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Learn how journalists can tap public and academic libraries to find and use government documents, academic research, archives, and other resources that are free via libraries, but not easily accessible on the open web.

Join us to hear from April Hines, journalism and mass communications librarian for the George A. Smathers Libraries at the University of Florida. Her research areas include information literacy instruction for journalists, library marketing and outreach, and social media engagement.

Registration is open for this virtual program, which will take place on Friday, Sept. 8, at 11:30 a.m. ET over Zoom.

Participants will learn:

The types of information resources available in public libraries
How to tap into the expertise of subject matter experts in academic libraries
How to request help from librarians, especially when you’re on a deadline
The wealth of story ideas that can originate from library resources

This program will be recorded. Please register to receive a link to the recording.

When to request disability accommodations in the workplace

“You can request an accommodation at any time during the application process or while you are employed. You can request an accommodation even if you did not ask for one when applying for a job or after receiving a job offer . In general, you should request an accommodation when you know that there is a workplace barrier that is preventing you, due to a disability, from competing for a job, performing a job, or gaining equal access to a benefit of employment like an employee lunch room or employee parking. As a practical matter, it is better to request an accommodation before your job performance suffers or conduct problems occur because employers do not have to rescind discipline that occurred before they knew about your disability.”

-- Job Accommodation Network, guide on negotiating accommodations

Health and policy journalist joins National Press Club Journalism Institute as new training director

Bara Vaida, an experienced health and science journalist who reports on business, consumer, wellness, and policy issues, has joined the National Press Club Journalism Institute as its Director of Training. Vaida started in the role on Aug. 21.

In this role, Vaida will develop and expand the Institute’s professional development portfolio and training strategy; create unique learning opportunities for journalists; and produce timely resources for journalists, including the Institute’s afternoon newsletter, The Latest.

“I am thrilled to be joining the talented team at the National Press Club Journalism Institute. The Institute’s work is vital to ensuring an independent and free press, and I’m honored to bring my background and experience to the organization,” Vaida said. “I look forward to inspiring and supporting journalists across the country with the training and resources they need to succeed."

Vaida brings a wealth of experience and service to the Institute’s community of more than 8,000 program participants and subscribers throughout the U.S. Through her 30 years as both a newsroom and independent journalist, she’s navigated the halls of Congress and has gained an in-depth understanding of corporate, economic, and international business issues, health care policy, lobbying, and technology.

“Bara’s vast reporting experience and thoughtful approach to practical training are only two of her many strengths,” said Beth Francesco, executive director of the Institute. “Her perspective as a journalist and a trainer who has worked with a number of news organizations will help shape how the Institute meets the ever-evolving needs of journalists. She’s jumped right in in shaping programming and on The Latest newsletter — I couldn’t be more pleased she’s chosen the Institute as the place to share her insight.”

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This newsletter is written & edited by the National Press Club Journalism Institute staff: Beth Francesco, Bara Vaida, and Holly Butcher Grant. Send us your questions and suggestions for topics to cover.

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