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If we reach 3,000 paying members by 14th December, we commit to fulfilling five pledges to Birmingham. Our readers voted for us to:
- Teach fact-checking in schools
Visit schools across Birmingham to talk to pupils about online misinformation and teach them how to do their own Dispatch-style fact checking journalism on social media. - Prioritise local politics
Dedicate a reporter to local political coverage in the run-up to elections so the city can be better informed as they head to vote. - Shine a light on the good stuff
Publish a monthly Good News edition to celebrate the many fantastic things happening all over Birmingham. - Nurture local talent
Bring in a paid intern every three months to help aspiring young journalists get into our competitive industry. - Launch a writer’s programme
Regularly invite pitches from young new writers from low-income areas in the city and select one to work with so they get their first byline.
The campaign to get us to 1,000 new paying members will end on 14th December 2026. Check the banner at the top of the screen to see how we’re doing.
Drop our editor Kate an email anytime. She’ll be happy to help you with your membership or answer any questions you may have about the campaign.
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