Raising our collective voice during Sunshine Week March 14-20

As journalists, we rely on open government and freedom of information principles to keep the public informed about their government. Too often,...

You Can’t Have Democracy Without A Free Press

There’s a reason we need a free press, despite its faults and foibles: Democracy won’t work without it.

NEFAC Will Honor White House Correspondent at 11th Annual Awards Ceremony on April 21

The New England First Amendment Coalition will present its 2021 Stephen Hamblett First Amendment Award to Yamiche Alcindor, the White House correspondent...

NEFAC Strengthens Advocacy with Additions to Board of Directors

The New England First Amendment Coalition is pleased to announce two additions to its Board of Directors: Judy Meyer, Executive...

Record-Journal Makes E&P List Of News Publishers That Do It Right

Editor & Publisher put out their call several months ago for their annual 10 News Publishers That Do It Right contest. Newsrooms...

Journalism Outlets Need New Social Media Policies

In a recent article for Editor & Publisher Gabe Schneider writes about how journalism outlets need new and better social media policies,...

Maynard 200 Journalism Fellowship Deadline Extended

The Maynard 200 fellowship provides cutting-edge training and year-long mentorship for leaders, storytellers and media entrepreneurs of diverse backgrounds via the expertise...

12 ad copy tips

Once an ad’s graphic design attracts readers’ eyes, it has to say something of value. Otherwise, readers will skip the ad and...

Initiate conversations with your readers

A reader questions your policy for reporting suicides. A retailer challenges your staff to produce timely and relevant business news.  A reporter...

Gain the Skills to Break Local Climate Change Stories

As climate change concerns take on new urgency, newsrooms have had to adjust by incorporating more coverage of environmental change and its impacts. Unfortunately, many...