City Limits CLARIFY is a paid journalism training program for high school and college-aged students in the Bronx who want to learn the fundamentals of investigative reporting. Operating on a semester basis since 2014, the program gives participants hands-on experience in real news investigation while developing professional skills in research, interviewing, and writing. Because the program is compensated, it makes journalism education accessible to students regardless of financial background. CLARIFY is a rare opportunity to build a professional portfolio and gain real-world reporting experience while still in school.
Researching, interviewing, and writing accurate stories about real events.
Delivering ideas clearly and confidently in front of an audience.
Gathering and evaluating information systematically to answer a question.
Evaluating information carefully before drawing a conclusion or making a decision.
Breaking down a challenge and working through it methodically to a solution.
Asking thoughtful questions and drawing out useful information from another person.
Students gain hands-on journalism writing experience and publish real articles through the program.
Students research local civic issues, file public records requests, and analyze community and government topics.
Program emphasizes civic engagement, community organizing, and understanding social issues impacting neighborhoods.
Students develop communication and public speaking skills while learning to engage with public officials and organizations.
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