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On this World Press Freedom Day ([link removed]) , we celebrate and assess the democratic necessity of a free press worldwide. Poynter is proud to stand united with journalists and media professionals around the globe under this year’s theme “journalism under digital siege ([link removed]) .”
We don’t have to scroll too deep in our DMs to see how today’s relentless surge of online misinformation stokes hate, endangers the integrity of journalism and diminishes the public’s trust in the media.
But, Trevor Noah said it best at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on Saturday.
“Every single one of you, whether you like it or not, is a bastion of democracy. And if you ever begin to doubt your responsibilities — how meaningful it is — look no further than what’s happening in Ukraine. Journalists are risking and even losing their lives to show the world what’s really happening.”
Thank you. We see you. We appreciate you. And we’re dedicated to ensuring you have the resources you need to keep bringing truth to light. Check out our latest opportunities below.
— Andrew DeLong, director of teaching operations
P.S. Speaking of the free press, Politico's Roe v. Wade scoop is unprecedented ([link removed]) , and Poynter's Kelly McBride writes that it leaves some lingering ethics questions ([link removed]) . This is helpful context for all other news organizations covering this story!
NEW AND UPCOMING
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Summit for Reporters and Editors
Online group seminar, July 7-23

In a 24/7 news cycle, how do you build the skills to report, write and edit stories that connect with your audience? And how can editors and reporters collaborate more effectively?
Throughout six days of online training and personalized coaching spread over three weeks, our team of award-winning journalists and educators will show you how digital approaches and narrative writing can transform your work, whether it’s a quick-turn story or a major project.
Interested? Make sure you read this Q&A with lead faculty Tom Huang ([link removed]) about what makes a strong application.
Cost: $700. Apply by June 17.
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A Journalist’s Guide to Covering Jails – Memphis
In-person workshop, July 21-22, Memphis, Tennessee


Focus on understanding the causes and consequences of local jail incarceration and explore ways that local communities are addressing the issue. In this two-day workshop, data-driven presentations, first-person perspectives and big picture conversations will be balanced with opportunities to talk, connect and think deeply about jails and justice.
👀 Read how this workshop influenced the second season of “Sick,” ([link removed]) a podcast about what goes wrong in the places meant to keep us healthy.
Cost: Free, thanks to the MacArthur Foundation Safety and Justice Challenge. Apply by June 1.
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Understand U.S. Immigration From the Border to the Heartland
Self-directed course, start anytime
Whether you’re looking to diversify your sources, tell more nuanced stories about your community, uncouple political rhetoric from policy proposals or simply level up as a well-rounded reporter, this in-depth immigration course is for you.
Gain a thorough understanding of immigration and immigrants in the United States, as well as the skills and resources to produce strong, accurate storytelling.
Cost: Free, thanks to support from the Catena Foundation.
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Teachapalooza: Front-Edge Teaching Tools for College Educators
Online or in-person program, St. Petersburg, Florida, June 10-12
Now in its 12th year, Teachapalooza is the place to catch up, power up and reignite your passion for teaching. Join us for three fast-paced days of relevant, cut-to-the-chase learning for journalism educators.
Sessions include a real-life focus group, which you can observe and then discuss how it can impact your teaching. You'll explore how to teach freelancing, from how to pitch and the finances of a career as a freelancer. You'll also get to ask Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporters their tips for your students.
Cost: $199. Few in-person seats remain!
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ALUMNI NEWS AND MOVES
🎉 Delano Massey will become Axios Local's new managing editor ([link removed]) as it expands into 14 new markets. Congrats to this Leadership Academy for Diversity in Media alum ([link removed]) !
🏅 Yay for Roxanna Scott, the new executive editor and vice president of USA Today Sports ([link removed]) ! She trained with us back in 2009 for the Poynter Sports Summit IV. In this role, she will work closely with 500 sports journalists across the network for major sporting events.
🎊 Emily Brown, a 2018 Leadership Academy for Women in Media alumna ([link removed]) and graduate of our Power Up series last year ([link removed]) , also got a new leadership role at USA Today. She has been named managing editor of platforms and programming. Nice work!
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LEADERSHIP
Lead With Influence
Online group seminar, Oct. 3-24
Demonstrate leadership without formal authority and use your social capital to lead with influence. Cost: $600. Apply by Sept. 2 ([link removed]) .
Essential Skills for Rising Newsroom Leaders
In-person, St. Petersburg, Florida, Dec. 12-16
Focus on critical skills new managers need on their paths to leadership in journalism, media and technology. Cost: $1,500. Apply by Oct. 14 ([link removed]) .
REPORTING, WRITING & EDITING
How to Develop Stories from 2020 Census Data
Self-directed course, start anytime
Access and analyze data from the 2020 census. Cost: Free. Enroll now ([link removed]) .
A Journalist’s Guide to Covering Jails – Minneapolis
In-person workshop, Minneapolis, Sept. 8-9
Go beyond covering daily spot news to dig deeper and write enterprise stories. Cost: Free. Apply now ([link removed]) .
FACT-CHECKING
Fight Misinformation on WhatsApp
Grant opportunity for fact-checkers
Receive up to $50,000 to launch, innovate and scale fact-checking solutions on the world’s largest messaging app. Proposals due May 13. Learn more ([link removed]) .
Global Fact 9
Online and in-person summit, Oslo, Norway, June 22-25
Discuss the state and future of fact-checking with creators, consumers and champions of fact-based reporting. Tickets: $100-$350. Register here ([link removed]) .
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ONE MORE THING
Poynter seeks US-based newsrooms to participate in pilot project fighting online harassment
The program, Expert Voices Together ([link removed]) , uses evidence-based research to develop a program of best practices for reacting when journalists are threatened, abused or harassed online.
To apply, please send a brief letter that includes a short description of your newsroom (size, target audience, types of journalists) and why you are interested in the project. Please email letters of interest by Wednesday, May 4, 2022, to Erin Sedita, Expert Voices Together’s project manager, at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) . Finalists will be contacted for interviews by May 9.

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Andrew DeLong
Andrew DeLong is the director of teaching operations at Poynter. He shares tips, training and resources to transform your journalism.
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