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Diversity & Solidarity in Media

Online

A conversation on what meaningful diversity in Canadian media looks like and the solidarity movement that’s leading the way.

Free

When the Press Badge Doesn’t Protect You

Online

There have been over 470 incidents involving press during recent protests. This online program will offer firsthand accounts of such attacks as well as commentary on the incidents during the protests.

Free

Media Trust Webinar Series for College Students: Public perception of the press

Since the 1970s, there has been a steady decline in how favourably the public views the press, a drop from about 72% of Americans who said they trust it a great deal or fair amount in 1977 to 41% last year, according to Knight-Gallup polling. We will explore the reasons for this, why it's concerning.

Free

#ICTalks: A Conversation With The World Affairs Council

Zoom Video Webinar

We will discuss how this organization with roots going back 100 years connects foreign and local affairs in more than 90 cities around the United States makes foreign affairs less foreign. They will discuss how they bring international issues to local audiences without ever leaving their hometowns.

Free

Being heard: How to use your voice so people listen

Zoom Video Webinar

Everyone has an opinion, but not everyone expresses their views with power and impact. Some voices rise and echo, and others never penetrate the noise that surrounds us. Having an important platform — like the New York Times or L.A. Times — can amplify perspectives.

Free

Freelance Breaking News: Promises and Pitfalls

Zoom Video Webinar

Before the novel coronavirus hit, most national media outlets only hired local journalists to cover breaking news until their staff crews could rush to a scene. Now, in the age of the COVID-19 pandemic, many news directors are turning to local independent journalists for coverage, trusting freelance reporters and photographers to supply continuing on-the-spot news.

Free