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In his Morning Meeting column ([link removed]) on Tuesday, Poynter senior faculty Al Tompkins walks readers through the background and details that led to the Silicon Valley Bank collapse, and reminds us how national news is really local news.
He suggests that journalists take a look at the health of community banks, which typically have less than $10 billion in assets, tend to focus on smaller areas and often serve specialized needs (like farming).
“Community banks also can offer loans to individuals who might not qualify for loans with big banks that do not know the individual or business seeking a loan,” Al wrote. “Community banks are often important corporate community citizens in ways big banks are not.”
It’s a great reminder that financial industry regulations aren’t about some far-away anonymous suits, but our neighbors, coworkers and friends.
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Webinar series, now through Oct. 19
During a series of 90-minute, expert-led webinars, you’ll get tips, sources, inspiration and ideas to cover emerging newsroom beats including:
🤑 The growing reach of private equity (March 2, 16, 30)
🌊 Preparing for climate change (April 6, 13, 27)
💸 Tracking ARPA funds near you (May 4, 18)
🌎 New immigration patterns and challenges (June 8, 15)
🦺 Bringing a community focus to crime reporting (July 13, 20)
✏️ Roy Peter Clark's writing tips for beat reporters (July 27, Aug. 3)
🩺 Health care trends in non-metro areas (Sept. 7, 21)
✅ Misinformation (Oct. 5, 19)
Attend all 18 sessions over eight months or pick the ones you need the most. Sessions are for individual journalists or entire newsrooms, focus on impacting the stories you tell, and open the door for reporting grants up to $20,000. Recordings are available so even if you miss a session, it’s easy to catch up.
Cost: $75 for individuals. Group discounts available.
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Lead With Influence
Two online cohorts: July 10-31 and Nov. 6-27, 2023
The popularity of our Lead With Influence program means we’re offering it twice more in 2023 to two specific groups. Our July session is designed for anyone, while the November session is reserved for women and nonbinary leaders.
This interactive, virtual training is for leaders who manage big responsibilities — such as processes, products or platforms — without direct reports.
Both cohorts meet online for four hours a week on Mondays during their session month.
Apply by June 2 ([link removed]) for the general group and by Oct. 13 ([link removed]) for the women and nonbinary cohort.
Cost: $600.
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Telling Stories of Faith and the Faithful
In person, Tuesday, April 18, Los Angeles, California, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
This program is designed for working journalists — not just religion reporters, but writers, editors, photographers, videographers, producers and others who want a deeper understanding of how faith is among the most important forces shaping our communities.
During a daylong series of speakers, panels and peer work, participants will learn where and how to find faith communities in their coverage area; find connections within those communities to their leaders and citizens; learn how to build source lists and create relationships before news breaks; think through how people of faith (whether religious leaders or believers) can be incorporated into everyday stories; and more.
Cost: Free, with coffee and lunch provided. Register by March 28.
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Online self-directed course, start any time.
TheACES Introductory Certificate in Editing ([link removed]) is a rigorous six-part certificate program that ranges from basics on clarity and verification to deep dives that explain how errors get inserted into copy and how to fact-check online content with the latest techniques. Newly revised and updated for 2023, this program draws together knowledge from some of the nation’s leading editors, fact-checkers and academics for a fast-paced experience that will challenge and entertain you on your quest to becoming a world-class editor.
The first of our three-part certification program, this foundational program will have you polishing copy, sussing out misinformation and developing a sparkling rapport with writers in no time.
Cost: $150. ACES members enjoy a discounted rate of $99, which they can access on the ACES website ([link removed]) inside the membership portal ([link removed]) .
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Level Up: Critical Skills for Local Reporters
Online program, October TBD
We launched this master-class level program for reporters in 2022, and we’re excited to host it again in October 2023. Poynter’sKristen Hare ([link removed]) will lead the program. Registration will open soon. See the 2022 program here ([link removed]) .
Power of Diverse Voices: Writing Workshop for Journalists of Color
In-person program, Nov. 15-18, St. Petersburg, Florida
One of our hallmark programs, this writing workshop will return in 2023. Tom Huang ([link removed]) will lead the program. Applications will open soon. Review the 2022 program page here ([link removed]) .
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In person in St. Petersburg, Florida, April 20-22
This year’s SABEW conference, themed “Navigating beyond the pandemic,” will bring newsmakers, economists and top business journalists together at Poynter to discuss the future of business journalism in a post-pandemic world. Register now ([link removed]) .
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