Last call: Apply to receive $600 in travel support to attend the Independent News Sustainability Summit in Chicago
Fill out the travel stipend request form by Sunday, July 21, at midnight ET.
In an effort to make conference travel more affordable for our members, we’re opening a final call for 2024 Summit travel stipend applications. Applications are due Sunday, July 21, at midnight ET.
We’re awarding a flat stipend of $600 per attendee selected to receive a travel stipend. We aim to notify all selected attendees to receive a travel stipend by July 31 to ensure they have time to arrange flights and book hotels. Stipends will be paid the week following the event, and payment is contingent on checking into the event.
The application to apply for a travel stipend is below and will open on June 27.
Summit 2024 Travel Stipend Application
This first call for Summit travel stipends is now closed. With questions, please contact summit@lionpublishers.com. Thank you!
To apply, you must be a LION member and be traveling to the conference. If you are a local publisher who may need lodging only, please reach out to summit@lionpublishers.com. Check here if you are unsure whether you’re currently a member.
If you have additional questions, please email summit@lionpublishers.com.
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We're heading to San Diego from September 9–11 for our 2026 Independent News Sustainability Summit. Sponsorship opportunities are now available; check out our deck and connect with us at summit@lionpublishers.com to sign on for next year's conference.
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