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Having a full view of stakeholder conversation across media, online, and social can help you plan your comms strategy – here are insights from engagement in foreign aid topics.

Paris...so good 🙌🏽 3 voices of change👇🏽 Whats your type? When cities are (partly) given back to the citizens, I find that always very motivating. "Before & after photos" are a way to document change. To keep track. I observe 3 different types of comments: 1️⃣ Enthusiasts: They love the picture and react often emotionally. "Great example - when does this come in other cities?" 2️⃣ Analysts: Wanting to know how to collect data about this new situation. Typical questions asked: "Does anyone collect data like that or is it of no interest? 3️⃣ The Critical Voices: Typical reaction: They don't trust the photos represent reality and point to "normal activity", which shows no improvement. I hope this makes all of us become part of a 4th category: 4️⃣ Activists. Those are much needed in times that need all of us to step up. What type are you? Credit: The Lab of Thought/Fouad Khayat #circulareconomy #waste #linkedintopvoices

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We have a great opportunity to increase the value of local news and build a sustainable future for local news at the same time. Local small businesses and local media can work together to create that future. "It’s time for local media and local small businesses to reconnect in mutual reliance," says Jim Haigh. "The most important local news funding still remains local advertisers, local sponsors, and local supporters." That means local news has to make sure it is serving local communities in an effective way. How often has a local news reporter covered a long, boring city meeting and then had to write a story on that long, boring city meeting? The boring recap gets no love, while the new restaurant opening in town is the top story. Now consider how we could use local journalism to boost civic engagement, inform and engage communities, and ensure all communities see their needs, concerns, and dreams reflected in the public square. El Tímpano is a civic media outlet based in Oakland, California, that serves the Bay Area’s Latino and Mayan immigrants. They work in collaboration with residents and local partners to create two-way channels of reporting that empower Oakland’s Spanish-speaking residents. Through innovative approaches to community outreach, El Tímpano surfaces community members’ stories and questions on local and national issues, provides news and information relevant to their needs, and investigates the concerns they bring to their attention. El Tímpano — Spanish for "eardrum" — was founded by Madeleine Bair in 2017 and used a civic partnership model to fuel its growth. El Tímpano isn't just surviving. This outlet serving low-income immigrants with actionable news and information is thriving, and they have become a case study for equity in news and journalism sustainability. This is the future of sustainable local news. It is collaborative and independent. Read more in the latest edition of The Community Builder, our weekly newsletter that spotlights solutions to revitalize local news and celebrates who is creating them. https://lnkd.in/gk7pDUGb Subscribe to The Community Builder: https://lnkd.in/gDSNPgE8 #journalism #localnews #sustainability #community #growth

People move and seek new homes and happiness. However, a problem-oriented approach is dominating the public discourse on migration.  Especially true in an election year. Giving space to positive and LOCAL (!) narratives on integrating new communities is crucial. Bravo to Kyle Butler and WLR FM https://lnkd.in/ehC9heB4

From News Deserts to Revitalization: Navigating the News Void https://lnkd.in/gAJuxmg5 News deserts are most common in economically struggling communities, which also frequently lack affordable and reliable high-speed digital service. Andy Lee Roth and Mickey Huff #newsdeserts

More than ever, we need to find ways to engage and build bridges within our communities. Check out this helpful guide: [Link to the guide](https://lnkd.in/ggHTZhnc)

📚✨ International Day for Universal Access to Information ✨📚 On this day, we celebrate the right to access information for all, promoting transparency, accountability, and inclusivity worldwide. Knowledge is power, and universal access to information empowers individuals and strengthens democracies. Let's champion open access and bridge the information gap! 🌐📖 #AccessToInformation #TransparencyMatters #EmpowerThroughKnowledge #InclusiveSociety #RightToInformation #GlobalAwareness

“Journalism, particularly local, trusted news is the fabric of our democracy.” Our President John Palfrey shares how trusted local news can build community cohesion, foster civic participation, and let the facts speak for themselves. Read more thoughts on building trust and strengthening democracy in his Annual Essay ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eqwtvTsR