The New England First Amendment Coalition is excited to announce the expansion of NEFAC Mentors through partnerships with New England Newspaper & Press Association and Society of Professional Journalists New England.
NEFAC launched the mentorship program in 2022 to help reporters, editors and producers looking for guidance in a variety of professional areas by matching them with a veteran journalist with relevant expertise. Since its launch, the program has facilitated nearly 50 long-term, individualized mentorships.
“NEFAC Mentors was an invaluable experience,” said one participant. “My mentor was readily available to talk through story ideas, provide feedback on pieces and help me think about what is next for my career. As a new journalist in their first job, I’m grateful for the resources this program offered and the time and generosity of my mentor.”
NENPA and SPJ New England — both of whom have large regional memberships — will work with NEFAC to expand the program and provide mentorship opportunities to more journalists in the area.
NEFAC was formed in 2006 to advance and protect the Five Freedoms of the First Amendment, including the principle of the public’s right to know. We’re a broad-based organization of people who believe in the power of an informed democratic society. Our members include lawyers, journalists, historians, academics and private citizens.
Our coalition is funded through contributions made by those who value the First Amendment and who strive to keep government accountable. Please make a donation here.
NEFAC appreciates the support of all its donors and contributors. In particular, we would like to recognize the Estate of Gloria L. Negri, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and the following Leadership Circle donors: Rhode Island Foundation, The Boston Globe, Paul and Ann Sagan, and the Robertson Foundation. Major Supporters of NEFAC’s work include Hearst Connecticut Media Group, Boston University, the Academy of New England Journalists, and Truro News.