Covering trans and LGBTQ+ issues during 2024

Trans people and DEIB programs are in the crosshairs of state leaders, legislatures, policymakers, and school boards. Journalists must be prepared to report and share the impact of these efforts, as well as how political candidates are using them to influence voters. 

What are the key issues at stake and the major themes playing out? What are the most reliable sources of unbiased information? And how can reporters better understand multiple perspectives and the nuanced questions involved?

Register now to join a discussion on Friday, May 10 aimed at answering these questions as well as illuminating best practices for your reporting and editing on transgender and LGBTQ+ issues. This webinar is geared for all journalists, especially those new to the beat, or from small and medium news organizations.

The virtual program, produced by the National Press Club Journalism Institute with support of the Trans Journalists Association, will begin at 11:30 a.m. ET and be followed by a Q&A session. 

Participants will learn:

• How to responsibly frame journalistic stories to include trans and LGBTQ+ voices 
• Questions to ask in the current environment  
• How to identify policy and political stories relevant to your audiences, whether they’re local, regional, or national
• How to authentically ensure your sources and LGBTQ+ story subjects feel seen and heard

Speakers:

• Katie Barnes, digital feature writer, ESPN
• Lex McMenamin, news and politics editor, Teen Vogue
• Phoebe Petrovic, investigative reporter, Wisconsin Watch
• Moderator: Gina Chua, executive editor, Semafor

About the National Press Club Journalism Institute

The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged global citizenry through an independent and free press, and equips journalists with skills and standards to inform the public in ways that inspire a more representative democracy. As the non-profit affiliate of the National Press Club, the Institute powers journalism in the public interest.

The Institute depends on grants, foundation funds, and contributions from individuals like you. Your donation today allows the Institute to offer the majority of its programming at no cost.