Secondary photo: Matthew Lewis with one of his photos of Martin Luther King Jr. (Credit: Special/High Point [N.C.] Times)

Matthew Lewis at his home in Thomasville, N.C., in 2016. (Photo by D.L. Anderson for The Washington Post)

Notices 10-16-24

Our next Journal-isms Roundtable takes place Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m. Eastern, via Zoom.

We plan to remember Matthew Lewis, Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post photographer. who died at 94 on Oct. 2. Hired in 1965, Matt was the paper’s second Black photographer. He became the paper’s first African American assistant managing editor, serving in the position for 11 years and hiring 12 photographers, several of whom went on to win their own Pulitzers.

“I LOVED Matt Lewis. As everyone did,” says former Post publisher Donald Graham.

Services for Matt take place in Oct. 24 in Thomasville, N.C., and Nov. 2 in McDonald, Pa., near his Pittsburgh hometown. Details here. (second item)

We will also hear from Leonard Pitts Jr., author of the new historical novel “54 Miles,” returning to the Roundtable after moving on from his successful syndicated column at the Miami Herald.

And, if news events don’t interfere, Jim Trotter, national columnist for The Athletic, returning after reaching a settlement with the NFL  in exchange for NFL financial support for a scholarship foundation for journalism students at historically Black colleges and universities.

Oct. 21 update:

From PEN America:

Tim Richardson, director of PEN’s Journalism and Disinformation program. He has trained journalists in 100 newsrooms nationwide on dealing with disinformation over the last six months.

Henry Hicks, manager, U.S. Free Expressions Programs
He will talk about the “trusted messenger” work the team is doing with the community in Miami, Phoenix and Dallas.

Who’s in?

Photos: Leonard Pitts Jr. at 2015 Journal-isms Roundtable holiday party at the Newseum, by Sharon Farmer/spphotoworks; Jim Trotter at March 28, 2023, Journal-isms Roundtable, by Don Baker Photography.

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Service for News Librarian Jeanette Brown Planned Oct. 24

A Mass for Jeanette Brown (pictured), a news librarian at The Washington Post, USA Today and other newspapers who was found dead in her Washington, D.C., apartment (third item) just days before she was to turn 77, is planned for Thursday, Oct. 24, her brother, actor Doug Brown, messaged Wednesday. He said his sister, whose birthday was Oct. 1, was determined to have died Sept. 23 of “natural causes.”

The service is planned for 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 711 N. Columbus St., Alexandria, VA 22314

“In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Reading Partners, an organization devoted to helping to develop the reading skills of children where most needed,” he said.

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From the National Association of Black Journalists — Today

AGENDA FOR THE DAY & REGISTRATION

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From the National Association of Hispanic Journalists

We are thrilled to welcome you to the “Combatting AI Misinformation in the 2024 Election” at the National Association of Broadcasters in Washington D.C. on Wednesday, October 23rd, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.  This in-person workshop is free and open to all NAHJ members. Non-members can attend for a $25 donation or join today. Registration is required to attend. In this training, attendees will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming journalism through a series of in-depth events. They will learn about the responsible use of AI, its impact on elections, and how newsrooms are leveraging AI for innovative research beyond tools like ChatGPT. The training will address the challenges of misinformation, disinformation, and deepfakes, with a focus on the 2024 election. Participants will gain practical skills to identify AI-generated misinformation and maintain integrity in their reporting, equipping themselves with the tools needed to navigate the complexities of AI in journalism effectively.  Here’s some information for the event: DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Registration will begin at 5:30 PM.  LOCATION: National Association of Broadcasters, 1 M St SE, Washington, DC 20003 ADDITIONAL INFO: Dinner: We’ll be serving a catered dinner at the end of the event.

AGENDA FOR THE DAY & REGISTRATION

If you have any questions, reach out to Isabella Di Giglio, Program Registration and Member Engagement Manager, at (866) 356-0878 or at idigiglio@nahj.org. Please invite your colleagues to attend and tweet about this session using the hashtag #NAHJTraining. Thank you for your continuous support of NAHJ. See you soon!

