Despite the fact that news consumption has risen to unprecedented levels during the pandemic, more than 50 local newsrooms across the country have closed their doors. But even in this … Learn about this subject.
Investigating AI and Surveillance Technology in Your Community
The use of algorithmic decision-making tools is on the rise across our institutions, from criminal justice and education to public benefits and health care. Take facial recognition as one example: … Learn about this subject.
Reporting as Journalists of Color: Why We Need to Add “Safety” to Our Conversations about Diversity in Our Newsrooms
It seems everyone in journalism is talking about the importance of diversity in the newsroom. What’s missing in the conversation are the specific safety risks journalists of color face; they … Learn about this subject.
Rebuilding Trust in the News Media One Community at a Time
While 84% of Americans believe the news media is vital for democracy, nearly half of those surveyed in a new Gallup/Knight poll said the news media is “very biased,” with … Learn about this subject.
Explaining the Explainer: How to Make Videos that Resonate
You watch video. You love video. But do you know how to make a good video? For organizations that publish direct to platforms, watch time and views are the central … Learn about this subject.
Founders and Firsts: 20 Years of ONA
This year, ONA celebrates 20 years of training, networking and honoring excellence in journalism. We’ve organized a Featured session super-group of ONA all-stars: some of our founders alongside others who … Learn about this subject.
2019’s Tech Trends in Journalism
Amy Webb will launch the latest edition of Future Today Institute’s emerging tech trends for journalists report, providing insights into what trends will impact journalism, what tools are on the … Learn about this subject.
New Iterations in News Philanthropy
While philanthropic giving has long been a part of our news infrastructure, recent iterations present new experiments and proposed new models for funding journalism. We’ll hear from The Seattle Times, … Learn about this subject.
Journalism in the Climate Change Era with Gina McCarthy
Climate change presents enormous public policy challenges worldwide, but in few places are its effects so immediate and acute as the ONA19 host city, New Orleans. Join former EPA Administrator … Learn about this subject.
Global Strategies in the Fight Against Misinformation
Around the world, coordinated campaigns sharing false or misleading information have been targeting election cycles. We’ve assembled an incredible group of global experts who have found successful strategies to quickly … Learn about this subject.