Online News Association

The Online News Association (ONA) is the largest association dedicated to digital journalism globally. Its members consist of journalists, tech experts, executives, students, teachers, and various digital media professionals. ONA's goal is to foster innovation and excellence in digital journalism through five main focus areas: 1. Creating strategies for new technologies 2. Promoting effective audience engagement and metrics 3. Pioneering innovative storytelling in news 4. Exploring fresh revenue and business models 5. Enhancing leadership, culture, and diversity in newsrooms Additionally, ONA organizes an annual conference and oversees the Online Journalism Awards.

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Niketa Patel appointed Executive Director/CEO of the Online News Association at a pivotal moment for journalism – Online News Association

1 month ago | journalists.org | Karolle Rabarison

The Online News Association (ONA) is excited to announce Niketa Patel as its new Executive Director/CEO, effective March 31. Niketa is an accomplished digital journalist and widely respected expert in audience engagement, strategic partnerships and product development. She brings more than two decades of experience enabling digital innovation through local and national newsrooms, the technology sector and executive education programs.
ONA launches 9-week GenAI course for three newsroom roles – Online News Association

1 month ago | journalists.org | Karolle Rabarison

Artificial intelligence is already transforming how news is reported and distributed, and along with those changes, reshaping newsroom teams and job functions. What does that mean for your role in journalism? ONA is excited to introduce a new resource to help you navigate this question: the 9-week GenAI Course for Newsrooms, a unique learning series to explore practical uses for AI in the context of different newsroom roles.
Does your local news coverage reflect your community? [Sponsored] – Online News Association

2 months ago | journalists.org | Karolle Rabarison

[This is a sponsored post from ONA supporter American Press Institute, written by Director of Product Strategy Liz Worthington. API supports local and community-based media through research, programs and products that foster healthy, responsive and resilient news organizations.]Who are the people your newsroom exists to serve? Do you just have a general idea based on what you cover? Or, do you know for sure?
Announcing ONA’s new interim leadership and next steps in our CEO/Executive Director search – Online News Association

Nov 13, 2024 | journalists.org | Karolle Rabarison

The Online News Association (ONA), one of the largest nonprofit membership organizations advancing journalism leadership and technology innovation, is pleased to announce the Board of Directors has appointed Hanaa Rifaey as Interim CEO/Executive Director, and Kelsey Proud has joined the leadership team as the Interim Head of Programs. ONA’s interim executive team also includes Liz Leith, CPA, who continues in her role as Head of Finance and Administration.
ONA24 in photos - Online News Association

Oct 14, 2024 | journalists.org | Karolle Rabarison

For the 1,600 media innovators who gathered in Atlanta this September, the 2024 Online News Association Conference (ONA24) was “an inflection point,” “eye-opening” and a space that attracted “the most generous people.” Relive the magic of connecting with journalism’s brightest minds with these photo highlights. All official ONA24 photos in this gallery were captured by Joe Mac Creative.
10 case studies on AI use in newsrooms – Online News Association

Sep 13, 2024 | journalists.org | Karolle Rabarison

ONA’s AI in Journalism Initiative delivers essential resources for journalists and newsroom leaders to understand and focus on the tech trends most relevant to their work. We’re excited to share our newest offering—AI in the Newsroom, an email series covering specific ways news organizations, large and small, are building and using AI tools. We’ve curated about 10 case studies, each researched and written by Nikita Roy, ICFJ Knight Fellow and Newsroom Robots Podcast Host.
Meet the candidates in the election for the 2025-26 ONA Board of Directors – Online News Association

Sep 9, 2024 | journalists.org | Karolle Rabarison

Voting in the ONA board of directors election is open Sept. 11–Oct. 3. ONA members: Log in to the member portal to access your ballot passcode. We are pleased to introduce the candidates running for seats on the Online News Association’s 2025-26 Board of Directors. A total of 10 candidates—six new nominees and four incumbents—are up for election to four seats for the board term beginning Jan. 1, 2025. The board will appoint directors to two more open seats by the end of the year.
Letter from CEO/Executive Director LaSharah S. Bunting – Online News Association

Sep 5, 2024 | journalists.org | LaSharah Bunting

I came to ONA with a mission: to strengthen this organization that I deeply love. My goal was for everyone to feel the same connection and inspiration I felt after attending my first ONA conference in 2012. And I wanted to ensure that our members and the industry felt supported by ONA during these uncertain times. I’m proud to say that, as a team, we are achieving those goals and laying the foundation for a stronger future.
President’s Letter: Thriving through change – Online News Association

Sep 5, 2024 | journalists.org | Charo Henriquez

Serving as the ONA Board President as the organization celebrates its 25th anniversary is a special privilege, particularly with the excitement building as we approach our annual conference. Reflecting both on the growth of ONA over the past year and how we’ve been there for the journalism industry, I am filled with pride for what we have accomplished.
BBC, THE CITY and YESEO selected as award finalists for Excellence in AI Innovation – Online News Association

Aug 9, 2024 | journalists.org | Karolle Rabarison

ONA has announced the finalists in the 2024 Online Journalism Awards, and we’re excited to share more about the impressive work in the newest award category: Excellence in AI Innovation. This award honors an individual or organization that has implemented generative artificial intelligence tools to improve newsroom productivity, accessibility, the news gathering process and engagement with audiences.