As State AG, my office is investigating whether this creates a "substantial anti-competitive concern" in the information market. A healthy democracy needs more voices, not one giant megaphone owned by a debt-ridden conglomerate. ⚖️🇺🇸 #SaveTheNews #MediaDiversity

‘Apartheid newsroom’: minority ethnic journalists still locked out of top jobs, report finds Exclusive: Survey suggests journalists from minority ethnic backgrounds feel excluded from influential posts and seen as ‘diversity hires’

Newsrooms can’t claim to represent the public if large parts of the public aren’t represented inside them.

A new report highlights ongoing barriers facing minority journalists.

Diversity in journalism isn’t cosmetic.

www.theguardian.com/media/2026/m...

#Journalism #MediaDiversity

Bill to steer half of discretionary state ad spending to Maryland news outlets draws broad support SB 459 would require state agencies to direct 50% of discretionary advertising dollars to qualifying Maryland local news organizations and public media. Publishers, broadcasters and national advocates testified that the budget‑neutral measure would keep state advertising dollars in‑state to support local reporting capacity and civic information.

A new bill could revolutionize Maryland's local news landscape by directing half of state advertising dollars to local outlets, boosting community journalism without increasing the budget.

Learn more here!

#MD #CitizenPortal #CivicEngagement #CommunityJournalism #MediaDiversity

- Timely reminder, as the new Govt legislation, just rushed through Parliament sees this country take a few backward steps ... blurring the definition of 'hate speech', & other key words in the 'debate' since Bondi ...
- #TruthTelling #HonestJournalism #MediaDiversity #HumanRights #History

I can't help thinking that a RC in to media diversity & ownership that the government decided was no longer a 'priority' once they came in to office may have come in handy lately.

They never learn. Disappointing on so many levels.

#auspol #MediaDiversity

#OKAsia #MediaDiversity #AsianMusicMatters #IndependentRadio #RepresentationMatters

Standing Up for OK Asia: Why I Won’t Stay Silent In this post, I share why OK Asia was created, what this experience reveals about diversity in media, and why I’m more committed than ever to supporting Asian artists worldwide.

They tried to silence OK Asia, calling my posts a “bot” because I wouldn’t pay their verification fee. But I’m not a bot, and I’m not backing down.
#OKAsia #MediaDiversity #AsianMusicMatters #IndependentRadio #RepresentationMatters
okasiadjpanic.wordpress.com/2025/11/12/s...

Have their voices been included?
#JewishVoices
#MediaDiversity
#Gaza

What impact will a shift in support for Russian language media have on minorities, the media and diversity in Europe?

Dina Newman examines the situation in Latvia and speaks to Russian language media editors about the future.

🔗 www.media-diversity.org/is-the-media...

#Latvia
#MediaDiversity

As Peru’s unpopular president is impeached and removed from office, MDI's latest story examines the media coverage of recent protests.
Read the story: www.media-diversity.org/a-week-after...

#mediadiversity #Peru

Fighting for survival: the battle to protect media freedom in Georgia - Media Diversity Institute By Tanya Sakzewski Georgian Journalist Tamar Kintsurashvili was recently awarded the 11th Deutsche Welle (DW) Freedom of Speech Award at the Global Media Forum for her commitment to fighting disinform...

Following protests over the weekend in Georgia, a reminder that MDI interviewed journalist Tamar Kintsurashvili, head of the Media Development Foundation about the difficulties of working in the country and the impact of new restrictions on media diversity.
#democracy #mediadiversity
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6/moves to weaken it.

#ProtectLocalNews
#IfNotUs
#FCC
#MediaOwnership #LocalismMatters #StopMediaConsolidation
#NexstarTegna
#Nexstar
#Tenga
#MediaDiversity #39PercentCap #CommunityVoices #PublicInterest

Has media coverage of the #GenZ protest movements sweeping across #Asia been accurate, fair and inclusive? Saba Choudhry explores how protests in #Nepal were portrayed in the #media both at home and abroad.
www.media-diversity.org/nepal-protes...
#mediadiversity

MDI is delighted to welcome Shada Islam as a trustee of Media Diversity Institute Global. Shada is an award-winning journalist and independent commentator who runs the New Horizons Project. She writes for The Guardian and other outlets.
@simplyshada.bsky.social
@theguardian.com
#mediadiversity

Helping youth report their stories

If you want a guide to making local journalism more accessible, relevant, and representative to youth, then take a look at the YoCoJoin Workbook.

#mediadiversity
#localjournalism
#communityjournalism

AI and Missing Voices: Surabhi Srivastava on Diversity, Ethics and Media Narratives

The #DiversityMatters podcast recently spoke to Surabhi Srivastava from RNW Media about the untold stories shaping AI and the impact on #MediaDiversity and communities around the world, especially in the #GlobalSouth.
🎧 Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/3hj7...

Media Diversity Institute is looking forward to hosting a side event at #UNESCO’s Global Media and Information Literacy Week in Colombia in October. The theme of the 2025 UNESCO Conference is Minds Over AI - MIL in Digital Spaces. Our panel will examine the impact on diversity.
#mediadiversity #AI

Now That Google Is Trash, It Will Let You Pick Your Own News Sources Just type G-I-Z-M-O-D-O.

