Call for Application for Blog Writing Training

Blog writing is an important skill that can open many career opportunities. Learning the basics of blog writing can help you become a journalist, writer, or researcher. It also creates opportunities in many other fields. At the SPA Learning Lab, one of our main goals is to inspire and empower youth by giving them the skills they need in writing and research.

This one-month training will be led by experienced bloggers and researchers. Participants will learn the fundamentals of blog writing and personal branding, including:

  • How to choose an interesting topic
  • How to research and reference properly
  • How to handle sensitive issues
  • How to use social media to attract readers to your blog

Course Objectives

Create a safe online space for Somali youth to learn, share ideas, and join global discussions

Provide resources and digital tools to help youth raise awareness on topics often ignored by mainstream media

Teach practical skills and guidelines for writing and promoting blogs

Offer mentorship and inspiration during and after the training

Who Can Apply?

This training is open to everyone, especially those who want to write about personal reflections, experiences, or community issues. It is designed for new and amateur bloggers who need motivation and guidance.

The program is tailored for university graduates and final-year students in Mogadishu who are interested in writing and research. Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

REQUIREMENTS

Undergraduate degree (preferably in social sciences or related fields). Final-year students may also apply.

Good oral and written communication skills

Interest in developing research and analysis skills

Fluency in both English and Somali

FEE

Total fee: $ 60

Payable in two instalments: $30 upfront and $30 by the end of the second week.

Applicants may also choose to pay the full amount at once.

DURATION

FOUR (4) WEEKS

HOW TO APPLY?

Apply for the training by filling out the Registration Form in the below-attached link

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Deadline:

This application will expire on December 28, 2025, at 03:59 pm Mogadishu time, and no submissions beyond the deadline will be considered.

INQUIRIES:

For further inquiry on the course, please contact the organizers on the following contacts:

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