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Pulitzer Prize winner Jesse Eisinger comes to Stanford on Monday, 3/03, to discuss press freedom and democracy. Can the press still hold power accountable? How are politics and lawsuits shaping media freedom? Register now and be part of the conversation, in person and on Zoom.

SPJ leads over 40 groups in a joint statement condemning recent government press attacks. “When leaders try to silence reporters through intimidation, legal threats and denial of access, they are not protecting the country; they are protecting themselves from scrutiny.” buff.ly/41cNGB6

Even in exile, JSK alum Roman Anin and iStories Media persist in exposing Putin’s corruption and bringing the truth to young Russians. #PressFreedom

The AI-powered transcription tools used in hospitals sometimes invent text, leading to potential misdiagnoses and ethical concerns. AP investigative reporter and JSK alum @garanceburke.bsky.social discusses this issue on PBS NewsHour.

“IRE stands strongly with our colleagues around the globe. The organization is forming a working group to explore how it can help protect an independent press and access to public data.”

Hungarian journalist András Pethő has spent years watching press freedom crumble under Viktor Orbán’s government. Now, he sees eerie parallels in the U.S. as newsrooms face growing political and corporate pressure. The lessons American journalists can learn before it’s too late...

“The Associated Press will refer to [the Gulf Of Mexico] by its original name while acknowledging the new name Trump has chosen.” #JournalismIsNotACrime

JSK alum Paulette Brown-Hinds and her team at Mapping Black California build data visualization tools that expose systemic inequalities and hold institutions accountable. How they give communities the necessary information to push for real change...

Data is disappearing. Here are a few of the ongoing efforts to preserve public information. via @muckrock.com

Fact-checking is not censorship. Without accountability, misinformation thrives—and so does the threat to democracy. Read why this is bigger than politics. #FactsMatter #journalism https://buff.ly/4b6qity

JSK Fellow Darshini Kandasamy shares her powerful journey through grief and how losing her husband, Marc, changed her relationship with journalism.

Make some noise for @cephillips.bsky.social, the 2024 Beverly Kees Educator Award recipient. Cheryl’s impact extends far beyond the newsroom—as a mentor, an innovator, and a champion for journalism’s future. Congratulations, Cheryl! @biglocalnews.bsky.social https://buff.ly/4i0mM6p

Fellow Roman Anin’s investigative outlet, iStories, continues to expose Putin’s regime from exile. Discover how they’re fighting apathy and reaching young Russians with the truth.

Independent Russian journalism plays a critical role in exposing Putin’s regime. Thank you Roman Anin, founder of iStories and a former @jskstanford.bsky.social Fellow at Stanford, for explaining the extraordinary risks and methods used by Russian journalists to investigate authoritarianism.

Proud to share the public launch of News Futures—an inspiring and dynamic network that’s been six years in the making. We love it when journalists, organizers, educators, and public servants come together to reimagine how news can serve our communities!

Seeing is no longer believing. AI-generated images are challenging public trust in photojournalism. JSK Fellow David Carson investigates the impact of synthetic media and explores solutions for restoring credibility in news photography.

Thousands of USAID staff have been fired, suspended, or locked out. Now, mission directors are being asked to count who remains. Stanford Journ alum Elissa Miolene investigates the agency's growing uncertainty and possible absorption by the State Dept.

We invite you to join the waitlist for tonight's conversation with @mcfaulmike.bsky.social and Roman Anin at the Bechtel Conference Center. #journalism @fsistanford.bsky.social

We equip journalism leaders with the tools to drive change, sustain democracy, and defend press freedom. It’s inspiring to watch the 2025 fellows embrace new challenges and reimagine the future of #journalism.

JSK and three other top #journalism programs will collaborate to support journalists from around the world who face censorship or other repressive actions. https://buff.ly/4gFDOpO

Arfa Khanum Sherwani reflects on the state of journalism—both in India and the U.S. ‘I firmly believe in the transformative power of information, ideas, and debate to shape the world and drive meaningful change.’ Read more about her journey as a JSK Fellow:

“Change happens when the workers have each other’s backs.” 2025 JSK Fellow Ryan Pitts explores how peer learning and small, collective actions can drive meaningful change in #journalism. #FutureOfNews https://buff.ly/4hFw5sh

Last chance! Don’t miss this vital conversation on investigative journalism, disinformation, and today’s political challenges. Claim your spot: https://goto.stanford.edu/jsk ⏰ Feb 4 at 4:30 pm 📍 Bechtel Conference Center

We added more tickets for our Feb 4th seminar on the Trump-Putin connection and its implications for democracy. Don’t miss this timely conversation. Reserve your seat now.

