Each participant was asked to write a word or phrase about what they were taking away from the Newsroom Summit.\u00a0 Some of their comments follow.<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Every person in the community has a voice: in order to improve the quality of journalism in the future, every voice must be heard – the diversity of ideas will create the paper of tomorrow<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Throw the dart<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Encouraged by the teens here today – their intelligence and thoughtfulness<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Readers \u00a0<——-> Content<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I have a lot to look forward to<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Advice from experienced people in the world of journalism. Thank you! (Christine, Senior Pius XI High School)<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fusion, inclusion<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Think outside the box. Relevance. Reader service. Have a passion for what we do<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Let’s be interesting every day. One of the best things anyone can say about a newspaper is that it is interesting<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Involvement<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Tell better stories in a way that will capture the attention of young readers & feature their young voices throughout the paper. (Terry)<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Powerful stories behind our stories<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Re-think international news coverage and local connections<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Think in new ways. More is possible than you think when you think<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ordinary people are so important<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 New voices in the paper and in the newsroom – as a routine – especially Gen Y<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Be open. To ideas, people, opportunities, places and perspectives<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Re-igniting with the passion and courage to do journalism that matters<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Keeping the free press free<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Write for the reader<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Make an effort to let readers know how we make decisions. Remember that every reader is a unique person whose perception of the world might be vastly different from your own<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Let our passion about journalism emerge in our stories<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 It is our obligation to build momentum<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Sustain the passion\u2026.through communication–Don’t assume<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Commitment<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Steam clean the engine<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Relevancy and writing<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The task of resolving contradictory desires<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I’m reminded: The potential for transforming news and newsrooms is unbounded. I am left wondering is the will to transform news & newsrooms equal to the opportunity.\u00a0 (Cole)<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Break from reality brings new appreciation for reality. (Bob)<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Remember the ordinary people<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Get into our readers’ lives<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Journalism is not static<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Give everyone a voice<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Opportunity for redemption as an industry and profession<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Find new ways to bring the world home<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure buy-in<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I’m responsible for changing and improving my newsroom culture<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Go home and motivate, inspire and follow through<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 In-paper promotions in sports, comics section<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Reject conformity, buck ritual<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Readers need to see the human side of journalism and journalists<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Opportunity to connect with readers has never been better<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Understand the base of knowledge. Write across the generations.<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Responsibility<\/p>\n
*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I am the future of journalism! But is vital that I learn and respect the past and work on my skills in the present.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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