DEI Efforts in Public Media

This resource explores how public media organizations are embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion into both programming and workplace culture. It highlights strategies to reach multicultural audiences through bilingual and culturally tailored content, voter guides, and community-focused programming. Behind the scenes, it examines workforce demographics, hiring initiatives, mentorship programs, and tools like source-diversity tracking to ensure more representative storytelling. Case studies from KPBS, MPR, and Nashville Public Radio illustrate progress, while organizations such as Black Public Media and Latino Public Broadcasting showcase industry-wide efforts to amplify diverse voices and perspectives.