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Some members of the South Asian Journalists Association wore South Asian attire for the anniversary event. MSNBC’s Ali Velshi said, “In 2024 what we realize as South Asian journalists, is we are foot soldiers for democracy. We are part of the program. Without us, democracy does not flourish,” he said. (Credit: X)

Congrats to South Asian Journalists Association!

. . . on its 30th anniversary.

Story: South Asian Journalists at 30: Relatively Small, but Diverse, Network-Ready, Watchful of Kamala Harris, by Tolu Olasoji (scroll down)

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From Transformative Justice Coalition — Today

Weekly Voting Rights Calls

Our next weekly call is today October 16, 2024, at 7:00 PM EST, this call will feature Greg Palast. Greg Palast is known for his investigative reports for The Guardian, BBC Television, Rolling Stone and his string of New York Times bestsellers including The Best Democracy Money Can Buy and Billionaires & Ballot Bandits. He is the creator of the documentary, “Vigilantes INC.: America’s New Vote Suppression Hitmen”. On this call we will discuss Voter Challengers, Voter Purging, and Election 2024. Participants will learn what we must do to defeat voter challenging, voter purging and other forms of voter suppression. Greg Palast will be answering questions. If you would like to submit your questions in advance please use the link below:Questions For Greg Palast  If you would like to watch the documentary Vigilante prior to the call use the link below: Vigilante Movie Link The passcode to access the movie is 0820, These meetings play a vital role in informing everyone and making sure voters are aware of different suppression methods that could impact their voting. We are confident our weekly meetings can help to educate, mobilize and protect voters throughout our nation.  Town Hall Details: Day: Wednesday, October 16th Time: 7:00 PM Eastern Register:   https://bit.ly/GregPalastVotingCall Last Week Meeting Notes:Link To Meeting Notes From 10-9-2024

Action Required: Attendance: Your presence is important. If you cannot attend, and would like information shared in the meeting please email your request to Jonnita Dockens (jdockens@tjcoalition.org).  Sincerely, Barbara Arnwine, Esq. & Daryl Jones, Esq.

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From D.C. Public Library — Negro Motorists Green Book, With Colby King

Celebrate the Opening of The Negro Motorist Green Book Exhibit at DC Public LibraryYou are invited to DC Public Library’s weekend-long celebration to mark the opening of The Negro Motorist Green Book exhibit at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library. Running from Nov. 2, 2024 – Mar. 2, 2025, The Negro Motorist Green Book and DC Public Library’s companion exhibition The Green Book in D.C. offer an immersive look at the reality of travel for African Americans during a time of nation-wide segregation. Through the lens of this indispensable guide, brought to life by artifacts from Green Book era businesses, historic footage, images, and firsthand accounts, you will also see the rise of a vibrant Black business and middle class. Get a first look at this exhibiting new exhibit while you enjoy two full days of events for all ages during opening weekend, including:  Saturday, Nov. 2 | 1 – 4 p.m. Panel Discussion | At 1 p.m. in the Auditorium, Washington Post columnist Colbert King will moderate a discussion between Gizelle Bryant (Real Housewives of the Potomac) and Josephine Beavers (Vocalist). They will talk about their family ties to the Green Book and its historical significance for Black business owners and traveling performers in an era of segregation Children’s Sock Hop | Families will enjoy dancing, balloons and story time in the Children’s Room  9th and G Diner | Enjoy diner foods, catered by Florida Avenue Grill, with a view of 9th & G Streets at a recreation of a Green Book era diner  Relax in the 5th Floor lounge | DJs Scooter Magruder (WPFW FM 89.3) and Poet Taylor (WPGC Radio) will be broadcasting live from the library playing music popular at Black Broadway clubs and theatres.   View Historic Performances | Watch clips of the many musicians and singers who performed at Green Book locations in the library’s Auditorium.   Pop-up Green Book Museum | Meet representatives from organizations featured in the Green Book in D.C. exhibition, including the Royal Golf Club, the YMCA, the Cloud Club, and D.C.’s Old Cars of Washington.   Sunday, Nov. 3 | 1 – 4 p.m. Vintage Car Show | Come see the cars and hear the stories showing how families traveled during the Green Book era.  Teenarama Dance Party | Relive the 1960’s with dancing to the music of the Mustangs and DJ Scooter Magruder, competitions and door prizes hosted by the African American Music Association.   Food Trucks | Snag bites from Rito Loco, Roaming Rooster, and Goodies   Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the rich history of African American travel and celebrate the resilience and innovation of the community.  Learn More About The Negro Motorist Green Book

