The Center for Community Media

The Day is Here! Don't Miss Out! I'm thrilled to lead the #PR strategy for promoting the impactful research by Dr. Amanda Wilkerson. Today, Dr. Wilkerson will share her insights with Black #media and The Center for Community Media audience. Developing a strategy to amplify this research has been rewarding, and I'm excited to see the difference it will make. This session is a must-attend for those who want to understand and engage with young Black voters—an often overlooked demographic. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights. Click the link below to register and listen in. Event Details Appealing to Young Black Voters August 22, 2024 3 - 4:00 pm What You'll Learn The true identity of Black youth voters, including their priorities and concerns Innovative strategies to boost political engagement within HBCU environments Join us in exploring how we can better serve and engage with young Black voters. Let's make an impact together! #BlackVoters #HBCU #MediaStrategy #CommunityImpact #PublicRelations

The Democratic National Convention kicked off yesterday in Chicago and there was no shortage of community media coverage from the Chicagoland area and beyond! We're keeping track over on Twitter/X with a thread for those interested in checking out how hyperlocal and ethnic media are experiencing this massive gathering for candidates VP Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. #dnc #dnc2024 #dnc24 #chicago #hyperlocalnews #localnews #communitymedia https://lnkd.in/gifK7Mec

Excited to lead the PR strategy for Dr. Amanda Wilkerson's groundbreaking research on "The Other Black Voter". Young Black voters are pivotal in this election cycle, yet they are often overlooked by traditional media. Join The Center for Community Media for an insightful session exploring political socialization and innovative engagement strategies for young Black voters, especially within HBCU environments. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of Black youth voters' identities and the media's role in shaping their political views. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e36xT7dH

AI is reshaping media landscapes across the board. We spoke with three community media leaders ⬇️ about how they are currently leveraging AI for impact. Here are five key takeaways from the Black Media Futures panel we held earlier this year: 1) Ethical considerations are front and center, with panelists emphasizing transparency in AI use and the critical role of human oversight. 🌐🤔 2) Small newsrooms are supercharging productivity with AI for tasks like copy editing, image generation, and social media content creation. 🤖📝 3) Various tools are being used to boost audience engagement and potentially increase ad revenue through enhanced content production and targeting capabilities. 📈💡 4) But, AI isn't just for content - it's a Swiss Army knife for business ops! From pitch development to competitor analysis, AI is streamlining backend processes. 🏗️🔧 5) In some ways, AI is leveling the playing field, enabling Black-owned outlets to compete with larger media houses despite limited resources. 💼🔍 6) Looking ahead, panelists envision AI democratizing media production and urge Black media to develop their own AI technologies to maintain a competitive edge. 🔮👥 BONUS: As AI capabilities expand, protecting brand identity becomes crucial. Panelists emphasize maintaining a unique voice and community connection. 🔐🆔 These insights are just the tip of the iceberg! Special thanks to Vania André (Haitian Times), Lafayette Barnes (The Washington Informer) and Paris Brown (The Baltimore Times) for sharing their wisdom and experience with The Center for Community Media.

AI is reshaping media landscapes across the board. We spoke with three community media leaders ⬇️ about how they are currently leveraging AI for impact. Here are five key takeaways from the Black Media Futures panel we held earlier this year: 1) Ethical considerations are front and center, with panelists emphasizing transparency in AI use and the critical role of human oversight. 🌐🤔 2) Small newsrooms are supercharging productivity with AI for tasks like copy editing, image generation, and social media content creation. 🤖📝 3) Various tools are being used to boost audience engagement and potentially increase ad revenue through enhanced content production and targeting capabilities. 📈💡 4) But, AI isn't just for content - it's a Swiss Army knife for business ops! From pitch development to competitor analysis, AI is streamlining backend processes. 🏗️🔧 5) In some ways, AI is leveling the playing field, enabling Black-owned outlets to compete with larger media houses despite limited resources. 💼🔍 6) Looking ahead, panelists envision AI democratizing media production and urge Black media to develop their own AI technologies to maintain a competitive edge. 🔮👥 BONUS: As AI capabilities expand, protecting brand identity becomes crucial. Panelists emphasize maintaining a unique voice and community connection. 🔐🆔 These insights are just the tip of the iceberg! Special thanks to Vania André (Haitian Times), Lafayette Barnes (The Washington Informer) and Paris Brown (The Baltimore Times) for sharing their wisdom and experience with The Center for Community Media.

