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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
California editors & managers: The tuition-free Propel Regional Training is coming to Burbank Oct. 22–24! Build skills in editing, newsroom leadership, ethical AI, navigating difficult conversations & more. Learn more & register: shorturl.at/TmgNw
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Strong local journalism needs strong editors. Three California Local News Editing Fellows are building the skills to lead newsrooms, strengthen stories and navigate journalism’s evolving challenges through a pilot Editing Fellowship with Maynard. Learn more: bit.ly/4hrhbaE
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CALNF Editing Fellows take their positions
Three journalists are part of the pilot, one-year editing fellowship, a Maynard Institute partnership designed for early- to mid-career
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The Maynard Institute mourns the loss of Mia Navarro, 1979 graduate of the Summer Program for Minority Journalists. Over three decades at The New York Times and later at Brennan en Español, Mia championed inclusive journalism and helped open doors for those who followed. bit.ly/4rzJto0
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Remembering Mia Navarro, Graduate of the Summer Program for Minority Journalists, 1979.
Mia Navarro, former reporter for the New York Times and Editor-In-Chief of Brennan en Español at the Brennan Center for Justice, passed away
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
At #NLGJA2026, we reconnected with alumni, colleagues and longtime friends while building new relationships, a reminder that Maynard’s impact extends beyond training to the community journalists carry with them throughout their careers. mije.org/maynard-goes-to-nlgja
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Maynard goes to NLGJA!
Last week the Maynard Institute traveled to San Francisco for NLGJA's 2026 35th annual convention and made new connections
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Have coffee on the Maynard Institute! Join us Sept. 10-13 at NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists 35th Annual National Convention at the Hyatt Regency in San Francisco. We're sponsoring coffee and reaching out to LGBTQIA+ journalists. Register for the convention at nlgja.org/2026convention.
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
The Propel Regional Training Series (Oct. 22-24 in Burbank, California) is brought to California editors and managers in partnership with CSUN Department of Journalism and the Tom and Ethel Bradley Center! Thank you to our university host partners! Register today! bit.ly/PRTS_CSUN
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Did we mention it's *TUITION-FREE*? Register today for the Propel Regional Training Series. Conveniently located in Burbank, CA. Two meals provided each day, and block room rates and limited needs-based travel assistance is available. Come join us in So-Cal! bit.ly/PRTS_CSUN
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Propel Regional Training for Editors and Managers - Burbank/CSUN
Register here for the Propel Regional Training Series for Editors and Managers taking place October 22-24 in Burbank, California in partnership with the Department of Journalism at California State University at Northridge.
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Have coffee on the Maynard Institute! Join us Sept. 10-13 at NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists 35th Annual National Convention at the Hyatt Regency in San Francisco. We're sponsoring coffee and reaching out to LGBTQIA+ journalists. Register for the convention at nlgja.org/2026convention.
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
"Hello, I am Diversity in News." Tell us who YOU are in the news by joining us for the Propel Regional Training Series, a professional development training for editors and managers focused on belonging in news. Oct. 22-24 in Burbank, CA. Register today! bit.ly/PRTS_CSUN
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Have coffee on the Maynard Institute! Join us Sept. 10-13 at NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists 35th Annual National Convention at the Hyatt Regency in San Francisco. We're sponsoring coffee and reaching out to LGBTQIA+ journalists. Register for the convention at nlgja.org/2026convention.
