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Adaptive Leadership

Leading Through Crisis: Newsroom Resilience When It Matters Most

Tuesday, March 31, 2026
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM CT

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When a crisis strikes, whether through extreme weather disaster, civil unrest, or aggressive law enforcement tactics, newsrooms must report urgently while protecting their teams and keeping their communities informed. This conversation explores how mission-driven newsrooms prepare for high-risk coverage, safeguard staff in volatile environments, adapt publishing tools when infrastructure fails, and build resilient systems that strengthen public trust long before a crisis hits.

Attendees will learn how to:

  • Design crisis preparedness plans that prioritize staff safety, editorial continuity, and clear internal decision-making

  • Adapt coverage and distribution strategies when reporters, infrastructure, or platforms are directly impacted

  • Strengthen direct communication channels to serve communities navigating fear, misinformation, or trauma

  • Lead with empathy, transparency, and accountability during high-stakes, rapidly evolving events