The Global Journey Toward Democratic Infrastructure
By Keiona Williamson, Journalism Sustainability Director The central question facing journalism today is no longer whether local newsrooms matter to our society. That has been settled. The question is whether journalism can fulfill its democratic role inside an information ecosystem it no longer controls. Across the United States, local news organizations are being asked to […]
Listening to Our Community: LIFT Partners Share 2020 Insights From The Front Lines
By Misty Avila, Program Officer – Civic Engagement “We envision a world where diverse experiences are embraced. Racial disparity accounts for wide gaps in education, health outcomes, and economic opportunity. We critically understand the impact of media and education on our society’s perceptions. We seek to create initiatives that birth new narratives.” – Jamillah Finley, […]
A Message for 2021: It Starts Now
By Priscilla Enriquez, CEO, James B. McClatchy Foundation “I want to leave a personal message, particularly with those here whom I have not had an opportunity to know. My message is that as time goes by, I hope this organization will continue to fight to protect the dreams and hopes of ordinary people. I hope and have […]