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ONA19 Welcome Session RSVP: Building a Future for Local News: Meet the Innovators Reimagining Journalism for All Communities Hosted by Knight Foundation
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Sheraton New Orleans 4th Floor - Bayside A+B 500 Canal Street New Orleans, LA 70130
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ONA19 Welcome Session RSVP: Building a Future for Local News: Meet the Innovators Reimagining Journalism for All Communities Hosted by Knight Foundation
At a time when local newspapers are closing their doors and laying off journalists, there are people and projects across the country creating a future for local journalism with new ways to serve their communities. On the eve of ONA19, please join a welcome reception and discussion with local news innovators on how they are providing inspiration and hope for the future of news.
Please note: This event is open to all ONA19 attendee pass types, as well as guests with News Leaders Association conference credentials.
This session is designed for:
- Newsroom leaders interested in learning about new models and methods for the future of news
- Journalists looking for multiple perspectives to report complex stories and engaging community on story sourcing.
- Anyone who values granular data, diverse voices and reporting depth
Speakers:
- Tasneem Raja, The Tyler Loop
- Darryl Holliday, City Bureau
- Jamie Grey, WVUE
- John Thornton, AJP
Moderator:
- Laura Frank, Colorado Media Project
This event is sponsored by Knight Foundation
