Media Diversity Australia Company Report
Company Overview
Name, Mission of the Company
Name: Media Diversity Australia
Mission: To transform the Australian media landscape to authentically represent the diversity of the nation. Media Diversity Australia drives impactful change through evidence-based research, customised programs, and strategic partnerships to create an industry that looks and sounds more like Australia.
When was the Company Founded and by Whom
Founded: 2017
Founders: Isabel Lo and Antoinette Lattouf
Key People in the Company
- Isabel Lo: Founder and Chair
- Advisor at the Sustainable Media Centre, New York
- Formerly part of the team that launched ABC News 24 in Australia
- Former positions at CNN International, London, and Mamamia
- Antoinette Lattouf: Co-founder (2017-2023)
- Broadcaster, columnist, author, TEDx speaker, and diversity advocate
- Named among AFR's 100 Women of Influence
- Author of "How To Lose Friends and Influence White People" published by Penguin Random House
Headquarters
Location: No information is available
Number of Employees
No information is available
Revenue of the Company
No information is available
What is the Company Known For
Media Diversity Australia is known for advocating for cultural and gender diversity within the Australian media industry. The organization provides support to culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) journalists, conducts agenda-setting research, runs networking events, and offers practical solutions for the media industry.
Products
What Products Do They Offer
Media Diversity Australia offers various programs and resources aimed at promoting diversity within the media:
High-Level Description of the Products
- Customised Programs: Tailored programs for media professionals to enable full and equal participation in the industry.
- Research Reports: Evidence-based research highlighting the state of diversity within the Australian media.
- Networking Events: Events to foster collaboration and networking among media professionals.
- Practical Solutions: Guided support and resources for journalists and media outlets.
Key Features of Each of the Products
1. Customised Programs
- Provides tools and support tailored to the needs of culturally diverse media professionals.
- Focuses on professional growth and equal participation in the media industry.
2. Research Reports
- Conducting comprehensive research on diversity in media.
- Producing detailed reports and guidelines to inform and drive change.
3. Networking Events
- Organizing events to strengthen collaborative relationships.
- Creating platforms for knowledge sharing and networking among industry members.
4. Practical Solutions
- Offering resources such as handbooks and quick guides for best practices.
- Direct support initiatives for media professionals.
Recent Developments
What Are the Recent Developments in the Company
Recent Events Organized
1. NSW Chapter Networking Event - 6 December 2022
2. Diverse Voices, Digital Edge: Training and Networking for Journalists - 6 December 2022
3. ARE Media x Media Diversity Australia: International Women’s Day - 6 December 2022
4. Media Pathways Program: WSU Seminar Series - 6 December 2022
5. Inaugural Industry Roundtable featuring Honourable Michelle Rowland - 6 December 2022
6. Research Report Launch – Online Safety of Diverse Journalists - 6 December 2022
7. End of Year Event (2022) - 6 December 2022
8. Bloomberg and MDA Panel & Networking Event - 14 September 2022
9. Victoria Networking Event - 30 August 2022
New Products Launched
No information is available
New Features Added to Existing Products
No information is available
Any New Partnerships
- Collaboration with Bloomberg Australia for panel and networking events.
- Partnership with ARE Media for International Women’s Day events and initiatives.
Conclusion
Media Diversity Australia is committed to creating an inclusive and representative media landscape through its various programs, strategic partnerships, and research initiatives. The organization continues to play a crucial role in promoting diversity within the Australian media industry.
