Effective leadership requires focus, adaptability and self-awareness. The JSK Fellowships help journalists develop those strengths so they can return to their communities to lead with intent and purpose. Apply now. buff.ly/oECMPJ2

Congrats to JSK alum Tom Van de Weghe on his new book, Back to China. 👏 Drawn from more than 20 years of firsthand experience, his reflections go beyond the usual takes with a nuanced perspective on how the country’s changes affect us all. 🌐 #journalism buff.ly/fXPW9rK

Powerful work from JSK alum Davíd Rodriguez Muñoz for the Detroit Free Press, documenting the care, love, and challenges of Michigan providers supporting children with special needs. Story by Beki San Martin. #Photojournalism

JSK alum Matt Kiefer and colleague Hannah Harris Green created an open-source database for their investigation into drug overdose trends across the country. It's powerful example of data-driven #journalism serving the public good. Links to their reporting are in the comments. buff.ly/hsVqpsU

Tuesday, Nov. 4, will mark Stanford’s fifth Democracy Day, a university-wide academic holiday held annually on U.S. Election Day, when classes pause and the campus turns its focus toward civic engagement and learning. buff.ly/aFUF4SO

We give journalists space to explore and the tools to lead. The result? Stronger news and stronger communities. buff.ly/w8ywWH0

Paulette Brown-Hinds, JSK alum and founder of the Inland Empire Journalism Innovation Hub, leads a discussion on treating local news as a public good, and why representation and inclusion in media matter. This free talk starts at 10am and is open to the public.

This year, the deadline is the same for all JSK applications: Dec 3 at 1pm PT. Now is the time to get started. buff.ly/w8ywWH0

2010 alum Paul Radu and OCCRP launch Floodlight Gaming, connecting investigative journalists and game developers to turn real-world exposés into interactive experiences. "The games that were submitted through the jam were incredible and really elevated the reporting.”

JSK alum Rashad Mahmood and Press Forward New Mexico are helping communities reconnect with local journalism through a mix of advocacy, funding, and training. buff.ly/VZMghJ4

The SPJ Foundation has awarded $75,000 to nine journalism organizations and SPJ chapters across the US. The grants support First Amendment awareness, media literacy, public information access, and advocacy for journalists and their communities. buff.ly/pTEicF0

Big Local News joins The New York Times Local Investigations Fellowship in supporting a new investigative reporting center at Deep South Today, a nonprofit network of local newsrooms.

“I really love being at the university, where our very mission is to share what we learn with the world.” —Stanford physicist Surya Ganguli.

Journalists turn in access badges and exit the Pentagon rather than agree to new reporting rules. buff.ly/GqchHOE

"This is about a breach of editorial independence.” — IDS co-editor-in-chiefs Mia Hilkowitz and Andrew Miller buff.ly/bdFRmSH

Please help us welcome three new members to our Board of Visitors: Emilia Díaz-Struck, executive director at GIJN; Jodie Ginsberg, CEO at CPJ; Liz Kelly Nelson, founder of Project C. We're excited about the insights and expertise these leaders bring to the fellowship. buff.ly/QEr0BLK

Apply now for the JSK Journalism Fellowships and join a network of journalists shaping what’s next. Deadline: Dec 3. buff.ly/a2mE59q

A new article by JSK alum Aaron Glantz looks at veterans who face federal charges after protesting ICE sweeps and Trump’s national guard deployments. buff.ly/SxGdIha

Mark your calendars: Applications for the 2026-27 cohort open next week, Oct 15. jsk.stanford.edu/become-a-fel...

Always a good sign. #journalism #LocalNews #fellowship

New year, new cohort, same unstoppable energy! It’s hard to express how excited we are to finally have the 2026 JSK Fellows here at Stanford. We look forward to supporting this extraordinary group of leaders on their journey of growth, collaboration and impact. 🙌 #journalism buff.ly/3FuL3KT

👏 Put your hands together for the 2025 ONA Impact Award winner, Andrew Losowsky. Join us in celebrating his commitment to community-centered journalism and his outstanding contributions to the field. #LocalNews buff.ly/o3Y7yE1

Stanford University’s Bill Lane Center for the American West is now accepting applications for its Western Media Fellowship, a journalism award that provides $7,500 for a three-month project. buff.ly/Rj9wgPe

JSK alum Jenka Soderberg hosts the podcast Out of the Streets of Portland, which won 3rd place for Best Podcast in this year's Blue Pencil and Gold Screen Awards. 👏 Congrats, Jenka! #KBOOradio

I found this a very clear explanation of what we're going through: our democracy in danger as fear spreads through different parts of society, from military to academia to corporate. www.nytimes.com/2025/07/21/o...

Who among us has started using TikTok in their journalism workflow? 🧐 buff.ly/GTbeZtx

I figured it was a good morning to wear my @jskstanford.bsky.social reunion T-shirt, especially considering how much this week felt like a roller coaster. The thumbs ups and first bumps made it feel like it was the right choice.

👏 ICYMI: Press Forward is committing $22.7 million to 22 infrastructure projects to help local newsrooms thrive. These projects address some of the most significant challenges in journalism. It’s beyond thrilling to see bold ideas get the support they need! buff.ly/KnZozMI

Journalists are burning out, and managers can make a difference. 2025 JSK Fellow Joe Ruiz shares lessons from multiple interviews, his own newsroom experience, and what leadership training taught him about supporting mental health. buff.ly/YzVTcZf

What happens when your last remaining outlet to reach millions is suddenly blocked? 2025 JSK Fellow Mikhail Rubin explores YouTube’s fall in Russia, and what needs to happen next to keep press freedom alive.

