The Poynter Institute has selected 34 newsroom leaders for the 2025 Leadership Academy for Women, aimed at empowering women and nonbinary leaders in journalism. Participants bring diverse backgrounds from local, nonprofit, public media, and digital organizations. Since its launch in 2015, the academy has supported over 680 professionals, with notable outcomes like increased confidence and leadership roles. Poynter leaders stress the importance of collaboration and shared problem-solving within the cohort, fostering a supportive environment for personal and professional growth in the journalism industry.
Many leaders come into this program feeling alone in their challenges. But inside this room, among this group, are the breakthroughs, solutions and insights they've been looking for. The strength of this academy is the deep trust and collaboration that builds within each cohort-it's where real transformation happens.
Journalists in leadership roles are facing complex challenges as they navigate the evolving media landscape. The Leadership Academy for Women provides these accomplished professionals with the space, skills and support to lead with confidence and clarity.
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