The Maynard Regional Training Series
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Registration is now open for the Maynard Regional Training in Chicago, Illinois June 4-5, 2026. Held in partnership with the Journalism Department at Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, Media and Integrated Marketing Communications.
The Maynard Regional Training Series
The Maynard Regional Training Series brings in-person, weekend-long leadership and management training to journalists across the U.S.
In partnership with universities, these sessions give entry- and mid-level editors and managers the tools and confidence they need to traverse the complexities of newsroom leadership.
Trainings are led by award-winning journalists, experienced facilitators, and media professionals—alongside journalism professors and Maynard Institute staff—and focus on the core skills editorial professionals need most.
FAQs: The Maynard Regional Training Series
Frequently asked questions about our Maynard Regional Training Series
The next Maynard Regional Training Series will take place in Chicago, IL. June 4-5, 2026 in partnership with the Journalism Department at Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, Media and Integrated Marketing Communications.
The next Maynard Regional Training will take place Thursday, June 4- Friday, June 5, 2026.
The next Maynard Regional Training Series will take place in Chicago, IL. June 4-5, 2026 in partnership with the Journalism Department at Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, Media and Integrated Marketing Communications.
Exact training locations and buildings TBA.
The Maynard Regional Training Series is designed for frontline editors and managers. Editors, producers and newsroom leadership should register to attend.
The Maynard Regional Training Series provides specialized workshops and in-depth discussions to build stories and dig into the minutiae of writing with sessions on:
- Stepping Into Your Leadership Role
- Fault Lines® Impact on News Coverage
- Running the Story: How To Manage Big Projects
- AI and Ethical Editorial Decision-Making
- Navigating Difficult Conversations
This training is facilitated by renowned and award-winning writers and investigative journalists, innovative media entrepreneurs, and steadfast editors and newsroom managers.
Participants will be responsible for their own travel and lodging expenses, as applicable.
A nominal tuition may be applied to encourage attendance, stay tuned for details and next steps.
Information about a local hotel room block and all other travel logistics details will be provided.
Please see above or click this link to register for the Maynard Regional Training in Chicago, Illinois June 4-5 2026.
Please contact:
Odette Alcazaren-Keeley – Director, Maynard Regional Training Program, Propel Regional Training Series, and Maynard Communities of Practice
okeeley@mije.org
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