Journalism is a powerful tool. For centuries, media has been used to villify communties of color but it has also made change for the good. At Next City, we use journalism to spread solutions to social issues. But it can also be used to hold the powerful accountable, highlight the work of community members and change longheld narratives about people, places and ideas. During this conversation, we’ll speak with community-centered journalists about the current media landscape, their visions for the future of journalism and community storytelling — from checks and balances in the media to empowering communities to take control of their own stories, and how the work they’re doing in their newsrooms is helping to achieve a more equitable future. We’ll also discuss how meeting audiences where they are — in their neighborhoods and on social media — can have a powerful impact on people’s access to information and overall livelihood. Throughout the 20th Anniversary Solutions of the Year festival, you will hear from dozens of speakers who are making change happen around issues such as reparations, community development, public health and more. Festival programming explores the solutions that we want to see spread from one city to the next. Anyone working for greater justice and equity in cities will be able to take inspiration from this festival into 2024. Purchase a single ticket now to all of the events for just $50, or pay what you wish by registering for each event individually. Everyone who donates will receive a copy of our annual Solutions of the Year special issue magazine. [[person_1]] [[person_2]] [[person_3]] [[person_4]] [[person_5]]