A ground-breaking diversity audit conducted across New Jersey newsrooms reveals significant disparities in journalist representation. Initiated by the Center for Cooperative Media and conducted by researchers at Denver University, the audit highlights the urgent need for inclusive hiring practices and coverage that reflects the diverse communities served. While New Jersey boasts a rich cultural tapestry, this diversity is not mirrored in its media landscape. Addressing these gaps will enable newsrooms to better serve their audiences and contribute to more equitable and accurate reporting. This essential initiative underscores the importance of diversity in media to enhance trust, engagement, and community relevance. Read more and request a copy of the report at the link below and consider sharing it to support a more inclusive NJ media environment. #diversity #localnews #newjersey #report #equity #dei #survey https://lnkd.in/eAu3nH4B

🌟 No te pierdas el próximo webinar de la Serie Pivot Publisher! 👇🏽 🗓 Viernes, 16 de agosto de 2024, 1 pm EDT Parte del trabajo de una redacción de noticias es contrarrestar la desinformación. Sin embargo, a diferencia de las noticias de última hora, los periodistas no tienen que esperar a que ocurra la desinformación para reaccionar. En esta era de inteligencia artificial y deepfakes, existen técnicas para anticipar la desinformación y educar a la audiencia para que la reconozca. En este webinar, líderes de tres organizaciones de verificación de hechos compartirán consejos valiosos para que las redacciones locales puedan combatir la desinformación antes, durante y después de que ocurra. Esta formación es esencial no solo para las elecciones presidenciales de 2024, sino también para la cobertura de elecciones locales. 🔍 Panelistas: Laura Zommer, cofundadora y CEO de Factchequeado Carlos Chirinos, editor político senior y director de elDetector en Univision Noticias Miriam Valverde, editora adjunta de PolitiFact 🎤 Moderadora: MONICA PIRELA, CEO de NotiVisión Georgia ¡Asegúrate de inscribirte y prepárate para fortalecer tu redacción contra la desinformación! REGISTER TODAY! 👉🏽 https://lnkd.in/eD77di7v The webinar will be in Spanish. The following week, registrants will receive summaries and transcripts in Spanish and English. #Webinar #Desinformación #Periodismo #FactChecking #Elecciones2024

So proud to house the Asian Media Initiative! More often than not we see that large and affinity journalism organizations are not inclusive spaces for dedicated community media journalists. They are often focused on broadcast and national digital outlets and/or do not see the inherent importance and service of community media in a time of mainstream media budget cuts, disinformation, threats to democracy and public health, and loss of trust in the fourth estate - so it is especially heartwarming to be recognized by the Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) this year. We hope to continue to advocate for community media publishers who work tirelessly to serve and lead their communities!

Asian American community media journalists experience unique threats to their safety and press freedom. They face surveillance and censorship both from the U.S. and from overseas governments, and endure harassment and repression both from within and from outside of their communities. On July 30, the Asian Media Initiative is hosting a forum on Safety and Press Freedom within AAPI Media, bringing AAPI community journalists into dialogue with experts on surveillance, transnational repression, press freedom, and journalist safety. Join us: https://lnkd.in/dJfSCUkP If you are an AAPI community media journalist and would like to share your experiences anonymously, please fill out this short questionnaire: https://lnkd.in/du4T43_4 NOTE: Given the sensitivity of this topic, this session will NOT be recorded.