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Poynter names 17 journalists to prestigious 2025 Power of Diverse Voices program

Poynter · Sabrina Shihvazger · last updated

The Poynter Institute welcomes the 17 journalists selected for the ninth cohort of Power of Diverse Voices, an esteemed writing workshop for journalists of color.

The cohort convenes in early November at Poynter’s St. Petersburg campus for four days of dynamic instruction, dedicated writing sessions, small-group and one-on-one coaching.

Tom Huang, longtime Poynter adjunct and Dallas Morning News assistant managing editor for journalism initiatives, leads the program to help diverse storytellers harness their own voices.

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