Public Media Meet-ups for Every Voice

Public media thrives on diverse voices and shared stories. But navigating the industry's challenges can feel like you're in it alone. That's where our affinity-based virtual meet-ups come in.

From news directors to rising stars, from small station champions to LGBTQ+ and Black journalists leading the charge, we're building bridges between colleagues who share similar passions and experiences.

Learning from Each Other Makes Us All Stronger

These aren't lectures or presentations—they're conversations among peers. Share what's working in your newsroom, learn from colleagues facing similar challenges, and build solutions together. Your experience matters, and someone in your meet-up is facing exactly what you've already solved.

Find your community, share your struggles and triumphs, and discover solutions together.

Benefits of Joining Meet-ups

Forge lasting connections Expand your network and build meaningful relationships with fellow journalists who understand your unique perspective.
Share your expertise and grow together Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out, contribute your knowledge and learn from others' journeys in a supportive environment.
Tackle tough topics and co-create solutions Discuss the issues shaping public media, from resource development and technology to representation and storytelling ethics, and brainstorm innovative approaches together.
Spark new ideas and cultivate collaboration Inspire each other to push the boundaries of journalism and create projects that amplify diverse voices.

Whether you're a seasoned news veteran or a budding journalist with a story to tell, there's a place for you in our vibrant community.

Sign up today!

Here's a glimpse into our lineup of meet-ups

Each meet-up creates space for peer-to-peer learning where your voice and experience help shape the conversation.

Small Stations

Big impact, small teams. Connect, share tips, and find support in this local news community. Discover creative solutions your peers have developed for doing more with less.

Every 6 weeks

Storytelling

Sharpen your craft, explore narrative techniques, and elevate your storytelling. Learn from colleagues' successes and experiments—what resonated with their audiences might inspire your next piece.

Every other month

Multi-platform

Connect with colleagues navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape. Share what's working across platforms and learn from peers' experiments with emerging tools and formats.

Quarterly

Early Career

Ask questions, navigate the learning curve, and connect with peers in a supportive community. Learn from colleagues who recently faced the same challenges you're navigating now.

Quarterly

LGBTQ+ & Allies

Build a network, share experiences, and celebrate diverse perspectives to strengthen public media inclusivity. Learn from peers creating more inclusive newsrooms and coverage.

Quarterly

Engaged Journalism

Explore community-centered approaches and share strategies for meaningful audience engagement. Learn from peers building journalism that serves and involves the communities you cover.

Quarterly

Dates subject to adjustment as needed