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🌟 Industry Spotlight 🌟 Introducing the Bilingual Guide for Journalists Covering Latino and Spanish-Speaking Communities, a powerful toolkit to combat misinformation affecting these communities in the United States. 📘✨ Developed with support from the Reynolds Journalism Institute and Factchequeado, this guide provides 17 practical tools to reduce information deserts and enhance journalism for Latino audiences. 🛠️ Key Highlights: 1️⃣ Understanding why Latino communities are more vulnerable to misinformation. 2️⃣ A map of 17 online tools with step-by-step tutorials and tips for journalists. 3️⃣ Strategies for reaching Latino communities via WhatsApp and social media. 4️⃣ Guidance on appropriate terms for coverage and debunking stereotypes. 5️⃣ Reliable sources on key topics like immigration, health, and climate change. With 63.7 million Latinos in the United States, it’s crucial to ensure they have access to accurate and reliable news. This guide is available in both English and Spanish to support journalists in this mission. 🌍🗞️ Check out the guide in English here: https://lnkd.in/dykjDhgx Check out the guide in Spanish here: https://lnkd.in/d8q8-tbm #Journalism #LatinoCommunities #BilingualGuide #Misinformation #MediaTools

📚 Resource: Check out this insightful report by Marc Gruber for the European Federation of Journalists that analyses the local media landscape in Europe and the role it plays as an essential part of our well-informed society, driving economic viability. It also features testimonies from local journalists and media professionals who explain the benefits and challenges of working on cross-border projects and the business viability of their media outlets. ➡ Access the full report here: https://lnkd.in/dyNXnmGZ #MediaDev

🗞️ Research on the collaboration dynamics between local journalists and international correspondents in Mexico sheds light on the challenges faced by fixers, who often operate in perilous conditions with little recognition. Amidst this, the comprehensive toolkit of the #FixingJournalism initiative not only amplifies the voices of local journalists and fixers but also provides practical recommendations for safer and more equitable collaboration. Read more ⬇️

🔎 "If we understand [...] who are the actors behind [disinformation] and what their motivations are and the way in which they have a business model or an influence agenda, it can help us a lot to develop better strategies to combat disinformation We believe that this regional perspective is necessary to understand the problem. [...] If those who disinform are coordinated at the regional level, we also need to coordinate to combat disinformation more effectively," said Olivia Sohr, from Chequeado, at the 2023 Global Summit on Disinformation. ✅ ❌ Read the full article here by LatAm Journalism Review ⬇️

An interesting panel on the importance of local news and the people and projects giving hope to the future of it. Take a listen. 🎧

New Post: COMESA MEDIA AWARDS – 2024 The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) announces the call for entries for the 2024 COMESA Media Awards. The Award scheme is conducted every year to recognize and reward journalists who have contributed to regional integration by publishing and producing broadcast stories on the subject. Objective of the Awards The objective of the Awards is to promote reporting of COMESA regional integration projects hence raising public awareness, understanding and participation and ownership. The parameters for eligible entries include the following: Relevance: The entry should address economic developmental issues relevant to regional integration such as trade, transport, aviation, energy, […] https://lnkd.in/dHrcfVFY

🗞️A recent study has revealed that the Ukrainian language has gained prominence over its Russian equivalent on various social media platforms. However, the position of the Russian language remains pretty strong. According to the study, this remains because of posts originating in occupied territories and on restricted social networks like Vkontakte and Odnoklasnyki. 🔗Follow us on social media and join the conversation about Eastern Europe. #EuropeanCorrespondent

In 2023, The Isocrates Foundation renewed its partnership with the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network (BIRN) for the "Reporting Democracy" initiative from 2023 to 2025.   "Reporting Democracy" (RD) serves as a pivotal cross-border journalistic platform, launched by BIRN in 2020 with the support of the Isocrates Foundation. Its mission is to foster independent professional journalism that critically examines the state of democracy, issues, trends, and events shaping the future of the region. Through its comprehensive approach, the initiative not only produces insightful articles, interviews, and analyses by its correspondents but also empowers local journalists by commissioning pieces and offering grants for in-depth reporting and investigation.   Since its inception, RD has produced over 900 articles covering 18 European countries. Its dedicated website, "Balkans Insight," has become a significant source of information, attracting more than a million readers and achieving over 1,000 republications and citations across prestigious European media outlets.   The renewed support from the Isocrates Foundation through 2025 will ensure that BIRN's network of journalists receives the necessary financial and editorial backing to continue their invaluable work. It will also enhance opportunities for exchange and collaboration, which are crucial for the initiative's success and impact.   For more information about "Reporting Democracy" and its contributions to the journalistic landscape in Europe, visit: https://lnkd.in/ergAcBw8   #Renewal #ProgramSupport #InvestigationFund #CapacityBuilding #Networking #FieldStrengthening

Before embarking on reporting in the United States, foreign correspondents should thoroughly research and familiarize themselves with the local media landscape. This includes understanding the preferences of American audiences, identifying key media outlets, and recognizing the topics that resonate with readers. With limited resources, foreign correspondents should prioritize stories that are unique, compelling, and directly relevant to American readers. Focusing on human-interest stories, underreported issues, and stories with potential global impact can help captivate the audience and establish credibility. Building partnerships with local media outlets and journalists can be invaluable for foreign correspondents. Collaborative reporting projects can provide access to resources, widen their reach, and facilitate greater understanding of the local context. Read more: https://conta.cc/3YcPecq #foreignpress #journalism #foreigncorrespondents #bestpractices

GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🔥 To all journalists, media professionals, and advocates for press freedom, the International Press Institute is hosting the annual IPI World Congress #IPIWoCo from May 22 to 24 in #Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Join this event for engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and the chance to learn from some of the most respected names in journalism. This event will explore the role of media in addressing the big crises of our time. International Press Institute (IPI) You can book your ticket today to be part of this vital conversation 👉 https://lnkd.in/dBTXzyam But that’s not all. As partners of this event, at Hostwriter, we are offering our network of journalists a chance to win 2 tickets to attend the IPI World Congress #IPIWoCo What do you need to do to participate? 1. You need to be part of our Hostwriter community. If you are not there yet, you can register here: https://lnkd.in/eSPpV48 2. Share a short “success story” of a recent journalistic cross-border collaboration using the hashtag #CrossbordersWithHostwriter and tag us @hostwriter 3. Reshare this post to make sure this opportunity reaches other media professionals. We will announce the winners on April 15th. Until then, you can tell us about your personal experience collaborating and doing cross-border journalism. We are excited to be able to share this opportunity with our fantastic network and offer a chance to be a part of a global conversation about the future of the media. Visit ipi.media to learn more about #IPIWoCo Important to note: The giveaway covers the ticket price for two journalists to attend the event. Travel expenses will need to be covered by the participants themselves. #MediaInnovation #crossborder #collaboration #media #journalism #events #conferences #journalists