Table of Contents

1. Introduction: The Who, What, When, Where, and Why of Intangibles

SECTION 1: INTERNAL INTANGIBLES

2. Cultivating Curiosity: The Foundation of Exceptional Journalism

3. Empathy, Solidarity, & Compassion: Covering Subjects Fairly & Countering Echo Chambers

4. Good Stewards: Facing Our Implicit & Unconscious Biases

5. The Intrepid Journalist: Tapping into Tenacity, Doggedness, & Resourcefulness

SECTION 2: LOOKING OUTWARD

6. Community Engagement: Identify, Connect, & Engage (but don’t pander!)

7. Inclusive Writing & Storytelling: Speaking the Language of Your Communities

8. Speaking Truth to Power: Embracing the Journalist’s Accountability Role

SECTION 3: CONTEXTUALIZING YOUR PRACTICE

9. The Importance of Stepping Away: Managing Safety, Trauma, & Self- Care in Journalism

10. Navigating & Understanding the Journalism Industry & Operationalizing Your Passion

About the Author

Gina Baleria is assistant professor of digital media, media writing, and journalism at Sonoma State University, California, USA, and former broadcast and digital journalist. She produces and hosts the podcast News in Context (@NewsInContextSF). Her research interests include digital media literacy, engagement across difference, and the practice of doing journalism.