Poynter opens 2026 Leadership Academy for Women in Media
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 13 November 2025
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The Poynter Institute's 2026 Leadership Academy for Women in Media will take place from March 23–27, 2026. This program is designed to enhance leadership skills for women and nonbinary journalists globally.Summary
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida — The Poynter Institute has announced its 2026 Leadership Academy for Women in Media, a weeklong program designed to equip women and nonbinary journalists with essential leadership and management skills to shape the media organizations of the future. Scheduled for March 23–27, 2026, the academy will accept 40 participants from around the world.
Since its launch in 2015, the Poynter Leadership Academy for Women in Media has transformed the careers of more than 650 alumni. The program helps participants strengthen managerial abilities, navigate ethical decisions, handle complex workplace dynamics, and build meaningful professional networks. Many graduates describe the experience as transformative, fostering lifelong connections and mentorships.
Poynter reports that the program’s impact extends well beyond the training week. According to a 2023 survey of alumni, 75 percent said they gained greater confidence in themselves and the journalism industry, 72 percent apply lessons from the academy weekly, and 60 percent have since advanced into new or expanded leadership roles.
The 2026 edition will once again be led by Kate Cox, a former editor-in-chief of The Counter, and Fernanda Camarena, an award-winning journalist with over two decades of experience in leadership, ethics, and editorial standards. Together, they guide participants through hands-on workshops, candid discussions, and peer-to-peer learning designed to strengthen newsroom leadership.
The academy is open to all women, including cis and trans women, as well as nonbinary and gender nonconforming journalists who are comfortable in a space centered on women’s experiences in media.
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Key Points
- The academy will run from March 23–27, 2026, in St. Petersburg, Florida.
- Open to 40 participants worldwide, focusing on women and nonbinary journalists.
- Since 2015, over 650 alumni have benefited from the program.
- A 2023 survey indicated most graduates gained confidence and advanced in their careers.
- Led by Kate Cox and Fernanda Camarena, featuring hands-on workshops and peer learning.
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