Report for the World Expands Support to Newsrooms Across the EU, Reinforcing Commitment to Local Independent Journalism, Sustainability and Innovation Report for the World is pleased to announce its latest expansion in Europe, partnering with four additional newsrooms across the European Union. This marks a continued commitment to building a decentralized global network of local
World Press Freedom Day is a vital reminder of the importance of independent journalism and the essential role a free press plays in society. As we mark the global observance of this day, we recognize the courageous work of corps members who risk their safety to uncover truth, expose injustice, and keep the public informed.
By Alis Okonji Journalism education and training play a fundamental role in shaping the media landscape by forming the new generations of reporters, editors and leaders of the industry, but they can go further. Academic institutions have a unique opportunity to equip journalists and media professionals with knowledge and skills to practice sustainable journalism. A
The East-West Center and Report for the World are pleased to announce the six journalists that have been selected for the Pacific Islands Financial Investigative Reporting and Mentorship Initiative, or the FIRM. This new initiative supports the establishment and expansion of financial investigative reporting units within local newsrooms committed to public service journalism. The selected journalists
By Letícia Duarte, Nathan Tisdale & Wilson Liévano Rain fell relentlessly in several countries of the southern hemisphere this Spring, with Brazil and Kenya enduring some of the worst floods in their history. The extensive loss of life and the destruction of entire neighborhoods has served as a shocking reminder that the consequences of climate
By Alis Okonji Report for the World is pleased to announce the launch of “The Revenue Roadmap: a Guidebook to Diversifying Revenue and Editorial Innovation,” a comprehensive resource developed to equip media leaders with strategies and tools to navigate the evolving landscape of journalism. Produced in partnership with the International Press Institute (IPI), this
Update, May 10, 2024: We have confirmed that journalist Daniel Ojukwu was released by the government today. FIJ investigative reporter is also a Report for the World corps member BOSTON, May 8, 2024—The GroundTruth Project, home to Report for America and Report for the World, joins leading news organizations in demanding the release of Nigerian
By Rory Schmidt Writing for an immigration beat is challenging. Often, migrants refuse to talk with reporters, out of fear of the consequences that could come from sharing their stories. To write the best story possible, an immigration reporter must be strategic. It takes a lot of skill to find immigrants willing to talk, and
By Noreen Gillespie, Microsoft What will the newsroom of the future look like? Today, Microsoft is launching several collaborations with news organizations (including The GroundTruth Project) to adopt generative AI. In a year where billions of people will vote in democratic elections worldwide, journalism is critical to creating healthy information ecosystems, and it is our
APPLY HERE Report for the World once again invites independent news organizations across the globe to join its growing network of host newsroom partners, as it deepens its presence in different regions through editorial collaborations and professional development of its reporting corps. Newsrooms are invited to apply until Feb. 27. They will be asked to