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[Archived Webinar, Sept. 2014] Introduction to Solutions Journalism

Instructor: David Bornstein

Most journalism focuses on what’s going wrong in society. But audiences increasingly seek news that help them to understand what can be done to improve things. Solutions journalism is a rigorous practice that goes beyond traditional problem-focused reporting, highlighting credible possibilities without falling into advocacy or fluffy reporting. This reporting has potentially transformative implications for news organizations, communities, and policy makers. 

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This webinar took place on Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 11 a.m. PT / 2 p.m. ET.

View presentation slides

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Other resources:

Solutions Journalism: What It Is and What It Is Not

Arabella Advisers Blog: Solutions in the News

NYTimes: Why 'Solutions Journalism' Matters, Too

Resources

Webinar recording

Overview

An introduction to solutions journalism: what it is, what it is not, and why it matters. 

Who should take this course

  • Journalists
  • Editors
  • Nonprofits
  • Community foundations  
What you will learn
  1. What solutions journalism is.
  2. Why solutions journalism matters to journalists.
  3. Why solutions journalism is potentially of value for community foundations.


David Bornstein

David Bornstein, co-founder of Solutions Journalism, is a journalist and author who focuses on social innovation. He co-authors the “Fixes” column in The New
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