The_JDF

The industry-supported bursary fund from @nctj_news to help people from diverse backgrounds train as journalists.

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"Make sure you are paying people for work placements and internships in order to create a level playing field for those from low socioeconomic backgrounds" says Rebecca Moore @cnni @cnnipr #NCTJdiversity

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It's okay to not feel okay after covering a difficult story, says @CJPrker, and you're not alone - so being open about that can really help #NCTJdiversity

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A big well done to @Carly_Lyes as the recipient of the Footballers Writers’ Association bursary!

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This years Thomas Read recipient is Gareth Hamill! Good luck in your studies📚

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On making mistakes in the language used around disability, @EllieSimmonds1 says "It's okay to get things wrong, it's how you learn from that. Don't be afraid to ask questions." #NCTJdiversity

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A huge thank you to our founding sponsor @NLAmediaaccess for its annual contribution of £100,000 to the @The_JDF . We are very grateful for your continued support #NCTJdiversity

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How can you get the most out of mentoring? "Preparation is key", says @VeronicaKD. Make sure you know ahead of your meetings what you want to get out of the session #NCTJdiversity

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So great to be joined by this year's bursary recipients, as well as our industry supporters ✨ #NCTJdiversity

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🎉We’re excited to kick off our equality, diversity and inclusion conference today! Hosted by @cnni we’re bringing together journalists, employers, educators and students. Stay tuned for updates throughout the day! 🌟#NCTJdiversity @cnnipr

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Former @The_JDF recipient @Ba11Talk says that not seeing himself represented is what drove him to become a sports journalist, and that now he receives messages from young people who are inspired to do the same #nctjdiversity

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🎉We’re excited to kick off our equality, diversity and inclusion conference today! Hosted by @cnni we’re bringing together journalists, employers, educators and students. Stay tuned for updates throughout the day! 🌟#NCTJdiversity @cnnipr

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Fantastic to see some familiar faces here, including former @The_JDF recipients and Community News Project reporters 🌟

#JournalismMatters

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Thank you Andy! @SkySportsNews

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Andy Thompson, senior news editor at @SkySportsNews has put in 5km on the rowing machine for our @TRBursary fundraiser!

Please sponsor if you haven't already! https://t.co/FH3TxG0vfa

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Challenge 3: completed!

We've lifted our way to 3000kg 🏋️

Can we hit challenges 1 and 2? If you're taking part, make sure to send us your totals!

Donate: https://t.co/FH3TxG0vfa

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Today is the day!

Please support our fundraiser for @TRBursary which has supported so many aspiring journalists with disabilities and long term health conditions into journalism careers.

Every donation counts: https://t.co/lh9pJxJYN1

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A huge thank you to everyone who has already donated towards our @TRBursary fundraiser.

Tomorrow we will be taking part in 3 challenges to raise £5,000 to support aspiring journalists with disabilities through their NCTJ training.

Please sponsor us! https://t.co/FH3TxG0vfa

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Tomorrow is the big day!

Last year your donations supported bursary recipient @laura_hwd who completed the NCTJ diploma @StMarysU and now works @Shesaballer__

Having been diagnosed with autism and as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, Laura aims to bring diversity to the newsroom by broadening the traditional scope of sports journalism.

Please support our fundraiser so we can continue the work of @TRBursary, every donation counts!

https://t.co/ZGfGVPmEfQ

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The @TRBursary was invaluable in supporting me through the NCTJ qualification and Masters @YourStMarys.

It has enabled me to pursue a career in sports journalism and continue to cover underrepresented groups in sport.

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Please help us raise money for @TRBursary, which helps aspiring journalists with disabilities or long-term physical or mental health problems fund their NCTJ training through the Journalism Diversity Fund.

Find out more and donate: https://t.co/lh9pJxKwCz

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🏃‍♂️🚴‍♀️💪 Join us on 18 October for Thomas’ Triple Challenge as we aim to raise £5,000 for the Thomas Read bursary! Every km and kg counts! 💥

Please donate and get involved! Track your efforts and tag us in your pics 📸

Find out more and donate now ⬇️

https://t.co/IVPUUqQYBc

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🏃‍♂️🚴‍♀️💪 Join us on 18 October for Thomas’ Triple Challenge as we aim to raise £5,000 for the Thomas Read bursary! Every km and kg counts! 💥

Please donate and get involved! Track your efforts and tag us in your pics 📸

Find out more and donate now ⬇️

https://t.co/IVPUUqQYBc

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Don't forget to submit your JDF application by Wednesday, 31 July! ⏰✨

Do get in touch if you have any questions about the application process or eligibility.

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Are you hoping to start an NCTJ course but worried about the costs?

Aspiring journalists have until Wednesday, 31 July to apply to the Journalism Diversity Fund ✨

Bursaries can help with course fees and/or expenses while studying 💻

Find out more ⬇️ https://t.co/eFa9QOY2qz

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Election 🗳️ 2024 done 👍
Fantastic experience to interview and photograph the candidates whilst covering the night/day shift in Staffordshire Moorlands #Election2024 + #dogsatpollingstations @NCTJ_news @The_JDF