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University of Lincoln brings ‘Into Journalism’ project to life with dynamic three-day outreach programme
The University of Lincoln has delivered a three-day programme as part of the NCTJ’s ‘into journalism’ outreach project, giving young people from disadvantaged backgrounds hands-on journalism experience. As one of six education providers awarded a grant from the NCTJ for…
NCTJ publishes Annual Report and Quality Assurance and Standards Committee Report
The NCTJ has today published two annual reports, highlighting the charity’s impact and commitment to quality, trust and diversity in journalism over the past year.
NCTJ Awards for Excellence 2024 shortlist announced
The NCTJ has revealed the shortlist for the prestigious Awards for Excellence, which celebrates the outstanding achievements of journalism students, trainees and apprentices.
Specialist Journalism Diversity Fund bursaries awarded to aspiring journalists
Four NCTJ students have been awarded specialist bursaries awarded through the Journalism Diversity Fund (JDF).
Industry leaders, students and educators gather for NCTJ equality, diversity and inclusion conference
Journalists, students, trainers, and media representatives from across the UK gathered today in London for the NCTJ’s equality, diversity and inclusion conference, in partnership with CNN.
NCTJ welcomes House of Lords report backing more support for journalism training and diversity
The NCTJ has welcomed the Future of News report’s call for government to seek partnership funding for journalism training schemes in the local news sector. The House of Lords Communications and Digital Committee, in a report released today, acknowledges that…
Recruitment begins for six community reporter roles in new Community News Project phase
The NCTJ has opened applications for six new community reporter roles in a further phase of the Community News Project. This initiative, supported by the recently established Community Reporting Fund (CRF), aims to enhance local journalism and promote diversity within…
NCTJ partners with CNN to offer training for aspiring journalists from diverse backgrounds
The NCTJ and CNN have partnered on an innovative scheme to offer an alternative route into journalism for people without prior formal training.
“Democracy dies in darkness.” – Journalism Matters Week 2024
The NCTJ is standing alongside the industry in celebrating Journalism Matters Week 2024. From 28 October to 3 November, the News Media Association’s annual campaign highlights the vital role trusted news media journalism plays in our democratic society. Martin Wolf,…
Outstanding journalists honoured for top results in NQJ exams
The NCTJ has announced the winners of this year’s National Qualification in Journalism (NQJ) awards, celebrating the achievements of outstanding journalists who excelled in the 2023-24 exams. This year, 203 candidates sat the exams across three sittings, with a 66…
