M-T1-MP-13 · Theme 1 · Media & Public Relations
Journalist Roundtables
Listen to local journalists together about coverage gaps, audience needs and access barriers without turning the session into a collective pitch.
What could this idea change?
Community organisations learn how to supply more relevant, accurate information while journalists retain independence and source diversity.
A simple way to start
- Interview a few journalists to shape a useful, non-promotional agenda. Who could lead it: Roundtable convenor
- Invite participants with purpose, attribution and hospitality clearly stated. Who could lead it: Media liaison
- Open with Rotary listening commitments and matters outside scope. Who could lead it: Club chair
- Facilitate newsroom needs, community gaps and practical improvements. Who could lead it: Independent facilitator
- Return a de-identified action summary for participant correction. Who could lead it: Rapporteur
What should we look for?
- Invitees represent different local media audiences and formats.
Before we say yes
- Does it fit a real local need?
- Can people take part safely and fairly?
- Are the facts, permissions and Rotary branding right?
- Who will lead it, and when will we review it?