for an INFORMED ELECTORATE, VIBRANT COMMUNITIES & WORLD-CLASS CITIZENs
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OUR mission
Advocating for Quality News ...
The Fair Media Council is a one-of-a-kind 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization. We work to improve the public conversation on the hyperlocal, regional and national levels.
As one of the oldest, most successful media watchdogs in the country, one side of our mission focuses on keeping the news media responsive and responsible to the public it serves. The other half of what we do?
& Working to Create a
Media-Savvy Society
Simply put, this isn’t the news of your parents’ generation. Today’s complicated and continuously fragmenting media landscape demands an educated news consumer.
We call it media savvy.
We’ve designed an organization to help people thrive in a media-driven world. We strive to build an informed electorate, vibrant communities and world-class citizens.
Here’s our story, and how we can help you.
Recent Speakers
John Carreyrou I WSJ
Margaret Hoover I PBS
Eleanor Clift I The Daily Beast
Jaci Clement I Fair Media Council
Patrick Dolan I Newsday
John Avlon I CNN
Maggie Haberman I NY Times
Bringing out the best in news is a hallmark of Fair Media Council and its signature events, which include “The News Conference: Real & Powerful” and annual Folio Awards. Candid discussions about the state of news and the impact upon the public’s right shine light on how today’s newsrooms operate, and provide behind-the-scenes information on current events as they turn into American history.
Our Story
News is an awesome force: It colors your world and shapes your opinions. At Fair Media Council, we work to improve the quality of news and help you become an educated news consumer, so you can navigate today’s media landscape with confidence. Our view of the world begins on Long Island, N.Y., where we’re proudly headquartered in the No. 1 media market in the world.
How We Do It
Connections & Respect
We bring the best in news & the public together to engage in open dialogue, as well as to build relationships and mutual respect
Bridging the Gap
Our programs provide transparency into newsroom decisions to help the public navigate the media landscape & find quality news
Best Practices & Monitoring
Working with newsrooms, we compile real-time information on the latest best practices & standards for news & monitor changes that impact the public's right to know
Awards & Feedback
Our Folio Awards program recognizes quality news and also sends feedback to newsrooms on what the public wants & needs in its news
Pro Dev Certification
Given the exclusive nature of our programming, attendees may earn FMC certification to illustrate continuous training & achievement to employers
Commentary & Filings
We provide commentary & opinions in our newsletter & in filings with FCC & NYS Public Service Commission, grant media interviews & speak to organizations
More Ways to Get Involved
Journalists & communications professionals are sought for speakers on a rolling basis. Email info@fairmediacouncil.org
Prior board experience & senior-level management of a business or nonprofit are among the qualifications. For details, email jaci@fairmediacouncil.org
Graduate students majoring in nonprofit management may apply to intern with FMC for fall or spring semesters. Email info@fairmediacouncil.org
Vintage Folio Awards! With @davidushery4ny @lbaquero4ny @jimrosenfield @danatylertv @harrymartinunderwater @brendablackmonny @jaciclement #fmcfolio #news #anchors @nbcnewyork @cbsnewyork
Folio Awards, back when Jody Fisher was winning things instead of judging things. @jodyfisher70 @craigallen880 #fmcfolio #news #awards #gimmethat #thatsmine
Folio Awards, with Newsday's Ed Lowe and Long Island Business News' John Kominicki. #fmcfolio #history #memories #funny #thesetwo #newspaper #legends. #friends
Folio Awards. #winning @cealdowd #fmcfolio #memory #history #fios1news
Folio Awards, the year with The New York Times' Maggie Haberman. #fmcfolio #journalism #news #democracy #whitehouse #media
Folio Awards, the year with CBS News' Jim Axelrod. @cbsnews @cbseveningnews @cbstv @cbssundaymorning #fmcfolio #reporter #news #correspondent #media #author #investigativereporting
#winning. At Folio Awards, Jen and Suki. #newswomen #journalists #newsies #candid #tbthursday #tbt @mclogantv @sukanya
Folio Awards, the year ABC News' Bob Woodruff charmed the audience with stories of his early broadcasting days. #fmcfolio #tbt #tbthursday #people #speakers #journalist #news #media #tv @bobwoodruff @abcnews @abcworldnewstonight @abcnetwork
The first of three times (!) Donny Deutsch spoke at FMC. Each time more fun than the last. #fmcfolio #throwback #vintage #NYC #personality #celebrities @donnyjdeutsch
Folio Awards, evidently the year of the blue-and-yellow dress code. With Jaci Clement, Harry Smith, Ernie Anastos & Rosanna Scotto. #fmcfolio @ernieanastos @rosannascotto @fox5ny @nbcnews #events #news #personalities #celebrities #New York #icons
Audience favorites: CBS New York's Maurice Dubois and Kristine Johnson presenting at the Folio Awards. @mauriceduboistv @kjohnsononair @cbsnewyork @cbsnews #fmcfolio #pros #celebration #news #anchors #media #allstars
Great gentleman and two-time Folio Awards speaker Dan Rather with FMC's Jaci Clement in 2002, while he was still in the chair at CBS. (And, yes, the pink is Escada). #fmcfolio #anchor #legend #history #pink
