Webinar: Learn the Fundamentals of Solutions Journalism

Solutions Journalism is a rigorous and evidence-based approach to covering social issues. It has been used to improve coverage of climate change, race relations, environmental management, social inclusion, and much more. 

Research has found this approach can improve audience engagement, boost trust in journalism, and tackle ‘bad news fatigue’. 

This webinar is a chance to learn the fundamentals, and get a sneak peek into a series of trainings and a new grants program for Australian-based reporters that the Walkley Foundation will launch in early 2024 in a new partnership with the Solutions Journalism Network. 

At the end of this webinar you will:

• Understand what Solutions Journalism is, and how it differs from ‘hero worship’, PR and puff pieces.
• Be introduced to case studies and potential story angles for solutions journalism in Australia.

• Understand how solutions stories can work in different formats including print and digital text, radio and podcasts, TV, and social-first storytelling.
• Understand common barriers to adopting solutions journalism approaches.
• Be introduced to ways in which solutions journalism can engage audiences, build website stickiness, support revenue targets and strengthen community trust in public interest journalism. These topics will be expanded on in a monthly program the Foundation will run in 2024.
• Be introduced to resources and self-directed learning opportunities from the Solutions Journalism Network, and similar organisations such as the Constructive Institute.
• Learn about a new Solutions Journalism grants and training program the Foundation will run in 2024 in partnership with the Solutions Journalism Network.

Date: Monday, 20 November 2023

Time: 1.30-3pm AEDT

Venue: Virtual

Tickets: Free, registration essential

Trainers: 

• Kyuwon Lee, Manager, Training and Curriculum, Solutions Journalism Network
• Corinne Podger, Senior Program Manager, Walkley Foundation, and accredited Solutions Journalism Network trainer.

Support the Walkley Public Fund

This program is made possible with the support of The Walkley Public Fund. Donations to the Public Fund are tax-deductible, and help support Foundation professional development programs including grants, scholarships and fellowships, and training. Learn more and donate here.

Further information: 

Corinne Podger, Senior Manager for Programs and Education, Walkley Foundation - corinne.podger@walkleys.com.

(This session will be recorded)