Now That Google Is Trash, It Will Let You Pick Your Own News Sources #Technology #Internet #GoogleNews #MediaDiversity #Personalization

Meet Georgia Fort: She’s Building Media Power For The Culture And Winning While Doing It In a media landscape often criticized for its lack of diversity, Georgia Fort is making sure Black voices aren’t just included—they’re leading.… The post Meet Georgia Fort: She’s Building Media Power For The Culture And Winning While Doing It appeared first on Shine My Crown.

Meet Georgia Fort: She’s Building Media Power For The Culture And Winning While Doing It: In a media landscape often criticized for its lack of diversity, Georgia Fort is making sure Black voices aren’t just… #MediaDiversity #BlackVoices #CulturalEmpowerment #RepresentationMatters #WomenInMedia

Migravoice A cross-border community of experts with migration backgrounds participating in the creation of high-quality media content on European media.

Stop by, learn more, and sign up to be part of the movement. Let's make media that speaks for everyone!

➡️ Join as an expert: migravoice.eu/en/expert

➡️ Join as a journalist: migravoice.eu/en/reporting...

#IGF2025 #Migravoice #MediaDiversity #MigrantVoices #InclusiveJournalism

Consortium establishes grant criteria to enhance local journalism and civic information Act mandates grants for projects improving local news quality and supporting underrepresented communities

A new act is set to transform local journalism in Oregon by providing grants aimed at enhancing news quality and uplifting underrepresented communities.

Learn more here!

#OR #CivicEngagement #MediaDiversity

Applications are open for the 2025 Gold Journalism Accelerator! Elevate Asian Pacific voices in media with mentorship, masterclasses & top-tier networking.

Deadline: July 3

Apply: wp.me/p23f03-f4K

#Journalism #MediaDiversity #GoldHouse #APIVoices #FuturesAccelerator

McDonald’s settles Byron Allen’s $10 billion lawsuit over commitment to Black-owned media (Reuters) -McDonald’s has settled a $10 billion lawsuit by the media entrepreneur Byron Allen challenging the fast-food chain’s alleged refusal to advertise with Black-owned media. Friday’s settlement between McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD) and two of Allen’s companies, Entertainment Studios Networks and the Weather Group, averts a scheduled July 15 trial in Los Angeles federal court. It also resolves Allen’s related $100 million lawsuit against McDonald’s in Los Angeles Superior Court. McDonald’s said it will buy ads "at market value" from Allen’s companies "in a manner that aligns with its advertising strategy and commercial objectives." Settlement terms are confidential. McDonald’s, based in Chicago, denied wrongdoing in agreeing to settle. In a statement, Allen’s companies said "we acknowledge McDonald’s commitment to investing in Black-owned media properties and increasing access to opportunity. Our differences are behind us." Allen had accused McDonald’s of "racial stereotyping" by not advertising with Black-owned media, and lying when it pledged in 2021 to boost national ad spending with those media to 5% from 2% by 2024. Allen’s networks include The Weather Channel, Cars.TV, Comedy.TV, ES.TV, Justice Central, MyDestination.TV, Pets.TV and Recipe.TV. MCD: A Bull or Bear Market Play? Don't miss out on the next big opportunity! Stay ahead of the curve with ProPicks – 6 model portfolios fueled by AI stock picks with a stellar performance this year.. In 2024 alone, ProPicks' AI identified 2 stocks that surged over 150%, 4 additional stocks that leaped over 30%, and 3 more that climbed over 25%. That's an impressive track record. With portfolios tailored for Dow stocks, S&P stocks, Tech Stocks, and Mid Cap stocks, you can explore various wealth-building strategies. So if MCD is on your watchlist, it could be very wise to know whether or not it made the ProPicks lists.

Click Subscribe. #McDonalds #ByronAllen #BlackOwnedMedia #LawsuitSettlement #MediaDiversity

Afternoon reminder: Support independent voices amidst the Amazon boycott. Subscribe to WPS News at occupy25.com or WPS.news. #MediaDiversity

Thanks for sharing ways to support independent voices, Cliff! I admire your commitment to #MediaDiversity.

Afternoon update: Support independent voices amidst the Amazon boycott. Subscribe to WPS News at occupy25.com or WPS.news. #MediaDiversity

Afternoon insight: Support independent voices amidst the Amazon boycott. Subscribe to WPS News at occupy25.com or WPS.news. #MediaDiversity

Afternoon insight: While challenging big corporations is important, remember to support independent voices. Subscribe to WPS News at occupy25.com or WPS.news. #MediaDiversity

📢 MDI’s @milicapesic.bsky.social joins the panel “Oligarchs Inc: Who Owns the UK Media?” at #MDF2025!
🗓️ 31 May | 🕐 13:00–14:00 | 📍 Fyvie Hall, London
🎟️ Free tickets shorturl.at/BiamD
@mediareformuk.bsky.social Who controls our media and whose stories go untold? Join us. #MediaDiversity

We look forward to seeing you there!

#MigraVoice #Migration #Journalism #MediaDiversity #Representation