At The Pivot Fund, we believe journalism can be a tool for healing as well as for truth-telling — especially when covering topics as sensitive and urgent as domestic violence. That’s why we partnered with the Blue Shield of California Foundation to produce a webinar aimed at strengthening trauma-informed reporting practices across the country. Together,Continue reading “Reporting on Domestic Violence: Storytelling with Care Webinar Takeaways”
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Empowering Communities in Crisis: Spanish-Language Newsrooms on the Frontlines
In today’s rapidly shifting political landscape—where misinformation, fear, and policy uncertainty ripple through immigrant communities—Spanish-language newsrooms are doing far more than reporting the news. They are stepping in where traditional media falls short—not just to report, but to deliver essential tools, guidance, and support. In a recent webinar hosted by The Pivot Fund, three newsroomContinue reading “Empowering Communities in Crisis: Spanish-Language Newsrooms on the Frontlines”
Reporting responsibly on immigration policies and issues in times of crisis
In a recent webinar on immigration reporting hosted by The Pivot Fund and Latinas Represent, we brought together journalists, policymakers, and advocates to foster dialogue, promote inclusive immigration narratives, and shape policies that strengthen democracy.
Pivot Publisher Series | Cómo inocular a su audiencia contra la desinformación electoral
Part of a newsroom’s job is to counter mis- and disinformation—but unlike breaking news, journalists don’t have to wait for misinformation to happen to respond. Even in the era of AI and deepfakes, there are strategies to anticipate falsehoods and equip audiences to recognize them. In a recent webinar, leaders from three leading fact-checking organizationsContinue reading “Pivot Publisher Series | Cómo inocular a su audiencia contra la desinformación electoral”
Pivot Publisher Series: Effectively Stewarding Donors
Kaylan Martin, principal of Blue Umbrella Strategies, and Kimberly Griffin, co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Mississippi Free Press, joined The Pivot Fund’s Kimberly Spencer for an insightful webinar on mastering donor stewardship strategies. The trio delved into the art of donor engagement with a focus on hyperlocal newsrooms and fundraisers of color, both facingContinue reading “Pivot Publisher Series: Effectively Stewarding Donors”
Multicultural Media and Correspondents Association honors “2024 Sheroes in Media”
Tracie Powell is among the 2024 Sheroes in Media honorees.
The Pivot Publisher Series: How to smartly build capacity and organizational design
Who do you need on your team? The hiring process can be daunting, and making the right choices about who to bring on board—and when—can have a major impact on your newsroom. In our recent conversation, Zuri Berry, The Baltimore Banner’s digital strategy editor; Lisa Snowden, co-founder and editor-in-chief of the Baltimore Beat; Susan GluckContinue reading “The Pivot Publisher Series: How to smartly build capacity and organizational design”
The Pivot Publisher Series: The Future of Civic News & Information for Black Audiences
In the latest Pivot Publisher Series episode, The Kansas City Defender’s Ryan Sorrell, AfroLA’s Dana Amihere, and Haitian Times’ Garry Pierre-Pierre shared innovative strategies to reach Black audiences and deliver news they can use, including impactful community-based programs, surveys, and social media approaches. The founders also explored the (sometimes complicated) relationship between digital startups andContinue reading “The Pivot Publisher Series: The Future of Civic News & Information for Black Audiences”
The Pivot Publisher Series: Preparing for Transitions: Succession Planning
The Pivot Publisher Series was created to equip hyperlocal BIPOC publishers and news leaders with tools, strategies, and tactics to support their growth and continued success. Each month, the series brought together industry experts, experienced publishers, and newsroom leaders to share best practices on topics ranging from organizational design to hiring top talent and more.Continue reading “The Pivot Publisher Series: Preparing for Transitions: Succession Planning”
