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Google joins IPTC, the global standards body of the news media

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

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LONDON, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After many years of working together in various areas related to media metadata, IPTC , the global technical standards body of the news media, today announces that Google LLC has joined IPTC as a Voting Member.

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LONDON, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After many years of working together in various areas related to media metadata, IPTC , the global technical standards body of the news media, today announces that Google LLC has joined IPTC as a Voting Member.
As a Voting Member, Google will take part in all decisions regarding IPTC standards and delegates will contribute to shaping the standards as they evolve.
"We look forward to working together with Google on our shared goals of making information usable and accessible."
In 2016, the IPTC was a recipient of a Google News Initiative grant to develop the EXTRA rules-based metadata classification engine .

Google joins IPTC, the global standards body of the news media

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

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LONDON, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After many years of working together in various areas related to media metadata, IPTC , the global technical standards body of the news media, today announces that Google LLC has joined IPTC as a Voting Member.

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LONDON, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After many years of working together in various areas related to media metadata, IPTC , the global technical standards body of the news media, today announces that Google LLC has joined IPTC as a Voting Member.
As a Voting Member, Google will take part in all decisions regarding IPTC standards and delegates will contribute to shaping the standards as they evolve.
"We look forward to working together with Google on our shared goals of making information usable and accessible."
In 2016, the IPTC was a recipient of a Google News Initiative grant to develop the EXTRA rules-based metadata classification engine .

Inaugural CJF-Narcity News Creator Fellows Announced

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

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TORONTO, March 6, 2024 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) is proud to announce the six inaugural recipients of the CJF-Narcity News Creator Fellowships , offered in partnership with Narcity Media Groups.

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TORONTO, March 6, 2024 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) is proud to announce the six inaugural recipients of the CJF-Narcity News Creator Fellowships , offered in partnership with Narcity Media Groups.
"I'm very pleased with the group of applicants for this inaugural fellowship," says Jackie Vandinther, News Creator Fellowship Manager at Narcity Media Group.
The 2024 fellows will be recognized at the CJF Awards ceremony on June 12 at the Fairmont Royal York in Toronto.
The CJF-Narcity News Creator Fellowship jury members are:
Susan Harada (chair) Associate Professor, School of Journalism and Communication, Carleton University;
Cision is the exclusive distribution partner of the CJF.

NNPA Employs Mark Thompson as Global Digital Transformation Director

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Monday, January 8, 2024

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Mark "Make It Plain" Thompson, NNPA Global Digital Transformation Director.
Now, in his role as the new NNPA Global Digital Transformation Director, he is poised to drive a new era of innovation, guiding member publishers through the intricate landscape of digital transformation and content distribution.
We look forward to working as a team, and I’m very honored to invite Mark to join the NNPA’s national staff as a full-time Global Digital Transformation Director.
“The acquisition of Mark Thompson as the Global Digital Transformation Director will greatly enhance not only what we do in 2024 in the digital and print space, but also as we approach the 200th anniversary of the Black Press of America in 2027, we are all grateful that Mark Thompson has agreed to join the NNPA for this vital and transformational objective.”
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CJF announces $200,000 bursary program for journalism students

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023

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TORONTO, Dec. 27, 2023 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF), in partnership with J-Schools Canada-Écoles-J Canada (JSC-ÉJC) and the Google News Initiative, today launched the $200,000 Next-Generation Journalists Bursary Program.

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TORONTO, Dec. 27, 2023 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF), in partnership with J-Schools Canada-Écoles-J Canada (JSC-ÉJC) and the Google News Initiative, today launched the $200,000 Next-Generation Journalists Bursary Program.
For many students, the costs of education while gaining real world experience in their chosen field can be prohibitive.
The one-year bursary program will help reduce participatory barriers by providing financial support of up to $5,000 for journalism students looking to pursue career development opportunities and find meaningful employment upon graduation.
The bursary is open to full- or part-time students in a journalism degree or diploma program offered by a JSC-ÉJC member.

CJF launches CJF-Narcity News Creator Fellowship

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Monday, December 11, 2023

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TORONTO, Dec. 11, 2023 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF), in partnership with Narcity Media Group, today launched the new CJF-Narcity News Creator Fellowship dedicated to nurturing the growth of emerging video storytelling talent.