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Who are YOU in the News? The eagle-eyed editor? The intrepid news manager? The local news story hound? The person with a different perspective? Join us in Burbank Oct. 22-24 and show us who YOU are. bit.ly/PRTS_CSUN
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
The Propel Regional Training Series (Oct. 22-24 in Burbank, California) is brought to California editors and managers in partnership with CSUN Department of Journalism and the Tom and Ethel Bradley Center! Thank you to our university host partners! Register today! bit.ly/PRTS_CSUN
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
LAST DAY! Join us for Black Philanthropy Month! We’re partnering with The Kansas City Defender to uplift their mission of supporting Black journalism, food sovereignty and liberation education! kansascitydefender.com/support-us
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Who are YOU in the News? The Propel Regional Training Series is a professional development training for editors and managers focused on belonging in news. Join us in Burbank Oct. 22-24 and show us who YOU are. bit.ly/PRTS_CSUN
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Only ONE DAY left! Join us for Black Philanthropy Month! We’re partnering with The Kansas City Defender to uplift their mission of supporting Black journalism, food sovereignty and liberation education! kansascitydefender.com/support-us
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Who are YOU in the News? The Propel Regional Training Series is a professional development training for editors and managers focused on belonging in news. Join us in Burbank Oct. 22-24 and show us who YOU are. bit.ly/PRTS_CSUN
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Only TWO days left! Join us for Black Philanthropy Month! We’re partnering with The Kansas City Defender to uplift their mission of supporting Black journalism, food sovereignty and liberation education! kansascitydefender.com/support-us
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Register today! The Propel Regional Training Series is TUITION-FREE and for California-based editors/managers. Featuring customized coaching from award-winning journalists. In partnership with journalism at CSUN. bit.ly/PRTS_CSUN
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Only THREE days left! Join us for Black Philanthropy Month! We’re partnering with The Kansas City Defender to uplift their mission of supporting Black journalism, food sovereignty and liberation education! kansascitydefender.com/support-us
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Who are YOU in the News? The Propel Regional Training Series is a professional development training for editors and managers focused on belonging in news. Join us in Burbank Oct. 22-24 and show us who YOU are. bit.ly/PRTS_CSUN
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Only four days left! Join us for Black Philanthropy Month! We’re partnering with The Kansas City Defender to uplift their mission of supporting Black journalism, food sovereignty and liberation education! kansascitydefender.com/support-us
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Register today! The Propel Regional Training Series is TUITION-FREE and for California-based editors/managers. Featuring customized coaching from award-winning journalists. In partnership with journalism at CSUN. bit.ly/PRTS_CSUN
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Only five days left! Join us for Black Philanthropy Month! We’re partnering with The Kansas City Defender to uplift their mission of supporting Black journalism, food sovereignty and liberation education! kansascitydefender.com/support-us
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Who are YOU in the News? The Propel Regional Training Series is a professional development training for editors and managers focused on belonging in news. Join us in Burbank Oct. 22-24 and show us who YOU are. bit.ly/PRTS_CSUN
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Register today! The Propel Regional Training Series is TUITION-FREE and for California-based editors/managers. Featuring customized coaching from award-winning journalists. In partnership with journalism at CSUN. bit.ly/PRTS_CSUN
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Doris Truong @doristruong.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Such a privilege to help launch #PropelFireUp 🔥 #LocalNewsMatters
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Congratulations to our Fire Up Fellows and Maynard staff on a successful first three-day training! The Propel Initiative and Fire Up Entrepreneurship Program are supporting and sustaining the spark of California Local News. #PropelFireUp mije.org/meet-the-fire-up-fellows
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
#MaynardAlumni, please join us for an even more interactive Adaptive Leadership Lab presented by Monique O. Madan. Are you a Maynard alum? Sign up for Communities of Practice to access the Adaptive Leadership Virtual Lab: mije.org/programs/for-individuals/c…
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Meet the Fire Up Fellows (and follow them here on #Bluesky!) These eight intrepid media entrepreneurs represent our first Fire Up Entrepreneurship Program cohort. Together, we're working on audience, revenue, product and sustainability for better California local journalism. mije.org/meet-the-fir...
Over a dark blue background, eight headshots of diverse people sit in a grid to the right. Above the grid, orange and purple text reads "Fire Up Entrepreneurship Program." At left, over a colorful background, a white cutout shape represents a flame.
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Daylight San Diego @daylightsdnews.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
We're so honored to be included in this incredible inaugural cohort! We can't wait to get started with our first training this month.
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Introducing the inaugural Fire Up Cohort! Please join us in congratulating our new Fire Up Fellows. mije.org/introducing-the-first-fire…
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Fire Up Cohort Aims to Strengthen Newsrooms
The Fire Up Cohort is here! Discover how eight newsrooms will receive training and grants to enhance community journalism.
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
The Maynard Institute is hiring a Director of Coalition Building to guide a national coalition in ambitious policy advocacy planning. This person will serve as the Institute's lead staff member supporting the coalition, guiding from shared purpose to coordinated action. ow.ly/EZ3450ZmA5a
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Director of Coalition Building: Lead Change in Journalism
Join the Robert C. Maynard Institute as the Director of Coalition Building and lead the charge for equitable journalism policy.
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
California invests $15million in #LocalJournalism, leading the nation in supporting #LocalNews: mije.org/california-i...
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California invests in local journalism, leads national model
California invests in journalism's future by approving $15 million for local news fellowships and sustainable newsroom initiatives.
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
“More than support for journalism, this is a commitment to ensuring every Californian — regardless of where they live or the language they speak — has access to trusted news and information," said Martin Reynolds co-executive director of the Maynard Institute. ow.ly/fOwq50ZkUpr
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Thank you to our panelists and all who attended our webinar/panel discussion on Investment in Queer News!
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
We had SUCH a great discussion today, thank you to Jireh and all our panelists for an illuminating virtual panel on investing in Queer News.
