Quick reads ICFJ+ launches Plus Hub to deliver shared services for independent newsrooms Small and under-resourced news organisations can gain access to enterprise-level tools, tech support and security By Jacob Granger • 1 min read
News New media diversity director Jaldeep Katwala: Why visibility isn't enough From facing racist attacks as a child to becoming a prominent journalist, Katwala has spent four decades proving that adversity can fuel purpose. He’s now determined to ensure the next generation won't have to fight as hard as he did By Jacob Granger • 3 min read
Jody Doherty-Cove speaking at Newsrewired on 22 May 2024. Credit: Frank Noon / Marten Publishing News Does AI actually 'unburden' journalists, like it was supposed to? New research finds that journalists using AI do not think it always frees them up to do more creative work - but isn't that why we brought in the tech? By Jacob Granger • 5 min read
Quick reads 111 journalists killed in 2025, with nearly half the deaths in Gaza As 533 media professionals remain imprisoned globally, the IFJ is calling for urgent international action to protect press freedom and hold governments accountable for attacks on journalists By Marcela Kunova • 2 min read
Quick reads WAN-IFRA and FIPP announce historic merger In a landmark move to counter the dominance of tech giants and AI, the world's two largest publisher associations are merging to create an unprecedented alliance of more than 20,000 media brands By Marcela Kunova • 1 min read
News Four fears keeping you from becoming a consultant – and how to overcome them Stop talking yourself out of a rewarding career change, and start believing in what you have to offer By Khalil A. Cassimally • 7 min read
Grace Murray, environment reporter and impact producer for The Bureau of Investigative Journalism News My mission to interview 100 Indigenous people ahead of COP30 As climate takes centre stage in Brazil in 2030, TBIJ’s Grace Murray is spotlighting local voices now — pushing the world to listen and act By Grace Murray • 7 min read
Inside journalism careers newsletter End of year round-up: Inside journalism careers with JUK As we welcome the winter in here at Journalism UK, we want to look back at a year's worth of resources and recommendations and sift through it all to help point you in the right direction. To wrap up 2025, here are some of the most practical lessons and resources we’ve shared to help you thrive, stay safe, and keep moving forward: * The indie journalism reality check: Thinking about going solo? YouTuber Johnny Harris' gave a top talk at the International Journalism Festival in Perugia this By Ophelia Birch • 4 min read
