EIJC19 & Dataharvest

Local journalism reports on the realities on the ground - while often those having the decision-making power are far 'above' at the national and increasingly at the European level. How to report on local issues so that decision-makers at the national and European centres of power are alerted? How can a local media outlet reach out to a media editor addressing EU or other international officials? What's the experience of local journalists bringing such topics forward? We'll discuss how to improve methods, ideas and networks to give local reporting greater visibility and impact - including at the European level.