It goes without saying that we are at a moment of tremendous turmoil, where the challenges we face at home and abroad seem overwhelming and at times intractable. The world economic crisis, a weakened professional media, climate change and social and economic exclusion are threatening global health, human rights and peace and security.
Despite these challenges, we are motivated by the possibilities we see before us. As evidenced by the engagement in the recent election, the emergence of courageous global activist networks, and the development of innovative communication tools, – there is a generational shift taking place where citizens are building power and challenging the status quo...
In recent years, our country has been confronted by an era of media consolidation, partial reporting, and skewed journalism. In the United States, a vast majority of broadcast and periodical capacity have played a role in advancing a misguided agenda for our country.
The Center for Independent Media is working to break this pattern within mainstream media, offering alternatives in new media outlets, investigative journalism and diversity of news content. The Center is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that fosters diversity of ideas in the national debate through the advancement of independent media, with a primary emphasis on online journalism. The Center brings talented and distinct voices and ideas to the fore of our national discourse through its fellowships, publications, conferences, and research. Programs emphasize the importance of citizen-driven journalism as a critical founding principle of our nation.
Spring Proposal DeadlineMarch 2nd, 4 p.m. |
Need a place for a meeting?The Arca Foundation is pleased to offer the Jane Bagley Lehman Conference Room for use by nonprofit organizations for meetings and receptions. |
Fall Proposal DeadlineThe Arca Foundation will not be accepting unsolicited proposals for Fall 2009. |
