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Apply by Aug. 7 for free leadership training at NAHJ/RTDNA/SPJ

 
The institute will select 16 mid-level editors and news directors around the country for free leadership and management training on goal-setting, strategies, leadership style, driving diversity, and technology and innovation. They will also receive travel incentives. 


The deadline to apply for the Minority Leadership Institute at NAHJ/RTDNA/SPJ prior to the Excellence in Journalism conference is approaching quickly. Submit your applications by Firday, Aug. 7, to be considered. Apply by Aug. 28 if interested in participating in the institute at ASNE-APME.

Each institute will select 16 mid-level editors and news directors around the country for free leadership and management training on goal-setting, strategies, leadership style, driving diversity, and technology and innovation. They will also receive travel incentives. 

Watch this slideshow of photos from last year's institutes, and share it with any colleagues who might benefit from attending one of the institutes. 

The American Press Institute, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Loyola University Chicago's School of Communication and the Scripps Howard Foundation are our generous sponsors.  

See below for more details on the two institutes and how to apply: 

  • At NAHJ/RTDNA/SPJ: Sept. 17-18 before the Excellence in Journalism conference in Orlando. Participants will be responsible for making their own travel arrangements. One night of lodging and up to $350 for travel will be reimbursed with valid receipts. Some meals during the training will be provided. Apply by Aug. 7 by email to asne@asne.org with the subject line "ASNE Minority Leadership Institute application-NAHJ/RTDNA/SPJ," and include the following: 

    • A resume

    • A 300-word essay describing the leadership role you play in your organization, including day-to-day managerial duties and why you would benefit from the institute

    • A nomination letter from your supervisor (You must be employed by a news or media organization to be considered.)

  • At ASNE-APME: Oct. 15-16 before the ASNE-APME conference in Palo Alto, California. Arrangements will be made for travel and two nights of lodging, and some meals during the training will be provided. Apply by Aug. 28 by email to asne@asne.org with the subject line "ASNE Minority Leadership Institute application-ASNE-APME," and include the following: 

    • A resume

    • A 300-word essay describing the leadership role you play in your organization, including day-to-day managerial duties and why you would benefit from the institute

    • A nomination letter from your supervisor (You must be employed by a news or media organization to be considered.)

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