Looking for more art experiences with the library? The DC Public Library is pleased to partner with the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery and Archives of American Art to present two installations as part of the exhibition Felix Gonzalez-Torres: Always to Return, on view from October 18, 2024 through July 6, 2025.   The exhibition is located at the Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture, 800 F Street NW, and continues outside the building with the placement of the artist’s light string work “Untitled” (America) (1994) in three key locations: the facade of the museum, the first floor of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, and outdoors along 8th Street NW, near the museum, in partnership with the DowntownDC BID. Walking tours of the exhibit begin Oct. 23 and thanks to our exhibit partners, as well as Downtown DC, tour guests get a 20% discount on food and drinks at the bar at Dirty Habit! Learn More About the Felix Gonzalez-Torres Exhibit

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From Arlington Public Library — Octavia Butler

An Afrofuturist visionary rendered anew. Celebrate Octavia Butler’s legacy with the duo behind two award-winning adaptations. Join us for a conversation with authors and illustrators Damian Duffy and John Jennings on their award-winning graphic novel adaptations of Octavia Butler’s “Kindred” and “Parable of the Sower“—both testaments to Butler’s masterful speculative fiction storytelling and visionary Afrofuturist themes. Arrive by 6 p.m. for a performance by the DC Bushwick Book Club inspired by “Parable of the Sower” featuring music, spoken word and a short film.The event will include a Q&A followed by a book signing, with books available for purchase from One More Page Books. Join Us Oct. 24 John Jennings on Octavia Butler’s legacy.Excerpt from “The Joy (And Fear) Of Making ‘Kindred’ Into A Graphic Novel” (Code Switch/NPR). “Octavia Butler is one of the greatest American writers to live, period. She was literally a genius. The way that she would use metaphor and allegory and how she tackled some of the most horrific things about human existence through science fiction and fantasy? She was a master storyteller.”Damian Duffy on the first-time visual adaptation of Butler.Excerpt from ‘”Jennings and Duffy on their Adaptation of ‘Kindred'”(Brooklyn Magazine).“It was amazing and terrifying, an honor and a huge amount of pressure to get it right. We were very cognizant of the fact that the adaptation needed to do the novel justice, to appeal to hardcore Butler fans, but also [to attract] new readers unfamiliar with the novel. I worried about what her estate would think, what her contemporaries would think. I think I’m still in shock that it’s been so well received, just because I spent so long stressing over cutting the prose of such a famous and influential and important literary figure.”John Jennings on creating through collaboration.Excerpt from “John Jennings and Damian Duffy Are Disturbing the Peace” (Publishers Weekly).“I love collaborating, because you get more ideas on the board, you learn so much by sharing an experience, and you get to feed off of each other’s energy, which lightens the load of creation. Damian Duffy (left) and John Jennings (right) You’re not just some lone auteur toiling away in a studio—an [existence] that I find laughable, because eventually you have to collaborate with the audience. It’s best to get out of the way of your own ego early on.”

More author talks coming up…

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Jobs

From journalist organizations

• National Association of Hispanic Journalists
• National Association of Black Journalists
• Asian American Journalists Association
• Poynter Institute
• Society of Professional Journalists
• PublicMediaJobs.

From the Uproot Project (environmental journalists of color)

Job opportunities:

• Bloomberg, Bloomberg Green Editor
• The Washington Post, Power and Politics Editor, Climate & Environment
• YES! Media, Multimedia Editor Contract Position

Fellowships, grants, & other opportunities:

• High Country News, Fellowships (deadline, October 27)
• Calendar for paid internships & fellowships (courtesy of Mandy Hofmockel’s substack for journalism jobs)
• National Press Photographers Foundation, Grants & Scholarships
• Pitching Science Friday
• ProPublica, Freelance Pitch Form

