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Gen Z will save your newsroom - if you let them

Mental health, growth opportunities and strong editorial values are all non-negotiables for the generation of journalists coming through

Quentin Leboucher
Quentin Leboucher
July 28, 2026 – 5 min read

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Gen Z will save your newsroom - if you let them
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