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It's come to my attention that some concerns have been voiced that the @IBWellsSociety Happy Hour invite for next week excludes white journalists.
Let's be clear: Our org is exists to increase the ranks of investigative journalists of color and to address the particular barriers we face,b ut *everything* we do has always been open to anyone of any race who supports our mission.
White journalists are members of our organization, they have attended our trainings, they have served as instructors during our trainings, they have come to our gatherings such as parties and happy hours. It is disappointing that anyone would say they believe otherwise.
There's a careful balance in a profession that's overwhelmingly white to ensure events designed to address the particular needs of POC do not get overwhelmed by those who do not face the obstacles/needs we are trying to address. But we have never excluded anyone and never will.
With that, here is the link to the invite if you're interested in joining us AND supporting us. Thanks. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…
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