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Innovations in print, online, and other forms of journalism that benefit civil society

Umbrella Soldiers

As both a symbol and a tool, the umbrellas used by Hong Kong protesters serve as a cunning accomplice in their fight to sustain democracy.

Podcast

Storytelling and Social Change

Featuring Jessica Blank, Nicole Starr, Marya Bangee & Courtney Cogburn

How do stories work to expand and accelerate impact? A roundtable discussion between four storytellers and leaders of change on narrative's power to reach and inspire new audiences.

Eyes Upon the Street

By Julie Sandorf

Rebuilding local news coverage is part of a civic-repair program we must pursue to restore the democratic promise of our cities and of our country. A Feature from the Winter 2020 issue.

Journalism corps program Report for America pairs working journalists with resource-strapped local news organizations for a yearlong employment contract. A What's Next article from the Fall 2019 issue.

Arts & Culture

Movies That Matter

By Tracy E. Gilchrist

Participant Media, founded in 2004 by Silicon Valley entrepreneur Jeff Skoll, combines boutique film and television production with campaigns to enact social change. A Field Report from the Fall 2019 issue.

Advocacy

How to Use Stories to Bring ‘Us’ and ‘Them’ Together

By Annie Neimand & Samantha Wright

To build more inclusive movements, social advocacy organizations and activists need to create stories that can engage both familiar and new communities.