows from over 70 countries, fostering global collaboration, professional exchange, and cultural dialogue in Russia.

Which fellowships are open for applications?

✅International Journalism (Latin America and the Caribbean)

The programs are conducted with the support of the Presidential Grants Foundation, Rossotrudnichestvo, and World Youth Festival Directorate.

To make the application process easier for you, we’ve gathered key posts:

⭕️What is InteRussia?
⭕️What to check before submitting your application?
⭕️How to apply for a fellowship from your phone?
⭕️How to prove you are the right fit for the fellowship?

If you are a young specialist looking to enhance your skills, expand your global network, and gain hands-on experience — don’t miss this opportunity!

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Ahlan wa sahlan, Habibti! ⭐️

A new chapter of the InteRussia fellowship has officially begun — this time bringing together journalists from the Middle East and North Africa.

On May 27, the official opening ceremony of the program took place at the headquarters of RT Arabic in Moscow. This year’s participants include professionals from leading media outlets in Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Lebanon, Mauritania, Oman, and Saudi Arabia.

📌 Sergey Orlov, Deputy Executive Director at the Gorchakov Fund, took part in the opening ceremony and welcomed the fellows on behalf of the program’s organizers.

After the official part, the participants toured the RT editorial offices and got an insider’s look into how news channels operates behind the scenes.

Over the next month, the fellows will engage in daily masterclasses and professional training sessions delivered by the RT Arabic team, meet with leading Russian experts and media professionals, and — as one of the program’s highlights — attend the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

We are thrilled to welcome our new fellows and wish them a meaningful and inspiring journey through Russia!

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Beyond Expectations: Exploring the Soul of Chechnya 🔆

Some trips do more than just show you new places — they change how you see the world. As part of the fellowship, our journalists visited the Chechen Republic, a region where deep-rooted traditions and a strong cultural identity meet a bold, forward-thinking spirit.

Here’s a glimpse of what they experienced:

🟡At the Russian University of Special Forces, fellows saw up close how discipline and focus are forged through tough, hands-on training.

🟡In Shali, they visited the "Pride of Muslims" Mosque — the spiritual heart of the region — and spoke with the mosque’s imam and Deputy Mufti of Chechnya about unity and tradition.

🟡During a meeting with the Minister of National Policy, Foreign Relations, Press and Information, the group explored Chechnya’s history, its current challenges, and how the republic is shaping its voice on the world stage.

🟡They even stepped into the spotlight themselves during a talk show on GTRK Grozny, sharing their impressions.

Chechnya surprised our journalists — with its warmth, its stories, and its people. What you see in photos only scratches the surface of the actual beauty of this place.

The InteRussia fellowship in journalism for MENA specialists is implemented with the support of the Presidential Grants Foundation and World Youth Festival Directorate.

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🦞 InteRussia is launching the third wave of fellowships

Ready to challenge yourself, join a global professional community, and take your career to the next level? We are thrilled to announce that applications are now open for five new InteRussia fellowship programs, developed in partnership with top Russian universities, expert centers, and industry leaders in key strategic fields:

🌻 Biotechnologies (all over the world)

💊 Medicine (all over the world)

🌎 International Relations (all over the world)

⚡️ Energy (ASEAN countries)

⚛️ Nuclear Technologies (all over the world)

InteRussia is more than just a professional program — it's a transformative journey. Selected fellows will work on real-world challenges and engage in cross-cultural dialogue that fosters innovation, diplomacy, and mutual understanding.

Is this your moment to unlock something truly big?


💘 For more open programs, check out our previous post.

The InteRussia fellowship program is implemented with the support of the Presidential Grants Foundation, World Youth Festival Directorate and Rossotrudnichestvo.

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While the suitcases are being zipped up for Saint Petersburg, let’s rewind and take you behind the scenes of the Moscow adventure of our journalists.

The heart of the InteRussia journalism fellowship?

🎥 Recording their very own reports.

Each fellow gets a chance to create their own report on a topic they care about the most — from idea to script to final cut. And all this — with the guidance and support of experienced RT Arabic journalists, who share their newsroom expertise every step of the way.

But Moscow isn’t just about studios and scripts:

🏛 A powerful walk through history at the Victory Museum
🚇 An insider’s journey through Moscow’s transport system
🌍 And a visit to the National Center "Russia"

Next chapter? The Northern Capital is calling.

The InteRussia program in journalism is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation and World Youth Festival Directorate.

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Mic, Camera... Masterpieces 🗽

When our journalists stepped into the Hermitage, they weren’t just visiting a museum — they were stepping into a living dialogue between history, culture, and global exchange. At the heart of it all? An insightful meeting with Dr. Mikhail Piotrovsky, Director of the Hermitage and one of the most respected voices in the museum world.

