Centre for Community Journalism

Cardiff University’s Centre for Community Journalism offers networking, information and training for hyperlocal or community journalists. This project is part of the Transforming Communities engagement projects that demonstrate Cardiff University’s commitment to the communities of Cardiff, Wales and beyond.

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Making the case for press recognition: a survey By Matt Abbott | 16th Aug 2017

We are calling on the NUJ to provide press cards for the community and hyperlocal news sector.

London's vibrant alternative media - The LDNCommMedia Report By Matt Abbott | 8th Aug 2017

Community media in London represents a responsive alternative to the traditional media that...

ICNN welcomes its first official member: West Leeds Dispatch By Matt Abbott | 3rd Aug 2017

ICNN is proud to announce West Leeds Dispatch as its first official member.

ICNN - The Independent Community News Network now open for members By Emma Meese | 18th Jul 2017

In December last the Centre for Community Journalism announced that we are launching a...

Our Manifesto By Emma Meese | 18th Jul 2017

ICNN Mission Statement “Our mission is to promote quality journalism, help address the...

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We’re saddened to hear that the Cleethorpes Chron has written it’s last ever headline. A great independent newspape… https://t.co/yTygPKUWFW 16 hours ago

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