Robert C. Maynard Institute for Journalism Education

Applications open for new program promoting equity and belonging in journalism

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Vendredi, septembre 9, 2022

OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Robert C. Maynard Institute for Journalism Education, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding diversity in the news media and dismantling structural racism in newsrooms, announced today the launch of the Equity and Belonging Newsroom Transformation Program. The pilot program, funded by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, is an initiative that will pair news organizations with consultants who have a wealth of experience training journalists on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) issues. The goal is to help transform workplace structures, organizational cultures and news coverage to be more inclusive and reflective of the United States.

Key Points: 
  • The Maynard Institute will select two news media organizations to receive five months of embedded coaching on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
  • The second pilot program is open to nonprofit, for-profit and independent news organizations across the country.
  • Applications for the Equity and Belonging Newsroom Transformation Program must be submitted by 11:59 P.M. PDT on Oct. 7.
  • Newsrooms that center the concept of belonging foster innovation, better journalism, and more importantly, the capacity to build or repair relationships with communities.

THE MAYNARD INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES 2022 MAYNARD 200 FELLOWS

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Mercredi, mai 25, 2022

OAKLAND, Calif., May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Robert C. Maynard Institute for Journalism Education, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding diversity in the news media and dismantling structural racism in newsrooms, announced today the recipients of its 2022 Maynard 200 Fellowship. The fellowship is on track to meet its 2023 goal of cultivating 200 media leaders dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in journalism. The program is supported by the Google News Initiative, the Craig Newmark Philanthropies, The Hearthland Foundation, and The McClatchy Foundation. The Fox Corporation is a sponsor for the 2022 program. 

Key Points: 
  • Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University
    The Maynard 200 program continues to strengthen the institute's long-standing partnership with USC Annenberg, bound by a shared commitment to accelerate the career advancement of the next generation of media professionals.
  • For more than 40 years, the Maynard Institute has fought to push back against the systemic lack of diversity in the news industry through training, collaborations and convenings.
  • Founded by Robert C. Maynard, the Institute promotes diversity and antiracism in the news media through improved coverage, hiring and business practices.
  • We are creating better representation in America's newsrooms through our Maynard 200 fellowship program, which gives media professionals of color the tools to become skilled storytellers, empowered executives and inspired entrepreneurs.

MAYNARD 200 JOURNALISM FELLOWSHIP ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS UNTIL MARCH 21ST

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Mercredi, mars 9, 2022

EMERYVILLE, Calif., March 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding the diversity pipeline in the news media and dismantling structural racism in its newsrooms, is accepting applications for its cornerstone Maynard 200 F ellowship .

Key Points: 
  • EMERYVILLE, Calif., March 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding the diversity pipeline in the news media and dismantling structural racism in its newsrooms, is accepting applications for its cornerstone Maynard 200 F ellowship .
  • The Maynard 200 Journalism Fellowship, created to expand diversity in newsrooms, is accepting applications thru March 21
    The 2022 program will be held in-person during the week of June 27th at the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism in Los Angeles, California.
  • Maynard 200 fellows will benefit from tuition-free training and mentorship, plus air travel and lodging expenses will be covered by the Maynard Institute.
  • ABOUT THE MAYNARD 200 FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM:
    Maynard 200 is the cornerstone fellowship program advancing the Maynard Institute's efforts to expand the diversity pipeline in news media and dismantle structural racism in its newsrooms.

Pink Triangle Press names Jennifer McGuire Chief Content Officer

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Mercredi, janvier 5, 2022

TORONTO, Jan. 5, 2022 /CNW/ - Pink Triangle Press (PTP), Canada's leading LGBTQ2S+ media organization, announced today the appointment of Jennifer McGuire as Pink Triangle Press' Chief Content Officer, effective January 4, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Jan. 5, 2022 /CNW/ - Pink Triangle Press (PTP), Canada's leading LGBTQ2S+ media organization, announced today the appointment of Jennifer McGuire as Pink Triangle Press' Chief Content Officer, effective January 4, 2022.
  • "Jennifer McGuire is an innovator with a track record of success particularly with transformational change," says the Executive Director of Pink Triangle Press, David Walberg.
  • McGuire will lead our content teams in Canada and the United States, and all content produced by Pink Triangle Press across its many channels.
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    About Pink Triangle Press( http://www.pinktrianglepress.com ): Pink Triangle Press (PTP) is Canada's leading LGBTQ2S+ media organization.

The Maynard Institute Announces 2021 Maynard 200 Fellowship To Advance Media Professionals Of Color

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Jeudi, février 18, 2021

EMERYVILLE, Calif., Feb. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education [MIJE], a nonprofit dedicated to making newsrooms look like America, has announced it will hold its signature Maynard 200 fellowship program in 2021.

Key Points: 
  • EMERYVILLE, Calif., Feb. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education [MIJE], a nonprofit dedicated to making newsrooms look like America, has announced it will hold its signature Maynard 200 fellowship program in 2021.
  • By emboldening the next generation of leaders in media, the Maynard 200 is facilitating equity and belonging in the newsroom and beyond.
  • "Responding to these seismic shifts, Maynard 200 continues to bolster the authentic voice, leadership power and change agency of professionals of color."
  • The distorted coverage of communities of color influences public policy and the decisions we make in our personal lives.