 Colorado State University is investing in civic dialogue through its Democracy Small Grant Program, awarding over $90,000 to support democracy-focused initiatives. Among the recipients, the Northern Colorado Deliberative Journalism Project (DJP) is leading efforts to revitalize local journalism and foster community discussions. By engaging citizens, training student journalists, and hosting public forums, the DJP is shaping a model for dialogue-driven journalism. Read more in the blog post below. Strengthening Dialogue in News DesertsThe DJP, co-directed by Jenny Fischer and and CSU Center for Public Deliberation (CPD) Director and former NCDD Board Chair, Martín Carcasson, focuses on revitalizing journalism in Wellington, Colorado—a "news desert." Launched in 2021, the project unites journalists, academics, students, and community members to foster informed public dialogue and deliberation. Key initiatives include:
Expanding Deliberative Impact Across Northern ColoradoBeyond Wellington, the DJP leads projects that emphasize dialogue and community engagement, including:
A Model for Dialogue-Driven JournalismBy integrating deliberative practices with journalism, the DJP offers a blueprint for strengthening both public discourse and civic engagement. CSU's grant funding underscores the university's role in fostering meaningful conversations, demonstrating how academic institutions can support communities in building a more informed and engaged democracy.
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