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In line with its continuous commitment to empower the Nigerian media and facilitate its crucial watchdog function in society, Polaris Bank is hosting an inclusive workshop for journalists across the media spectrum as a key Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative aimed at positively impacting key stakeholders.
The 2024 media workshop, themed “Integrating AI tools in Contemporary Media practices for Innovation and Excellence,” aligns with the Bank’s CSR pillar focused on Education and Capacity Building to strengthen media relations and contribute to the advancement of Nigeria’s media landscape.
Set to take place on Thursday, October 24th, 2024, the workshop aims to equip media professionals with cutting-edge tools and skills to navigate the evolving challenges of modern journalism.
By emphasizing the utilization of relevant Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, participants will learn to integrate these technologies into their daily practices, streamlining news gathering processes and ensuring precision in storytelling.
Moreover, the workshop will delve into contemporary new media tools and practices, while exploring opportunities that enhance professional growth.
Key topics to be addressed include data journalism, fact-checking, and solutions journalism, ensuring that media practitioners are well-prepared to excel in the digital era.
Building on the success and feedback from previous editions, particularly the 2023 workshop that attracted hundreds of journalists, the 2024 workshop is poised to deliver even greater value.
This year’s event will spotlight cutting-edge trends such as media entrepreneurship and strategies for career development in a competitive media landscape.
To deliver a compelling workshop, the Bank has enlisted esteemed faculty and subject matter experts as facilitators, including Dr. Chike Mgbeadichie, a Senior Lecturer at the School of Media and Communication, Pan-Atlantic University, Lekki, Lagos, and Lekan Otufodunrin, Executive Director of the Media Career Development Network.
Their wealth of knowledge and experience in media and communication will guide participants in staying relevant, adapting to technological advancements, and upholding responsible journalistic practices.
This initiative underscores Polaris Bank’s enduring commitment to capacity building, particularly in empowering media practitioners to tackle the challenges of the digital age.
By providing access to the latest insights and tools, the workshop aims to bolster the continuous development of journalists and the media landscape in Nigeria, while promoting sustainable and impactful journalism.
Media practitioners interested in attending can register here.
Polaris Bank was recognized as Nigeria’s Digital Bank of the Year in 2023, 2022, and 2021 at Business Day’s Banks and Other Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards.
