Frequently asked questions about the Public Media Ecosystem Report.
The report explores how New Jersey could strengthen its public media ecosystem to ensure residents have access to reliable news and civic information.
It outlines potential strategies for coordinating content production, ecosystem support, and funding to sustain public media statewide.
The report was commissioned by the New Jersey Civic Information Consortium.
It was developed by an independent consulting team with input from a statewide design team that included leaders from journalism, philanthropy, higher education, and civic organizations.
Public media in the United States is undergoing significant change. Traditional business models are evolving, federal support structures have shifted, and local news organizations across the country are facing financial challenges.
New Jersey also faces a unique media landscape, with many major broadcast outlets headquartered outside the state.
This moment provides an opportunity to explore how New Jersey can strengthen its civic information infrastructure for the future.
No. The report outlines potential approaches and recommendations based on research and stakeholder input. It is intended to inform discussion and gather feedback from policymakers, journalists, funders, and community leaders.
A final report incorporating stakeholder feedback is expected later this spring.
The New Jersey Civic Information Consortium supports local journalism and civic information through:
The Consortium does not operate a news organization.
Its role is to help strengthen and sustain the broader civic information ecosystem in New Jersey.
The report will be shared with stakeholders across the state, including:
Feedback gathered through these conversations will help inform the final version of the report.
The full report is available on our Public Media Ecosystem Report page.
The New Jersey Civic Information Consortium works to strengthen local journalism and civic information across the state.