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Institute for Journalism and Racial Justice

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Institute for Journalism and Racial Justice
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​​About the Institute

The Institute for Journalism and Racial Justice, a partnership between DePaul University and Public Narrative,  supports independent journalists and advances more inclusive storytelling. The institute is guided by three key goals:

  • Support emerging and freelance journalists by providing mentorship and workshops based on targeted assessments to help deepen skills and content creation ability.

  • Advance racial justice in media by creating space for dialogue, learning and action that challenges inequitable media practices and promotes narrative change by employing asset-framing, solutions journalism and other innovative journalism practices towards more inclusive storytelling.
  • Equip community storytellers by connecting DePaul journalism students, students from other universities, and non-journalist community members with Public Narrative's Chicago Independent Media Alliance​ members through networking activities, workshops, and other meaningful activities.

Contact Us

​​For more information, contact​ Judith McCray, Journalism Senior Professional in Residence and institute facilitator.