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Registration Now Live!
2024 Oregon Rural Journalism Conference July 18 in Redmond
We can’t wait to see you in July!
Visit our Rural Journalism Conference website to get your FREE ticket to the conference and see all the latest news, including:
- How to access scholarships for room reservations
- Keynote speaker announcement
- Conference program line-up
Don’t forget to sign up for the ONPA banquet later that night! Find all the details on our conference website.
Click here to visit site and register!
Oregon State Society benefit breaks fundraising record with FORJ!
$12,000 Raised to Support Rural Journalism
FORJ took center stage at the Oregon State Society’s annual charity benefit in Washington, D.C. last month, breaking fundraising records with $12,000 raised for Oregon journalism!
FORJ Board Chair Heidi Wright spoke to lawmakers and influential leaders about the need for more protections and supports for journalism across our state.
Thank you, Oregon State Society, for this honor and your incredible support!
FORJ Executive Director Speaks on Rural Journalism Panel
Jody Lawrence-Turner joined other rural community advocates at the April 19 Rural Development Initiative Regards to Rural conference where she spoke on a panel titled “Uplifting Rural Voices: Amplifying Authentic Storytelling through Rural Journalism.”
Erin Borla from The Roundhouse Foundation moderated the panel discussion, which also featured Chelsea Marr with the Columbia Gorge News, and Ben Shors who is chair of the journalism program at Washington State University.
Jody shared insights into the role journalism plays in the health of local communities and urged leaders at the conference to build support for journalism into their strategic planning.
“Journalism needs to be a part of community and economic development strategies to help communities thrive. It is a fundamental building block of a strong community.”
~Jody Lawrence-Turner
