My Source Newsletter
November

During these times of economic uncertainty, stations across the country are reaching out to viewers and listeners, providing connections and sharing vital information.  The My Source platform is being used by stations to share how community members are relying on these services.

Wednesday, Nov. 11 at    2 p.m. ET – Learn how radio and TV stations are using StoryCorps’s National Day of Listening on Nov. 27 to engage the communities they serve, and improve their own community-listening skills in the process. Click here to register for this webinar.

Wednesday, Nov. 18 at    2 p.m. ET – NCME and WETA will showcase best practices in community storytelling around Ken Burns’s The National Parks: America’s Best Idea. Stations will share results from their online and in-person efforts, and plans for building on this success in the future.  Click here to register for this webinar.
 

Engaging Communities on the Economy

Earlier this year, CPB provided funding to qualified stations under the Engaging Communities on the Economy grant program, to help stations address a local economic issue.  Tools and resources are available through NCME to help you engage your community on economic issues.  See how your colleagues are bringing about change in their communities.
 

Spotlight on...

Sesame Street's Families Stand Together Events

Stations are hosting Sesame Street's Families Stand Together:  Feeling Secure in Tough Times events nationwide.  Resources are available to help you create an event in your community around this important issue.

Facing the Mortgage Crisis in Your Community

Nationwide, stations are reporting great success with their Facing the Mortgage Crisis initiatives.  Click here to see examples of these important community initiatives.

Digital Storytelling Tools

PBS StoryShare and My Source are two great tools for stations to share viewers' and listeners' stories on how public television's programming and outreach affect their lives.

 

Next month's My Source focus...

Health care reform is a hot topic these days.  Many stations are providing information and resources health care to their communities.  Let us know how you are addressing local heath concerns.  We'd love to feature you in next month's newsletter.

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