CONTENT SPOTLIGHTS
Hearst has a deep responsibility to its readers, viewers and employees to reflect the diverse realities facing its stakeholders every day. Highlighted here are some of the stories and initiatives that speak directly to Hearst’s diverse audience in 2022.
TELEVISON
Project CommUNITY
In 2022, HTV stations put a special focus on CommUNITY Champions — highlighting people making a difference. In addition to regular news reports, stations continued to produce special programming. Here are some examples of Project CommUNITY stories that aired in newscasts and can be found on our sites and apps — and represent a cross section of the work.
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Project CommUNITY Women Breaking Barriers: Arian Simone, CEO of Fearless Fund
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Maryland woman played crucial role in piecing together MLK's 'Letter from Birmingham Jail
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Women in the Coast Guard Auxiliary Reserve during World War II
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Father-son art duo channel work through Japanese heritage
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Small Oklahoma town holds rich history as one of state’s original 'All Black' towns
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Pueblo governor inspiring New Mexico's pueblo women
TELEVISON
Very Local
Very Local streaming channels launched in September 2021. The VL team churns out exceptional content from Hearst Television’s local markets, placing a priority on highlighting diverse voices, via the show host or the subject of the piece.
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Eureeka Starfish: Dressing in Drag, Fortune Telling and Connecting with NOLA Locals
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Cafe Ca Phe is Kansas City's First Vietnamese Coffee Shop
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Baltimore Musician Makes Beautiful Music and a Big Difference in Her Community
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Meet Lex Weaver, a Boston Photographer and Journalist
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Creative Metal Artist, Michael Peart, Finds Paradise in New Orleans
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Fitness Activist Brings Awareness to Homelessness
TELEVISON
Syndicated Programs
THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
is lighting up daytime with a one-hour nationally syndicated talk show featuring celebrity interviews, topical stories, community heroes, viral sensations and music. Hudson uses her powerful voice in a new way, bringing fun, uplifting and empowering conversations to the forefront, shining a light on extraordinary stories, talents and passions.
TELEVISON
Matter of Fact with Soledad O’Brien
Veteran journalist Soledad O’Brien, whose résumé includes time at NBC and CNN, hosts Matter of Fact, a weekly newsmagazine that focuses on political and socioeconomic issues affecting America.
TELEVISON
Harlem Globetrotters: Play It Forward
Hearst Media Production Group’s Harlem Globetrotters: Play It Forward is a celebration of the 96-year-old franchise that has delighted fans of all ages. Hosted by actor and comedian Craig Robinson, this series brings the Harlem Globetrotters back into the national spotlight by showcasing their talents both on and off the court. In each city they visit, the team finds ways to help the community through volunteerism, mentorship and one-on-one connections that make a lasting impact on everyone they meet.
TELEVISON
Mission Unstoppable
Highlighting the fascinating female innovators who are on the cutting edge of science — including zoologists, engineers, astronauts, codebreakers and oceanographers. Host Miranda Cosgrove profiles female STEM superstars in the fields of social media, entertainment, animals, design and the internet — all categories key to the teen experience.
MAGAZINES
ELLE’s 2023 Women of Impact
Celebrating women who are making their mark on the world right now, ELLE Women of Impact is the first-ever Impact Issue that aims to use ELLE’s platform to make a difference and amplify the voices of women making positive change.
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For This Community, Fashion Is Healing
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The Ultimate Men’s Health Guy
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Breathwork for Black Women in Corporate America
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Here’s a Quick Rundown on What You Should Know About the Term AAPI
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The Menopause Talk
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Please, Say Gay
TRANSPORTATION
Women in the Industry
MOTOR introduced a new blog series, “Women in the Industry,” that recognizes the work of, and opportunities for, women within the automotive industry.
NEWSPAPERS
Six Chix’s Bianca Xunise
Bianca Xunise is part of the six-women team that creates King Features Syndicate’s daily comic strip, Six Chix. Xunise, Isabella Bannerman, Susan Camilleri Konar, Mary Lawton, Marita Patrinos and Stephanie Piro draw on a different day of the week and rotate the Sunday strips. Six Chix aims to bring more women creators and readers to comics.
NEWSPAPERS
Connecticut Media Group Launches DE&I Overview in 2022
Hearst Connecticut Media Group (HCMG) is extremely proud to share its 2022 DE&I Overview. This project was worked on by HCMG's Hiring, Retention, Coverage & Communication subcommittee.