Characteristics of UK journalists examined in new diversity report
Diversity in journalism has come under scrutiny in a new report published by the NCTJ, examining the characteristics of UK journalists.
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NCTJ announces pioneering outreach project with further education colleges to boost journalism talent pool
The NCTJ has announced a major investment in outreach work to boost recruitment onto accredited courses and provide a bigger talent pool for journalism employers.
Almost a quarter of UK journalists have a work-limiting health condition or disability, reveals new report
Almost a quarter of UK journalists report having a work-limiting health condition or disability, reveals a new NCTJ report examining diversity in journalism to be published next week.
The King’s coronation through the eyes of the UK’s community news reporters
Community reporters have described the “huge privilege” it has been to cover local celebrations for King Charles’s coronation. Reporters in roles created by the Community News Project used the royal occasion to engage with their audiences by reporting on local…
NCTJ launches leadership programme to support editorial managers
The NCTJ is launching an ambitious leadership programme aimed at developing the next generation of editorial leaders.
‘It’s pure love, laughter and passion’ – how Liverpool Echo’s LGBTQ+ community reporter is planning to cover Eurovision
As Liverpool hosts the Eurovision Song Contest, community reporter Paul McAuley tells us how he’s covering celebrations and connecting with LGBTQ+ communities to garner fan reaction.
Reporter who champions social issues in London credits Journalism Diversity Fund for kickstarting her career
A local democracy reporter, who champions social issues in London, has revealed how support from the Journalism Diversity Fund helped kickstart her career.
Student representatives connect with NCTJ team, editors and each other at bespoke virtual Student Council event
Student representatives have been able to meet each other, quiz editors and give feedback to the NCTJ team at a Student Council webinar.
Building trust, airing concerns and showcasing local impact: how community reporters have been keeping pace with strikes
As workers from various industries in the UK’s economy have walked out over pay and conditions, community reporters have been keeping pace with developments and covering the impact on local people.
Industry professionals to come together to examine diversity in journalism and drive for change
Editors, trainers and industry professionals will come together to scrutinise a new report examining diversity in journalism.
How community reporters impressed awards judges with a behind-the-scenes TikTok series and a scoop about Russian gas
After students, trainee and apprentice journalists were honoured at the NCTJ’s Awards for Excellence earlier this month, we take a look at the winners who were working in roles funded by the Community News Project (CNP).