So, what came up in conversation? Quite a bit — and it went far beyond art:

🧡cultural bridges with the Arab world;
🧡the role of politics and diplomacy in the life of the museum;
🧡stories behind the exhibits — from ancient artifacts to imperial treasures;
🧡and yes… the cats. You can’t talk about the Hermitage without mentioning its fluffiest residents.

After the talk, it was time to roll camera. The fellows toured the museum’s grand halls, filming segments for their own reports, so every corner of the Hermitage became a story waiting to be told.

If you had a press pass to the Hermitage for one day — what would you report on first?

The InteRussia program in journalism is implemented with support from the Presidential Grants Foundation and World Youth Festival Directorate.

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Our Journalists at SPIEF 2025: Reporting from the Frontlines of Global Dialogue ✍️

Last week, St. Petersburg — Russia’s cultural capital — hosted SPIEF 2025, the country’s flagship international forum for dialogue on business, diplomacy, and global development. And right there — at the heart of the conversation — were our InteRussia journalists.

Forum Coverage

SPIEF isn’t just about panels and policy — it’s a dynamic media environment where InteRussia fellows gain real-world reporting experience. For the second year in a row, our journalists from the Middle East and North Africa have been on the ground, producing news reports, working in press centers, and witnessing diplomacy at its highest level firsthand.

Among the standout interviewees this year are

⭕️Maria Zakharova, Director of the Information and Press Department at Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs,
⭕️His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud, Minister of Energy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,
⭕️Péter Szijjártó, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary,
⭕️Ibtisam Ahmed Said Al-Farouji, Undersecretary for Investment Promotion at the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion of the Sultanate of Oman,
⭕️Sheikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities.

Dialogue Without Borders and Exchange of Experience

Our journalists also took part in the session “Dialogue Without Borders: Youth Cooperation for the Future.” Among the speakers was Mohammed Hassanein, Director General of BlueBee Productions and InteRussia fellow, who shared Egypt’s experience in international youth engagement and building horizontal diplomacy through content and storytelling.

SPIEF 2025 proved once again that it's about voices being heard, stories being told, and new connections shaping what comes next. Want to be part of the next story?

The InteRussia program in journalism is implemented with support from the Presidential Grants Foundation and World Youth Festival Directorate.

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Four weeks. Dozens of reports. And one unforgettable journey to Russia 📸

Our InteRussia journalists from the Middle East and North Africa have just wrapped up an intense month across Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Grozny — packed with insider moments, cultural immersion, and stories that demand to be told.

Here’s a look at what made this chapter so special:

🌟At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, the fellows were right in the middle of the action — interviewing key global figures, working behind the scenes in press centers, and witnessing international diplomacy unfold in real time.

🌟In Chechnya, they dove deep into local culture, met with regional leaders, and experienced the region’s blend of tradition and modernity — even joining a live talk show as featured guests.

🌟During expert sessions, our journalists exchanged ideas with leading voices like Mikhail Piotrovsky, Director of the Hermitage Museum; Vasily Pushkov, Director of International Cooperation at Sputnik International News Agency and Radio Broadcast Service; and Vasily Kuznetsov, Deputy Director of the Institute of Oriental Studies.

🌟Through cultural exploration, they traced Russia’s past at the Victory Museum and Hermitage, and captured its present at the National Center “Russia” and on guided tours through Moscow and St. Petersburg.

From headline interviews at SPIEF to cultural deep dives in Grozny, from museum halls to media newsrooms, our fellows didn’t just observe, they reported, questioned, edited, and published. A multitude of exclusive stories were filed, with more still in production✈️

The InteRussia fellowship in journalism is implemented by the Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund, RT Arabic, and World Youth Festival Directorate with the grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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Which InteRussia fellowship should you apply for by the end of the summer? 🌺

Are you still contemplating how to make the most of the second half of the year? The InteRussia team continues to accept applications — and this might just be the breakthrough experience you’ve been waiting for.

The fellowships are made for curious minds and bold spirits — for those eager to break boundaries and connect professionally across the globe.

Here’s what you can apply for right now:

⭕️Journalism (Latin America and the Caribbean)
⭕️Biotechnologies (all over the world)
⭕️Medicine (all over the world)
⭕️International Relations (all over the world)
⭕️Energy (ASEAN countries)
⭕️Nuclear Technologies (all over the world)

To help you every step of the way, we’ve created a straightforward guide that answers all your questions. Download it, and make your application shine! ↘️

The InteRussia fellowship program is implemented with the support of the Presidential Grants Foundation, World Youth Festival Directorate and Rossotrudnichestvo.

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