Neighborhood View Relaunches Citizen Journalism Program in Malden

After a brief hiatus, Neighborhood View—Malden’s citizen journalism project—will be relaunching this November with renewed energy and opportunities for community participation. The program invites local residents to become contributors, telling news stories that matter to Malden.

A program of Urban Media Arts (UMA) since 2014, Neighborhood View was created to empower local citizens to report on local news stories and, in doing so, create a more engaged citizenry. The initiative is being relaunched under the coordination of former UMA staff member Anne D’Urso-Rose, who is now serving as an outside contractor to UMA and volunteering her time initially. She and UMA will be exploring ways to sustain the program into the future.

“Neighborhood View has always been about amplifying local voices and uncovering the stories that connect us,” says D’Urso-Rose. “We’re excited to re-engage Malden residents who care about their community and want to learn how to tell its stories.”

Neighborhood View is a member of the Institute for Nonprofit News, a national organization that supports local news initiatives across the country. Recognizing the gradual disappearance of trusted local news sources, the INN provides resources, networking and opportunities to vetted organizations delivering quality local news.

“We welcome anyone who enjoys writing, photography, or exploring their community—no journalism experience is initially required,” says D’Urso-Rose. “Training for new citizen journalists will be offered after the first of the year, but interested participants are encouraged to get involved now.”

In addition to reporters, the project seeks volunteers to assist with interviews, story ideas, photography, and outreach.

For more information or to get involved with the program, contact Anne D’Urso-Rose, Neighborhood View Coordinator at info@neighborhoodview.org.

To view the publication and subscribe (for free), visit www.neighborhoodview.org.