From Mississippi Public Broadcasting — seeking managing editor

From CollaborativeJournalism.org

Prepare to partner in Denver for the 2025 Collaborative Journalism Summit!Save the date: The 2025 Collaborative Journalism Summit will be hosted in person in Denver on May 15-16, 2025! The Summit will feature two days of lightning talks, workshops, and participatory discussions about a wide array of #collaborativej topics and projects. The Center for Cooperative Media at Montclair State University is hosting the 2025 Summit at Delta Hotels Thornton. This year’s presenting sponsor is the Gates Family Foundation. Denver’s thriving collaborative media landscape makes it the perfect backdrop for #CJS2025. The city is a hub for collaborative journalism and has a deep culture of community engagement — making it an ideal setting for the Summit. We’ll open registration in the coming weeks. In the meantime, mark these dates on your calendar and consider pitching a session! PITCH OR REQUEST A SESSION! NC Local News Workshop, others collaborate to launch hurricane responseHurricane Helene has left a trail of destruction in its wake in Western North Carolina, and news organizations are stepping in to help meet the needs of communities. Newsrooms across the state are working hard in their response and several — like Blue Ridge Public Radio, Enlace Latino NC, and WFDD — have established light (or text-only) websites. As part of the NC Local News Workshop‘s efforts, they are gathering and sharing stories for republication, including the following: N.C. Health Officials Issue Guidelines for Thousands of Potentially Flooded Private WellsDialysis patients face life-or-death challenges in the wake of Hurricane HeleneHelene Leaves Some NC Elder-Care Homes Without PowerAt Asheville senior mobile home park, mutual aid holds community together in the aftermath of HeleneFor anyone interested in participating, you can:Submit content available for republication and check out the full list of available stories here.Join the WNC Slack community. Q&A: Bryan Pollard on building global collaborations with Indigenous journalistsBryan Pollard is a grants manager at The Associated Press (AP), and the former president of the Native American Journalists Association (NAJA), which is now the Indigenous Journalists Association (IJA). Pollard recently helped organize a Global Indigenous Journalists Convening in partnership with IJA, AP, and Grist, where Indigenous journalists from around the world came together to discuss the possibility of expanding reporting collaborations. We caught up with Pollard to hear about major takeaways from the convening and what a global Indigenous journalism collaboration might look like. READ THE FULL INTERVIEW IJ4EU Awards recognizes cross-border collaborationThree international journalism collaborations have been named the winners of the Investigative Journalism for Europe Awards 2024: The Pylos Shipwreck: Reconstruction of a Catastrophe, Story Killers, and The Border Graves Investigation. These projects tackled issues ranging from a catastrophic shipwreck to global disinformation networks and migrant graves across Europe, demonstrating the power of cross-border collaboration. The winning projects received 5,000 euros each for their work. Suspicious Machines, an investigation about algorithms, was announced as an honorable mention. Three years since the Pandora Papers, financial secrecy and crimes continue to be revealedRecently the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) marked three years since the publication of one of its biggest journalism collaborations: the Pandora Papers, which examined information from a historic leak of tax haven files. In the three years since publishing, new rules and laws have been established and investigations continue. “Numerous countries have told us they’re still investigating revelations from the Pandora Papers, and have identified or recovered tens of millions of dollars in unpaid taxes, with more likely to come,” Hamish Boland-Rudder, the ICIJ’s head of digital and product, said.  Regional journalism collaboration explores voter sentiment in the MidwestThe Midwest Newsroom and Emerson College have come together to survey registered voters in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska. The initiative moves beyond candidate preferences, highlighting voters’ sentiments on matters central to public discourse.  This partnership provides a detailed look at voters’ perspectives on significant issues like abortion rights, climate change, and educational costs. The findings not only prepare the states for the upcoming elections but also deepen the understanding of the socio-political climate in the Midwest through a collaborative journalistic effort.  After nearly a decade, Jean Friedman-Rudovsky to depart from Resolve Philly in 2025; layoffs also announcedResolve Philly‘s executive director and co-founder, Jean Friedman-Rudovsky, has announced her departure set for April 11, 2025. Under her leadership, Resolve has driven significant changes in journalism practices and policy, benefitting countless Philadelphia residents. The organization is now preparing for a leadership transition, ensuring continued dedication to solutions journalism and community engagement.  