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Austin Fuller, Reporter | Lack of diversity in leadership was a constant refrain in responses to the association’s 2023 online survey.
“I believe inclusion is one of those things that doesn’t happen very often,” says the station’s Spanish-language news reporter and Latino community outreach coordinator. “My job is to try to make sure that the word has meaning.”
Tyler Falk, Reporter | The NPR board’s DEI and development committees met last week to discuss diversity data and digital fundraising.
As the Latin Partnerships and Editorial Manager at KEXP, Argentine-born Albina Cabrera has dedicated her career to amplifying diverse voices in the independent music scene.
Avanza’s goal “is to be not only a radio station but a community resource,” says Program Manager Edgar Zuniga.
Teresa Frontado on her arc from public media to community-focused nonprofit news.
Effective DEI councils can help organizations reduce turnover and achieve other key performance indicators.
Rascoe has brought a fresh, relatable perspective to her role as the host of “Weekend Edition Sunday,” and listeners are responding.
Employee Resource Groups can help to amplify underrepresented voices, promote education and break down barriers within your organization.
Minal Bopaiah of Brevity & Wit discusses an inclusive and prosocial framework for redefining race and equity coverage.
Contrary to the argument made by former NPR editor Uri Berliner, NPR’s efforts to diversify its workforce have enhanced its journalism and helped it realize its founding mission.
These laws not only create an environment ripe for misunderstanding but also gut efforts to equip employees with the skills to engage all our communities effectively.
“The appeal of the content must be clearly different than what we currently offer. The people needed to do this work are probably not even in our industry today.”
Tyler Falk, Reporter | Leaders in public media fear the state laws could have a “chilling effect” on DEI work at some stations.
Tyler Falk, Reporter | Sen. Cruz questioned whether a CPB policy violates the 14th Amendment in light of a Supreme Court decision on affirmative action.