How can journalists navigate the complexities of polarization without losing the trust of their audiences? 2025 JSK Fellow Juan Camilo Maldonado draws on his experience covering Colombia’s peace process and explores a fascinating concept called multipartiality. https://jskfellows.stanford.edu/impar…

Join investigative journalist and JSK alum Roman Anin and Stanford professor Michael McFaul for a timely conversation on the risks and methods of independent Russian journalism, as well as the Trump-Putin connection and its implications for democracy. 🔗 Register: https://goto.stanford.edu/jsk

BEAT THE DEADLINE: Jan 15 at 1pm PT. Now's the time to check and double-check your JSK Fellowships application and hit submit. Don't forget your selfie video. https://bit.ly/jsk26

2025 journalism prediction from JSK alum Simon Galperin: Journalism as a social service. https://buff.ly/3DcOvBK “Journalism as a social service is about helping people and communities become the best versions of themselves. That’s something another 100 years of Pulitzer Prizes will not achieve.”

Sarah Alvarez—a JSK alum, founder of Outlier Media, and 2024 ONA Impact Award winner—has been named the James B. Steele Chair in Journalism Innovation at Temple University's Klein College. Congrats Sarah!

How should the news industry cover Trump? Ten top journalists weigh in. https://buff.ly/40ajHt9

Learn what the JSK Fellowships could do for your journalism career! Register now for tomorrow's webinar—the last before the application deadline!

Ready to shape what’s next in journalism? The JSK Journalism Fellowships is here to help you lead with purpose. We provide the time, resources, and network you need to tackle the challenges that matter most. Apply by January 15. https://buff.ly/3W8Sh5F

2025 journalism prediction from JSK alum Jose Zamora: Newsrooms fight back against criminalization.

2025 journalism prediction from JSK alum P. Kim Bui: ​​The death of the media darling.

JSK Fellows receive a $125,000 stipend, Stanford tuition, and Stanford health insurance for fellows, spouses, and children. Visit our FAQ for more fellowship information. https://bit.ly/jsk-faq

2025 journalism prediction from JSK alum Kristen Muller: Public media reconciles its past with the present.

2025 JSK Fellow Candice Fortman reflects on her journey leading Outlier Media and explores how #journalism can better serve its communities—and its practitioners.

The gap between journalism's values & its actions is pushing many toward burnout. In his 2025 prediction, JSK alum @losowsky.com explores how we can close this gap & reclaim trust. buff.ly/3ZLxoiY

Journalism is evolving. So is 2025 JSK Fellow Vitus-Gregory Gondwe. At Stanford, he’s exploring how tech & AI can transform investigative reporting. Learn more about his journey to protect journalists and empower readers with the truth. https://buff.ly/4iMGGCY

2025 journalism prediction from JSK alum Burt Herman: The year we stop talking about “AI.” https://buff.ly/4gxnR4J “Rather than worrying about AI taking away jobs or isolating us further in society, the best media products will help us connect and be more human.”

No, a degree is not required to apply to the JSK Fellowships. We are not an academic program, and no college credit is offered to Fellows. Visit our FAQ for more fellowship information. https://bit.ly/jsk-faq

In his latest piece, 2025 JSK Fellow Mikhail Rubin explores the challenges — and surprising breakthroughs — of investigative journalism in exile.

2025 journalism prediction from JSK alum Cindy Royal: AI inspires innovation in journalism education.

Can political cartoons survive in an era of algorithms and deep learning? 2025 JSK Fellow and Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Mark Fiore investigates how efforts to combat disinformation may silence one of journalism's most effective tools: satire.

There are roughly 3 weeks before the deadline to apply for the JSK Fellowships. Visit our website for application tips, FAQs, and a preview of the application. Deadline: Jan 15 at 1pm PT. Goto bit.ly/jsk26

Beat the deadline! Fellowship applications are due by 1pm PT on Jan 15. Get started: buff.ly/4fsK4AA

Misinformation isn’t always a deepfake. Sometimes, it's taking something real out of context to deceive. In Latino communities, these tactics are everywhere. JSK Fellow Tamoa Calzadilla breaks down how these narratives work and how to fight back.

We welcome spouses/partners and Fellows’ children. Spouses/partners will have their own unique Stanford experience, and Fellows’ children can attend area public schools. Visit our FAQ for more fellowship information. https://bit.ly/jsk-faq

2025 JSK Fellow Nalan Sipar is tackling a major gap in Germany’s media: the lack of content serving immigrant communities. Her vision? A platform that speaks to all immigrant communities. Learn how she’s reshaping German media for a more inclusive future.

Register now for our Q&A webinar on Jan 8 at 4pm PT. Our directors will share application tips and answer questions about how the JSK experience can amplify your impact in the industry.