Separately, Resolve announced layoffs this week in a public letter. “No one is being let go because they weren’t doing their job well. They are being let go because we had to make difficult decisions about which positions were essential for our work into the future,” Friedman-Rudovsky, wrote.  “I can attest to every one of those leaving Resolve as being a supportive and excellent team member and will do whatever I can to support them in finding new professional opportunities in our industry.” Grist and WABE team up to inform Georgia communities about energy issuesGrist and WABE launched a collaborative project to clarify the workings of the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) through community engagement. Through listening sessions and a community reporting fellowship, explanatory articles and guides were produced.  The community reporting fellowship in Georgia aims to equip locals with journalism skills to enhance community knowledge on energy topics. Fellows are producing impactful projects such as a newsletter series and an oral history project, ensuring that diverse voices contribute to the conversation around the Georgia Public Service Commission and energy justice.  Aspen Journalism and Aspen Public Radio enhance community-focused coverageEleanor Bennett is back at Aspen Public Radio, joining forces with Aspen Journalism to spearhead a new Social Justice Desk. This collaboration aims to deliver multimedia, in-depth reporting on equity and inclusion, empowering communities from Aspen to Parachute; the objective is “to shine a light on the organizations, systems, policies and practices that create, conceal, allow, or perpetuate social injustice for people who live and work in our communities.”  All stories will be available in Spanish, online through Noticias En Español and published by the Spanish-language newspaper Sol del Valle, making crucial information accessible to a broader audience.  6 collaborative journalism job openings1. Arts Access Reporter, KERA: Through a partnership, KERA and The Dallas Morning News are hiring a full-time Arts Access Reporter, based in Dallas 50% of the time. The salary range is $58,000-$65,000 based on experience; benefits included. Reporting to the Arts Access Editor, among the responsibilities are contributing to new product development, contributing social media content, participating in digital and in-person events. Apply online for the Arts Access Reporter position. 2. Editor, Nebraska Examiner and Source New Mexico, and Reporter, New Hampshire Bulletin: Three newsrooms associated with the States Newsroom are seeking to fill positions. First, the Nebraska Examiner and Source New Mexico are each hiring an Editor. The minimum salary for both is $95,000 and rises with experience; benefits included. “With an eye on critical government stories from Lincoln and Santa Fe respectively, the Editor will oversee the talented team of reporters (three in Lincoln and four in Santa Fe) and a dynamic site, produce a daily newsletter, and continue to build the outlet’s social media presence.”For both editor positions, apply by sending a cover letter, resume, at least three professional references and links to at least five samples of work, to jobs@statesnewsroom.com.  And, the New Hampshire Bulletin is hiring a Reporter to be based in Concord. The minimum salary is $52,000 and rises with experience; benefits are included and there is a potential relocation stipend. Job responsibilities include “generating story ideas with the editor, take photos and occasional videos, and pursuing story leads, both generated and assigned.” Apply by sending a cover letter, resume with three professional references, and at least three examples of work to jobs@statesnewsroom.com.   3. Journalism Fellow, Growing Indigenous Storytellers Program: APTN News, the Indigenous Journalists Association, and Journalists for Human Rights are partnering to offer a journalism fellowship (6 positions total) for six months contracts, either from January-June 2025 or July-December 2025. The salary is 35 hours per week for $25.25 per hour, with potential evening, weekend, and holiday work. Fellows will work in-person in Winnipeg, Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa, Vancouver, or Whitehorse, and must legally be able to work in Canada. Apply before 12am ET on November 17 by filling out this form or sending you information to canadian.programs@jhr.ca.  4. News reporters, Alaska Publica Media: Alaska Public Media is hiring a total of full-time News Reporters for their new statewide collaborative. One reporter will be based at Alaska Public Media in Anchorage as the Anchorage Communities Reporter, and the other four will work out of The Alaska Desk collaboration from one of the partner stations: KNBA in Anchorage, KUAC in Fairbanks, KUCB in Unalaska, KSDP in Sand Point, KUHB in Saint Paul or KHNS in Haines. Apply online for the News Reporter positions.

From Indeed, via Todd Steven Burroughs

News Service Reporter

Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture

Philadelphia, PA

Remote