for an INFORMED ELECTORATE, VIBRANT COMMUNITIES & WORLD-CLASS CITIZENs
OUR mission
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?
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.
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.
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.
We bring the best in news & the public together to engage in open dialogue, as well as to build relationships and mutual respect
Our programs provide transparency into newsroom decisions to help the public navigate the media landscape & find quality news
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
Our Folio Awards program recognizes quality news and also sends feedback to newsrooms on what the public wants & needs in its news
Given the exclusive nature of our programming, attendees may earn FMC certification to illustrate continuous training & achievement to employers
We provide commentary & opinions in our newsletter & in filings with FCC & NYS Public Service Commission, grant media interviews & speak to organizations
What's next? The one-and-only Real & Powerful News Conference. #dec3 #savethedate #news #journalism#transparency #democracy #responsibility #trust #credibility #events #conference
Get the latest news about news in The Watch List, part of FMC's weekly newsletter. The issue in today's edition: shutting down FiOS1 News. Sign up to get it in your inbox at fairmediacouncil.org #news #media #fios1 #Verizon #watchlist
Save $$$! Get your early bird tickets now for Dec 3's The News Conference: Real & Powerful at the Garden City Hotel. Buy online! #news #media #democracy #marketing #transparency #mediasavvy #fmc #realpowerful19 #events #conference #kindofabigdeal #meet #pitch #network #storytellers
WLIW/WNET's Diane Masciale talks the All Arts initiative at Summer Boot Camp. Check it out if you haven't already at allarts.wliw.org
At Summer Boot Camp, Austin Williams' VP @jodyfisher70 presented how communicators prove their worth. Did we mention it was a sell out? In July?? #itwasworthit #news #media #communications #mediarelations #PR #All-Star
Way back there is Steve Rubel giving the Edelman Media Forecast. And yes, we needed to call for more chairs. #news #media #bootcamp #
Last chance to register is well, now! Great speakers. Hot breakfast. Cool dress code. Communications certification, too!
There's something magical about old newspapers. You can this edition from 1938 is on display at the Fire Island Lighthouse.#news #history #hurricane #longislandexpress #1938 #perfectstorm #fireisland #longisland #newyork #weather #media #print #newspaper #newsprint #ink
