NCTJ’s Journalism Diversity Fund reaches 700 bursaries during 20th anniversary year
The Journalism Diversity Fund has awarded its 700th bursary during its 20th anniversary year
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Community reporter Grace Price reflects on training, community journalism and finding her voice
Community News Project reporter Grace Price shares her experience of balancing NCTJ exams with full-time reporting and building relationships with local communities.
Government approves funding for level 6 journalist apprenticeship following NCTJ escalation
The government has confirmed a £14,000 funding band for the revised Level 6 Journalist Apprenticeship Standard, following NCTJ escalation over a delay of nearly nine months that had stalled recruitment and created uncertainty for employers and trainees. In a…
“You never know what will land in your lap”: Emily Gray on her first year in the Community News Project
Community news reporter Emily Gray has marked her first year at the Newcastle Chronicle with a record month for online engagement, a growing portfolio of human-interest stories and increasing responsibility in the newsroom. Emily joined the Chronicle as a Community…
NCTJ connects with students to discuss training, assessments and the future of journalism
Around 50 student representatives from NCTJ-accredited courses across the UK came together at the Financial Times in London today for the NCTJ Student Council. The Student Council brings together students and apprentices elected by their peers to represent the views…
NCTJ celebrates journalism apprenticeships for National Apprenticeship Week 2026
The NCTJ is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2026 by highlighting the role journalism apprenticeships play in developing skills, opening doors, and supporting a more diverse and resilient news industry. Journalism apprenticeships offer a practical and accessible route into the profession,…
NCTJ launches latest action plan to support journalist safety and resilience
The NCTJ has launched an action plan to strengthen the safety and resilience of journalists across their careers. Building on its existing work to support journalists in the field and online, the plan sets out the NCTJ’s priorities for the year ahead, following…
Shortlist announced ahead of NCTJ Awards for Excellence in Brighton
The NCTJ Awards for Excellence will take place at the Brighton Dome on Tuesday, 24 March 2026.
NCTJ returns to Financial Times for Student Council 2026
Student representatives from NCTJ-accredited courses across the UK will come together for the NCTJ’s Student Council 2026. Representatives, elected by their peers, will gather at the Financial Times in London for the all-day event. They will have the opportunity to…
ITN announced as new Journalism Diversity Fund supporter
ITN, which includes ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5, has joined more than 20 organisations as a backer of the Journalism Diversity Fund (JDF), helping make a career in journalism more accessible for a wider range of candidates. ITN has…
NCTJ publishes Annual Report highlighting commitment to quality, trust and diversity in journalism
This year’s Annual Report underscores the NCTJ’s dedication to attracting, qualifying, and developing outstanding journalists from all walks of life during a period of significant change for the industry. Joanne Forbes, NCTJ chief executive, says the charity’s reach, influence and…
