New England Newspaper & Press Association

Join Poynter’s Kelly McBride and Sitara Nieves as they host David McCraw, Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at The New York Times and Victoria Baranetsky,General Counsel at the Center for Investigative Reporting (d/b/a Mother Jones/Reveal), for an in-depth discussion on safeguarding journalism amidst escalating legal challenges. Get answers to your most pressing questions and identify the best practices from experts on the frontlines of journalism defense. This free 75 minute session takes place at 1 p.m. Eastern on April 7, and will include a Q&A.

Are you a dedicated news professional currently navigating the changing landscape of the industry? Is your newsroom’s toxic environment wearing you down? Do you wrestle with whether to embrace or be cautious about AI? Are you contemplating a career pivot due to corporate layoffs, or are you striving to reach the next level in your career? Perhaps you’re stuck in a cycle of relentless stress, sacrificing personal relationships and well-being to stay on top of breaking news, all while struggling to find that elusive work-life balance. Or maybe you want to ask the boss for a raise or some time off. If any of this resonates, join us for an insightful webinar designed to help journalists harness coaching as a powerful tool for success.

SPJ recognizes that the time has come to prioritize self-care and wellness in journalism. In this engaging session, Aquiline Coaching’s Founder, Stephanie Cassidy, will share how coaching is transformative and a leading-edge resource for journalists.

Key Takeaways:
– Understanding Coaching
– The Need for Coaching in News
– Benefits for Companies and Organizations

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the role of coaching for your personal and professional development. Whether you’re an individual seeking support through coaching or if you work at a company committed to the self-care and wellness of its industry professionals, this webinar will provide the knowledge and tools you need to make the right decision for you and your employees.

This is an intro to our webinar series with Aquiline Coaching, open to both SPJ members and non-members. To participate in future Aquiline offerings, visit spj.org to become an SPJ member.

Maritza L. Félix will share how she built Conecta Arizona — a Spanish-language news service that connects communities along the U.S.-Mexico border. What began as a WhatsApp group during the pandemic has grown into a multi-platform news organization, reaching audiences through social media, newsletters, WhatsApp, and podcasts.

You will get essential takeaways on:

• Building trusted channels: How to create accessible, community-driven media platforms that reach underserved audiences.
• Fighting misinformation and reclaiming narratives: Strategies to identify, debunk, and prevent the spread of false information while restoring accurate and authentic community stories.
• Local journalism today: Exploring the challenges and opportunities for journalists in the current political and media landscape.
• Empowering BIPOC publishers: Lessons, tools, and resources to enhance impact, ensure safety and promote sustainability.

When reporting on sensitive public health issues, it can be difficult to find a way into the communities you’re covering. Often, the best way to learn what’s at stake is to connect with community health workers who are on the frontlines of local issues, have earned the trust of those they serve, and can act as a liaison to potential sources.

Join the National Press Club Journalism Institute from noon to 12:30 p.m. ET Tuesday, April 29 for journalists to learn to engage community health workers while respecting privacy issues that may arise in their work.

This program is part of the Institute’s inaugural Public Health Reporting Fellowship, funded by the Common Health Coalition. It’s being opened to the public at no cost.