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TORONTO, Dec. 11, 2023 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF), in partnership with Narcity Media Group, today launched the new CJF-Narcity News Creator Fellowship dedicated to nurturing the growth of emerging video storytelling talent.
Sponsored by YouTube Canada and the Google News Initiative, the fellowship is dedicated to supporting the growth of emerging video storytelling talent.
"At the CJF, we deeply appreciate the vital role local news creators play in shaping our media landscape," says CJF President and Executive Director Natalie Turvey.
The 2024 fellows will be recognized at the CJF Awards ceremony on June 12 at the Fairmont Royal York in Toronto.

Alliance for Women in Media Honors Eight Female Leaders at the Gracies Leadership Awards

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) hosted the Gracies Leadership Awards luncheon, on Monday, November 13 at Tribeca 360° in New York City, recognizing the outstanding contributions of eight remarkable female leaders. This year, the event ushered in a new era featuring the Inaugural Gracies Icon Award recipient, Delilah, who's inspiring life and career was highlighted with a captivating fireside chat alongside Erica Farber, President & CEO, Radio Advertising Bureau (RAB).

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NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) hosted the Gracies Leadership Awards luncheon, on Monday, November 13 at Tribeca 360° in New York City, recognizing the outstanding contributions of eight remarkable female leaders.
The eight honorees represent a diverse array of talents and achievements across various media platforms, ranging from broadcasting to digital media.
Their stories serve as an inspiration to aspiring female leaders, including students attending as part of the Google News Initiative Fellowship, encouraging them to break barriers and make a lasting impact.
Sponsors of the event include: Audacy, Clear Channel Outdoor, Cumulus Media, ESPN, Exponent, Google News Initiative, Katz Media Group, KPMG, NBC Universal News Group, NCTA-The Internet & Television Association, Warner Bros.

Chicago’s La Raza Named the Best Spanish Weekly in the USA by the National Association of Hispanic Publications

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

La Raza , the leading Spanish-language information source and newspaper in Chicago, was recognized for its achievements in print media by the National Association of Hispanic Publications (NAHP).

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La Raza , the leading Spanish-language information source and newspaper in Chicago, was recognized for its achievements in print media by the National Association of Hispanic Publications (NAHP).
Among its recognitions, La Raza was awarded ‘Outstanding Spanish-language weekly’ in the United States and Jesús Del Toro, Director of La Raza, was named 'Latino Publisher of the Year'.
“La Raza is Chicago's most recognized Spanish-language publication and we are proud of our commitment to our community.
In 2023, it received a Gold Award for Outstanding Spanish Language Weekly Newspaper by the National Association of Hispanic Publications.

Internationally-Acclaimed Journalists Siyabulela Mandela, Nohza Ben Mohamed Albouchi, Mustapha Dumbuya, Shogofa Danish and Beatrice Senadju Announced As Keynote Speakers For The 2023 Journalists For Human Rights Gala Event

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Monday, October 30, 2023

"We are extremely grateful to all our donors, patrons, and partners for supporting us at this year's gala.

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"We are extremely grateful to all our donors, patrons, and partners for supporting us at this year's gala.
Hosted by Devo Brown, a host and personality that can be seen on Breakfast Television, Night for Rights 2023 will feature JHR's Tunisia Nohza Ben Mohamed Albouchi as one of the keynote speakers.
Afghan Journalist, Shogofa Danish worked in media for almost eight years, before coming to Canada through JHR's Meta Fellow program.
As another keynote, Shogofa will share the story of this move and its impact on her life and career.

Chicago’s La Raza Newspaper Celebrates Its 53rd Anniversary

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

La Raza , Chicago’s most recognized Spanish-language weekly newspaper, celebrates its 53rd anniversary reporting on key issues and relevant news to the Latino community across its print and digital properties.

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La Raza , Chicago’s most recognized Spanish-language weekly newspaper, celebrates its 53rd anniversary reporting on key issues and relevant news to the Latino community across its print and digital properties.
According to the LatinoLytics/NAHP 2022 survey, 97% of the survey participants consider La Raza to be the best source or a good source of local news.
As part of its 53rd anniversary, La Raza has launched a redesigned version of its digital newsletter.
As part of Impremedia, La Raza is proud to be the most trusted source of news and information for Chicago Latinos.