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Estudiantes de la Escuela de Periodismo Indígena, en Bolivia, graban una entrevista en video.

Young Indigenous people in Bolivia are using journalism to reclaim their voices and identity

At the Indigenous Journalism School in southern Bolivia, students are reclaiming their stories through video, radio and social media, countering the neglect of Indigenous voices in mainstream media.

Guilherme Fowler, coordinator of the News Tech study, speaks on stage holding a microphone. Behind him, a presentation slide reads “Laboratory — Niche with high revenue diversification,” with text about innovation and experimentation.

News outlets must evolve to survive, study warns

Brazilian researchers analyzed 187 media outlets worldwide and found that, amid growing dependence on tech companies, news organizations’ survival hinges on aligning their editorial mission with their funding models.

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Power outages deepen information blackout for independent Cuban journalists

Without electricity or internet access, independent journalists and media outlets are struggling to report and cope with the crisis at home.

‘Eternal Student’: Jaime Abello Banfi reflects on 30 years leading the Gabo Foundation

Jaime Abello Banfi's work at the helm of the Gabo Foundation earned him a Special Citation from the Maria Moors Cabot Prize. In an interview with LJR, he discussed the state of journalism, the disillusionment between journalism and audiences and the foundation's future.

Haitian journalist Jocelyn Justin with a visible injury on the right side of his jaw. A medical X-ray of his skull and jaw is visible in the background.

Haitian journalist stranded in Cuba pleads for urgent surgery funds

Nearly a year after surviving a gang attack in Port-au-Prince, reporter Jocelyn Justin remains in Cuba awaiting jaw reconstruction, saying his government has failed to pay for his treatment. Haiti’s health minister cites logistical issues and bad weather for the delay.

Launching nonprofit newsrooms

Free course helps journalists build sustainable nonprofit newsrooms

Over the course of four weeks, students will explore essential steps to identify community needs, develop sustainable revenue models and manage the business side of journalism, all while staying focused on the mission and impact.

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Bolivian press confronts verbal hostility, attacks on women journalists ahead of next elections

As Bolivia prepares to elect a new president, journalists face escalating threats while navigating a polarized landscape shaped by disinformation, political attacks and gender-based aggression.

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These digital outlets in small Brazilian cities are turning news deserts into oases

In Brazil’s small cities, where big media rarely look, small online startups are filling the news gap. They produce vital local journalism but struggle to reach readers and stay financially afloat.

Mexican journalist Isabella Cota poses in front of a white backdrop.

Isabella Cota, Mexican business journalist, wins Cabot for holding economic power to account

Breaking down economic issues for everyday readers, Cota is one of four women to win this year’s Cabot award. “Powerful men hate being questioned by women,” she said.

After exodus of journalists, press defenders in El Salvador also forced into exile

The Salvadoran Journalists Association says it can no longer report attacks on freedom of expression from within the country, citing a law that "criminalizes" them and restricts foreign funding.

Climate Journalism and COP30

Reporting on climate ahead of COP 30: Science and local solutions

In this free course, students will learn to distill complex scientific findings, investigate locally and globally, and combat greenwashing and disinformation.

the Civil Association for Equality and Justice (ACIJ for its initials in Spanish), which works to defend rights and strengthen democracy in Argentina and maintains an active relationship with the media there, have also used ODE in their processes.

Free tool helps journalists clean data faster and with fewer errors

Open Data Editor detects duplicates and empty rows so researchers don’t waste time fixing spreadsheets. In Mexico, one outlet is using it to clean data on land use and the environment.