ONA is excited to announce the 2024 cohort of the HBCU Digital Media Fellowship. Six students—selected from a highly competitive pool of over 100 applicants representing more than 15 Historically Black Colleges and Universities—will travel to Atlanta for training and mentorship during the 2024 Online News Association Conference (ONA24), Sept. 18-21. The fellows will work […]
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Explore how AI is transforming journalism at ONA24
There’s no question that one of the biggest needs right now is training on AI for journalists and newsroom leaders. Since we launched regular virtual training and collaboration sessions through the AI in Journalism Initiative in February, over 1,100 people have engaged with the program. We’re bringing that enthusiasm to Atlanta this September when we gather in person for […]
Find your people during topic-based meetups at ONA24
What’s a conference for if not meeting people, right? ONA’s annual conference always offers many learning and networking opportunities to catch up with colleagues or get to know inspiring journalism leaders you would not meet otherwise. This year’s schedule has even more ways to build meaningful connections through meetups organized by topics that were suggested […]
Apply for the HBCU Digital Media Fellowship at ONA24
Now in its 10th year, the HBCU Digital Media Fellowship is a unique opportunity for six students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) to immerse in the digital journalism community. Applications are open now through May 30 at 11:59 p.m. EDT. The fellowship provides a one-year membership to ONA and an expenses-paid trip to […]
Make the case to attend ONA24
The Online News Association’s annual conference is the go-to destination to connect with the most creative ideas and leaders that are advancing innovation in digital news. Attendees’ feedback over nearly 25 years (yes, that many!) consistently report that the conference experience has made them more valuable to their teams. It’s well worth the investment — and we’ve lowered […]
Submit your ONA24 session and meetup ideas by April 12
Our community’s fresh and creative ideas fuel much of the experience at ONA’s annual conference. Now is your chance to share how you want to contribute to ONA24 (Sept. 18-21 in Atlanta). Propose a session The ONA24 Suggestion Box is where the conference program takes shape. What are you learning lately that you are eager […]
Newsroom leaders, here’s why you should bring your team to ONA24
There are plenty of reasons for you to attend the 2024 Online News Association Conference (ONA24 – Sept. 18-21). But don’t fly solo. Here are just a few of the reasons why you’ll want to bring your team with you to Atlanta. It’s cost-effective. If you can only invest in one training opportunity this year, […]
Preview the iconic ONA24 host hotel
ONA staff members recently visited the host hotel for the 2024 Online News Association Conference (ONA24 – Sept. 18-21) to check out the stunning renovations and map out spaces for dozens of learning and networking experiences. Here are five things we learned on the trip that will be helpful as you make your plans to […]
What’s new for ONA24
For 25 years, the Online News Association has focused on developing the newsroom leaders and innovators of the future. Our annual conference continues to be a leading destination connecting the industry’s most creative minds and providing the resources to understand the latest trends and embrace change. We’ve seen the positive ripple effects of bringing our […]