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
TOMORROW, June 25, 10:30 a.m. PDT: Join us, @aajaofficial.bsky.social LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group, LOOKOUT , NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists , Trans Journalists Association and Q Voice News: how can journalism invest in LGBTQIA+ stories and communities? bit.ly/Belonging-Queer-News
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
FREE webinar, JUNE 25, 10:30 a.m. PDT: Join [me/us] for a panel discussion on the State of Queer News and how news outlets can truly invest in LGBTQIA+ stories and communities Register through Zoom: bit.ly/Belonging-Queer-News
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
JUNE 25, 10:30 a.m. PDT: Join the Maynard Institute for a panel discussion on the State of Queer News and how news outlets can truly invest in LGBTQIA+ stories and communities Register through Zoom: bit.ly/Belonging-Queer-News
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UC Berkeley Journalism @berkeleyjournalism.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
In @calmatters.org today, @maynardinstitute.bsky.social's Martin Reynolds writes about the successful, publicly funded California Local News Fellowship + Propel Initiative for local news and why California shouldn't abandon its groundbreaking support. calmatters.org/commentary/2...
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Opinion | California lawmakers want to cut funds for local news at exactly the wrong time
California lawmakers are finalizing a budget that would cut aid for local newsrooms, gutting a nascent effort to revive local journalism.
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
An open letter from the Maynard Institute and our Propel Initiative partners at American Community Media, California Black Media, and Latino Media Collaborative. mije.org/state-budget-zeros-out-fun…
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
From Maynard Institute Co-Executive Director Martin G. Reynolds: Op-Ed: California lawmakers want to cut funds for local news at exactly the wrong time. calmatters.org/commentary/2026/06/l…
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
And that's a wrap on day one of our Maynard Regional Training Series in Chicago! Thank you to our university partners at Northwestern/Medill and our faculty and participants!
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Hello from the Maynard Regional Training Series in Chicago! At Northwestern Medill School with our Medill Local News Initiative partners and participants from across the nation. #LocalNews #Journalism #Editors #Managers
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Thank you to Politico, American University, the Washington Association of Black Journalists’ Urban Journalism Workshop and the 2026 POLITICO Journalism Institute class. Read more on the program. ow.ly/snqz50Z7pen
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
"As local newsrooms continue to close, California's proposed $35 million investment in local journalism deserves everyone's support." Op-Ed by Blazedale for L.A. TACO. Read More: lataco.com/local-news-california #Journalism #California #LocalNews
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OpEd: How To Strengthen and Grow Californians' Access To Trusted Local News ~ L.A. TACO
As local newsrooms continue to close, California's proposed $35 million investment in local journalism deserves everyone's support.
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
"As local newsrooms continue to close, California's proposed $35 million investment in local journalism deserves everyone's support." Op-Ed by Blazedale for L.A. TACO. Read More: lataco.com/local-news-california #Journalism #California #LocalNews
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OpEd: How To Strengthen and Grow Californians' Access To Trusted Local News ~ L.A. TACO
As local newsrooms continue to close, California's proposed $35 million investment in local journalism deserves everyone's support.
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Accepting the Lorraine Branham Award from Newhouse School of Public Communications Evelyn Hsu reflected on the Maynard Institute’s legacy and the generations who shaped it. “Legacy is not something we simply inherit,” Hsu said. “It is something we are responsible for carrying forward.”
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
At the Newhouse School of Public Communications Mirror Awards, Martin G. Reynolds (Martin Reynolds on the Maynard Institute’s mission to ensure journalism reflects the country’s diversity. “Our hope is that our shared humanity will prevail. This moment is difficult. But the work is clear.”
A photo of Martin G. Reynolds, a Black man with dark glasses and graying beard, in a suit and red tie presenting at the 2026 Mirror Awards hosted by Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications.A photo of Martin G. Reynolds, a Black man with dark glasses and graying beard, in a suit and red tie presenting at the 2026 Mirror Awards hosted by Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications. Evelyn Hsu, an Asian woman with short black hair and red glasses wears a green blouse and holds a glass award nearby.Martin G. Reynolds and Evelyn Hsu posing in formal attire inside a wood-paneled room with a Syracuse University banner in the background.John X. Miller, Evelyn Hsu, and Martin G. Reynolds dressed formally posing together in front of a blue backdrop with '2026 Mirror Awards' text and stage setup.
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The Maynard Institute for Journalism Education @maynardinstitute.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
The Maynard Institute received the Lorraine Branham Award at the Newhouse School of Public Communications. Board chair John X. Miller praised Evelyn Hsu and Martin Reynolds for leading “with vision, compassion, precision, persuasiveness, and humanity” and training a community of journalists.
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