Future news worldwide conference 2020

The Future News Worldwide Conference 2020 was a virtual conference held on June 15-16, 2020, which brought together journalists, media professionals, and experts from around the world to discuss the future of journalism and the challenges it faces.

The conference was organized by the BBC and the Poynter Institute, and it featured a range of keynote speakers, panel discussions, and workshops. The event was designed to provide a platform for journalists and media professionals to share their experiences, ideas, and best practices, and to explore the latest trends and innovations in the field.

Some of the key topics discussed at the conference included:

  1. The impact of technology on journalism: The conference explored the ways in which technology is changing the way we consume and produce news, and the challenges and opportunities that this presents for journalists.
  2. The future of local journalism: The conference discussed the importance of local journalism and the challenges that local news outlets are facing, including declining revenue and the need to adapt to changing audience habits.
  3. The role of social media in journalism: The conference examined the ways in which social media is changing the way we consume and produce news, and the challenges and opportunities that this presents for journalists.
  4. The importance of diversity and inclusion in journalism: The conference highlighted the importance of diversity and inclusion in journalism, and the need for newsrooms to reflect the communities they serve.
  5. The future of investigative journalism: The conference discussed the challenges and opportunities facing investigative journalism, including the need for new funding models and the importance of protecting sources.

Some of the keynote speakers at the conference included:

  1. Amol Rajan, Editor-in-Chief of the BBC
  2. Julie Pace, Executive Editor of the Associated Press
  3. Raju Narisetti, former Editor-in-Chief of The Huffington Post
  4. Emily Bell, Director of the Tow Center for Digital Journalism at Columbia University
  5. David Carr, Media Columnist for The New York Times

The conference also featured a range of panel discussions and workshops, including:

  1. "The Future of Local Journalism": This panel discussion explored the challenges and opportunities facing local news outlets, including the need to adapt to changing audience habits and the importance of community engagement.
  2. "The Role of Social Media in Journalism": This panel discussion examined the ways in which social media is changing the way we consume and produce news, and the challenges and opportunities that this presents for journalists.
  3. "The Importance of Diversity and Inclusion in Journalism": This panel discussion highlighted the importance of diversity and inclusion in journalism, and the need for newsrooms to reflect the communities they serve.
  4. "The Future of Investigative Journalism": This panel discussion discussed the challenges and opportunities facing investigative journalism, including the need for new funding models and the importance of protecting sources.

Overall, the Future News Worldwide Conference 2020 was a valuable opportunity for journalists and media professionals to come together and discuss the future of journalism, and to share their experiences, ideas, and best practices.