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.
‘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.
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.
The Community News Project continues to be a “game-changer” for diversifying the journalism industry
With new statistics showing the impact of the Meta-backed scheme, the NCTJ's head of partnerships and projects Will Gore considers how it has opened up new recruitment opportunities.
JDF blog: My Thomas Read bursary work placement with Sky Sports News – Edward Hardy
"Last September, I was awarded the Thomas Read bursary which helped me train for my NCTJ at News Associates in Manchester. As part of the bursary, two weeks work experience at Sky Sports News (SSN) was included and I completed my placement there in February."
JDF blog: my experience of covering the Queen’s death – Noah Keate
"Being able to question people, observe and film footage for the history books was an occasion I won’t forget. For such a saddening news event, the opportunity to cover it was an honour and immensely rewarding."
