Stories from the Field

The film centers on a talented journalist who grappled with systemic racism and low pay at a major U.S. newsroom.

In April, Free Press staff fought for media reparations, sustainable journalism and accountability for social-media platforms.

In March, Free Press staff fought for a better future for local journalism and worked to hold social-media platforms accountable.

A conference exploring racial discrimination in the media was among the many events Free Press staff organized or participated in during the month of February.

In January, Free Press staff explored ways to build a sustainable and just future for journalism in the United States.

In December, two Free Press Action leaders testified before lawmakers in key tech hearings.

In November, Free Press staffers worked to protect democratic institutions, hold Facebook accountable and ensure journalism serves communities.

A recent roundtable examined how social-media platforms are allowing non-English disinformation about vaccines, elections and other crucial issues to proliferate.

In October, Free Press staffers advocated for First Amendment rights, transformative local journalism and an end to mass surveillance.

In August and September, Free Press staffers advocated for just and equitable journalism, made new demands of Facebook and worked to close the digital divide.