4/ If learning among these folks sounds good, apply for Cohort 3! Join us for a virtual information session on Friday, Jan 23, from 12 - 12:45 p.m. ET to learn more about the program and to ask any questions. π‘
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4/ If learning among these folks sounds good, apply for Cohort 3! Join us for a virtual information session on Friday, Jan 23, from 12 - 12:45 p.m. ET to learn more about the program and to ask any questions. π‘
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3/ Cohort 2 included eight leaders who began their careers in fields such as higher education, HR, politics and for-profit journalism and have since transitioned into nonprofit journalism, serving as founders, CEOs, or leading development and finance.
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2/ The programβs first cohort included six journalists and nine non-profit news leaders who had begun their careers in fields such as tech, healthcare, education, academia, real estate, community foundations, the artsβand even the judiciary.
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1/ π’ Are you a current US-based local nonprofit news leader? Or are you transitioning to the nonprofit news side? The Nonprofit News Business Certificate might be for you. (Applications for Cohort 3 are open until Jan 30)
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13/ β‘ Juan Carlos Simo Burgos, editor in chief and AI adoption leader at @lanacioncom.bsky.social. He is based in π Buenos Aires, Argentina.
The cohort will gather in NYC for an in-person kick off this January. We canβt wait to meet everyone and learn together!
12/ β‘ Meghan Rafferty, vice president of standards at Versant Media. She is based in π Brooklyn, NY, USA.
β‘ Eugenia Richman, vice president of editorial innovation at Penske Media. She is based in π New York, NY, USA.
11/ β‘ Maddalena Maltese, correspondent at Il Sole 24 Ore. She is based in π New York, NY, USA.
β‘ Julia Moak, publisher at Greenpointers. She is based in π Brooklyn, NY, USA.
10/ β‘ Andrew Losowsky (@losowsky.com), director of product and product editor at @calmatters.org. He is based in π New York, NY, USA.
β‘ Jane Mahoney, director of strategic initiatives at @wsj.com. They are based in π New York, NY, USA.
9/ β‘ Yukari Kane (@yukarikane.bsky.social), CEO and editor-in-chief at @prisonjournalism.bsky.social. She is based in π Chicago, IL, USA.
β‘ Michael Krechting, deputy editor-in-chief for digital and development at FUNKE Medien NRW. He is based in π Essen, Germany.
8/ β‘ Amanda Hofmockel, managing editor of audience and innovation at Hearst Connecticut Media Group. She is based in π Norwalk, CT, USA.
β‘ Anna Johnson (@anna-johnson.bsky.social), Washington bureau chief at @apnews.com. She is based in π Washington, DC, USA.
7/ β‘ Christine Glancey (@cglancey.bsky.social), executive editor at @restofworld.org. She is based in π New York, NY, USA.
β‘ Lena Grotticelli, vice president, US at @tag24.com. She is based in π New York, NY, USA.
6/ β‘ Jacob Fries, executive director at @investigatewest.bsky.social. He is based in π Spokane, WA, USA.
β‘ Elisabeth Gamperl (@elisabethgamperl.bsky.social), product manager for new editorial products at dpa. She is based in π Berlin, Germany.
5/ β‘ Rachael Dixon, director of strategic growth, workflow solutions at @apnews.com. She is based in π Stockholm, Sweden.
β‘ Aisha Farrukh Saeed, head of content at The Centrum Media. She is based in π Islamabad, Pakistan.
4/ β‘ Maria Cristerna, deputy editorial director at N+. She is based in π Mexico City, Mexico.
β‘ Vagner de Alencar Silva, director of Journalism at AgΓͺncia Mural. He is based in π SΓ£o Paulo, Brazil.
3/ β‘ Akintunde Babatunde, executive director at the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development. He is based in π Abuja, Nigeria / IA, USA.
β‘ Leandro Camino, senior digital content manager at Telefe. He is based in π Buenos Aires, Argentina.
2/ β‘ Natasha Alford, senior vice president and chief content officer at TheGrio. She is based in π Orange, NJ, USA.
β‘ Noel AlgarΓn, English editor at Centro de Periodismo Investigativo. He is based in π San Juan, Puerto Rico.
1/ π‘π§βπ»We are thrilled to introduce the 23 media executives, strategists, and entrepreneurs from around the world who have been selected for the AI Journalism Lab: Leaders cohort with support from @microsoft.com!
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This 9-month program is powered by a unique collaboration.
It was developed by J+ at the @newmarkjschool of Journalism in partnership with the @theajp.bsky.social and Blue Engine Collaborative, and with support from @knightfndn. Apply today! π
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Want to learn more before applying?
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π’ Applications are NOW OPEN for Cohort 3 of the Nonprofit News Business Certificate, a project-based training for current and future nonprofit news leaders to lead sustainable local news orgs.
Full and partial scholarships are available! β‘οΈ
APPLY BY Jan 30 β
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π£ LAST CALL! Applications for the News Product Management Certification close TONIGHT at 11:59 p.m. ET.
If youβve been thinking about how to strengthen your product leadership and strategy skills, nowβs the moment to take the next step.
APPLY HERE β
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π If you havenβt registered for the AI Community Engagement Lab Showcase on Friday, nowβs the time!
This fast-paced one-hour webinar spotlights journalists who are using AI as a tool to deepen listening, strengthen trust, and better serve their audiences.
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If youβre considering the next step in your product journey, this may help you make your decision:
Financial support is available for local journalists in the U.S., and additional support for those in New Jersey, to apply to the NPMC program. π°
APPLY HERE β
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π YOU'RE INVITED to our upcoming AI Community Engagement Lab Showcase on 11/21 at 11 a.m. ET β
A free, virtual event where alumni will share brief presentations on how theyβre experimenting with AI to enhance community engagement and local newsroom practices.
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π³οΈ Itβs Election Day in the U.S., a reminder of how vital accessible civic information is.
The NPMC program helps global cohorts develop product strategies that reimagine how journalism strengthens civic life.
Join our Info Session on 11/7 to learn more β
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πͺ What does it take to lead innovation in todayβs newsrooms?
The News Product Management Certification (NPMC) program gives mid- to senior-level professionals the tools to do just that.
Join our info session on November 7 to learn more!
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Big news! Applications for the fifth cohort of the News Product Management Certification are OPENπ
Join our info session on November 7 to get the inside scoop on curriculum, alumni stories, application guidance, and much more.
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Our AI Journalism Lab: Leadership alum Rachael Akidi (@rakidi.bsky.social) launched her project from the program! π
The Journovator focuses on media innovation in Africa, exploring how newsrooms are experimenting with digital transformation.
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π FINAL CALL: Applications for the AI Journalism Labs: Leaders and Builders close TONIGHT at 11:59pm ET.
What role will you play in journalism's AI future? Learn more and apply now β
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