“It’s important to understand the different perspectives people have on this issue to effectively inform them about climate change and have them engage with information on the topic instead of ignoring it. I want to recognize this is hard, but, I think it’s possible if we work to include two elements in all of our climate coverage: First: Acknowledge emotions in your coverage. Frame stories that not only inform but also empathize and empower, fostering a sense of collective responsibility and action. Second: Engage with your audience. Your audience holds valuable insights. Engage with them to understand their concerns, questions, and expectations regarding climate coverage. Prioritize their interests, ensuring your reporting aligns with the issues that matter most to your community.”

— Lynn Walsh , assistant directo r for Tru sting New s,"Ask your audience what type of climate coverage would be most useful"

Tips to design a strong internship program

"Clear communication and mentorship are the key to a successful internship. To gain clarity, start by writing a description of the intern’s role and responsibilities and then step back and think in detail about the investment of time and energy staff will make to support the intern in that work. If the investment is realistic and there’s staff buy-in, define onboarding and designate a regular editor/leader and an additional mentor — then orient those editors and mentors on how to successfully work with interns. Think about outside support that might benefit the intern, for example, covering BIPOC interns’ membership in AAJA, NABJ, NAHJ or IJA and making time for them to attend local chapter events. ... Make space for feedback from interns and realize that thoughtful programs constantly improve; it’s better to start small and iterate than to start big with vague goals that leave interns and staff rudderless and stressed."

— Sara Shahriari, Director of Leadership and Talent Development at Institute for Nonprofit News,"Three ways to build pathways to careers in nonprofit news"

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— Lynn Walsh, assistant director for Trusting News,"Ask your audience what type of climate coverage would be most useful"

Tips to design a strong internship program

— Lynn Walsh , assistant directo r for Tru sting New s,"Ask your audience what type of climate coverage would be most useful"