Just a few years ago, Americans were overwhelmingly optimistic about the power of new technologies to foster an informed and engaged society. More recently, however, that confidence has been challenged by emerging concerns over the role that internet and technology companies — especially social media — now play in our democracy. In a series of […]
Article · June 16, 2020 by Knight Foundation
Amid a national debate on content moderation, a new Gallup-Knight Foundation poll finds Americans want some disinformation removed, but don’t trust tech companies—or the government—to police the social platforms. WASHINGTON (June 16, 2020) — As the COVID-19 crisis continues and the debate rages on between Twitter and President Trump over online content moderation, a new […]
Article · June 16, 2020 by Knight Foundation
DISCOVERY is a show exploring how the arts and artists build informed and engaged communities. Hosted by the Knight Arts team
Article · June 15, 2020 by Knight Foundation
Knight Foundation’s $700,000 investment will help Guadalupe River Park Conservancy develop the public space into San Jose’s civic greenway and the Bay Area’s premier urban riverfront SAN JOSE, Ca. — June 12, 2020 — The Guadalupe River Park Conservancy (GRPC) today announced new support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation for its […]
Article · June 12, 2020 by Knight Foundation
MIAMI — June 11, 2020 — The John S. and James. L. Knight Foundation announced today its support for three national organizations that are committed to expanding opportunities and creating more equitable access for Black and Latino entrepreneurs in Miami. Knight is investing $750,000 in Black Girls Venture, Culture Shift Labs and The Plug because […]
Article · June 12, 2020 by Knight Foundation
Five South Florida reporting teams whose work has changed laws and lives will share $18,000 in awards. Hear their stories at a free, virtual event June 18. JUNE 10, 2020 (MIAMI) – The Esserman-Knight Journalism Prize, which honors the best accountability reporting in South Florida, will be presented this month to the Miami Herald’s Julie […]
Article · June 10, 2020 by Knight Foundation
The 2024 Esserman-Knight Journalism Awards are accepting nominations from January 12 – February 12. Learn more! The Esserman family and Knight Foundation created these awards to highlight the local journalists whose work has demonstrated the power to change laws and lives. Nominations for the Esserman-Knight Journalism Awards, honoring the best public service reporting in South Florida, […]
Article · June 10, 2020 by Knight Foundation
Seven innovative projects will use public data to enhance civic engagement. MIAMI — June 10, 2020 — In an effort to transform how publicly available data is used in communities to engage residents, the John S. and James. L. Knight Foundation today announced $1 million in funding for seven innovative projects across the country that […]
Article · June 10, 2020 by Knight Foundation
Knight Foundation announces $250,000 re-investment to support young civic innovators to create vibrant and civically engaged communities. MIAMI – (June 1, 2020) – To unlock the creative potential of young civic innovators and create more resilient post-pandemic communities, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation announces a $250,000 re-investment in Emerging City Champions fellowship […]
Article · June 1, 2020 by Knight Foundation
George Floyd’s killing was a violent injustice — one that is all too common in our country. We are saddened and heartbroken, and painfully reminded of the continuing impact of racism in the places we live. As a foundation committed to helping build equitable, inclusive and participatory communities, we stand in solidarity with the people of Minneapolis, […]
Article · May 30, 2020 by Knight Foundation
A recent Gallup/Knight study found that three-quarters of Americans are very concerned about misinformation on the internet, but no clear sense of who bears responsibility for dealing with content that is misleading, harmful, or designed to interfere in the democratic process. While social media companies have historically been reluctant to play a heavy hand in […]
Article · May 27, 2020 by Knight Foundation