Seems like just yesterday we were celebrating this amazing group. From day one, the 2025 cohort brought brilliance, heart, and hustle. ✨ Stay bold! #journalism #FutureOfNews

The Telegram app is seen as a tool of resistance, created by a man hailed as a privacy hero. But a new investigation by JSK alum Roman Anin and the team at iStories reveals that it’s also a tool of Russian state power, used to surveil, manipulate, and sabotage. buff.ly/tFLx2F0

Newsrooms are full of smart people. But being good at your job doesn’t automatically make you a great teacher. 2025 JSK Fellow Ryan Pitts spent the year studying how journalists can teach each other more effectively. This is a must-read for anyone who’s helped someone level up. buff.ly/ahNdwjq

Behind every great JSK Fellowships class is a thoughtful, dedicated selection committee. Many thanks for your hard work in shaping the 2026 cohort. Your time and care are deeply appreciated! buff.ly/eEHaP7u

Meet Veengas, founder and editor of The Rise News, the first nonprofit digital news outlet in Pakistan’s Sindh province. Help us welcome her to JSK! Launched in 2019, The Rise News focuses on independent journalism, local reporting, and amplifying marginalized communities. buff.ly/Lel0wIr

Meet Eric Ulken, vice president of product management at The Baltimore Banner, a nonprofit digital startup that’s now Maryland’s largest news organization. Help us welcome him to JSK! He also teaches media entrepreneurship and co-founded the Data Desk at the LA Times. buff.ly/9cqnjES

Meet Ramsey G. Tesdell, CEO of Sowt Media. He co-founded Sowt to bring narrative, non-fiction audio journalism to Arabic-speaking audiences. He frequently mentors media startups, focusing on strategy, storytelling, and long-term sustainability. Help us welcome Ramsey to JSK! buff.ly/KdVLhne

Meet Sérgio Spagnuolo, a journalist and media entrepreneur based in São Paulo. He founded Núcleo Jornalismo, a newsroom investigating technology’s social impact. He’s led media innovation in Brazil for over a decade, from launching Volt Data Lab to Atlas da Notícia. Welcome to JSK! buff.ly/vCU5ARU

Meet Damaso Reyes, executive and investigative editor of the New York Amsterdam News and founding editor of its Blacklight investigative unit. He has reported from across the globe, and his work has earned major honors, including the 2024 Ida B. Wells Award. Welcome to JSK! buff.ly/NYrxnA5

Meet Kae Petrin, co-executive director of the Trans Journalists Association and a data reporter at Civic News Company. Their work blends accountability journalism and LGBTQ+ coverage, with a focus on visual storytelling. Welcome to JSK! buff.ly/wvJNYDH

Meet Elise Pepple, former executive director of Marfa Public Radio, where she shaped the station into a storytelling and community hub for West Texas. Under her leadership, the station launched a podcast studio and won a national Murrow Award. Help us welcome Elise to JSK! buff.ly/j5Xq42r

Meet Terry Parris Jr., Public Square editor at Headway, a longform journalism initiative from The New York Times. He has also launched several journalism projects, including MISSING THEM, ProPublica’s first engagement team, and the Library Newsroom Project. Welcome to JSK, Terry! buff.ly/Y0dhqDv

Happy to have contributed to this collection of essays on Artificial Intelligence & journalism published today in the @columjournreview.bsky.social . As a @jskstanford.bsky.social fellow, I studied the impact of AI on photojournalism & building public trust in news photos www.cjr.org/feature-2/ho...

John-Allan Namu, the co-founding CEO of Africa Uncensored, has led some of the most important investigations on the continent—from war crimes in South Sudan to financial secrets in the Pandora Papers. We're proud to welcome him to Stanford and JSK! buff.ly/3zpxwGg

Meet Asraa Mustufa, managing editor at The Examination, an award-winning nonprofit newsroom investigating global health threats. From the Pandora Papers to tracking how public funds shape schools, Asraa has helped target accountability across borders and communities. Welcome, Asraa! buff.ly/MG8NDcT

Meet Candice Mays, the project director at Mapping Black California, where she leads a one-of-a-kind data journalism unit dedicated to addressing systemic inequality in Black communities. Her work proves that data journalism can be both human and impactful. Welcome to JSK, Candice! buff.ly/OundiYn

A nationwide collaboration led by Stanford’s Big Local News and Stanford University Libraries contributed to a 2025 Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting.

Meet Dessi Lange-Damianova, the COO of Bellingcat. Since joining Bellingcat, she has helped the organization grow from a small group of bloggers to a world-class global investigative powerhouse. Her experience spans four continents and more than 70 countries. buff.ly/EXHVasx

Meet Sebastián Hidalgo, a Chicago-based photojournalist. His 2024 exposé on police and migrant laborers led to a city investigation and federal lawsuit. As a mentor in civic storytelling spaces, Hidalgo also leads vital conversations on the role of visual media in democracy. buff.ly/sdCD3XC

Meet Allison Herrera, a senior reporter at APM Reports, uncovering the hidden truths behind land transfers, wealth extraction, and justice for Indigenous communities. Her work on ‘In Trust’ won the 2023 Gerald Loeb Award. Help us welcome Allison to Stanford and JSK! buff.ly/wunPxz1