Why work with us

Many media and communication professionals sense that their current ways of telling stories no longer sustain, but they lack clear language and frameworks, or the self-confidence to make changes. That’s where we come in.

We bring in expertise from working for over a decade in Dutch (semi-) public broadcasting, and internationally in the fields of digital native media and NGOs.

Our work has a strong grounding in constructive storytelling, well-being, and decolonial thinking. We understand, and we can navigate cross-border and cross-cultural sensitivities.

Clients come to us because they seek new inspiration for their journalism, guidance in well-being for their teams, or help in navigating complex and polarized topics.

Who we work with

We mostly work with editorial, media, and communications leaders and founders who are responsible for narrative decisions in journalism, media organizations, communication departments, NGOs, foundations, and public-interest institutions. Most of the clients are values-driven and internationally oriented, and work in complex environments.

Why we exist

Inclusive Journalism exists as a platform for training, research, and coaching to support ethical and responsible decision-making in journalism and leadership. We see how challenging the world of storytelling has become, and we want to help you navigate it with confidence.

What we do

Inclusive Journalism brings together different practices:

Editorial reflection through the newsletter (read archive) and Cracks Magazine, offering lenses to navigate complexity.
Training and workshops on solutions journalism, complicating the narrative, narrative leadership, and related editorial approaches.
Mentoring and coaching for professionals who need thinking support while navigating complex work and leadership decisions.
Longer-form programmes, including courses and retreats.

Our work focuses on the intersection of constructive storytelling, decolonial thinking, and well-being.

Who is behind this

Inclusive Journalism is a platform shaped by the experience and practice of its founder, Dutch journalist and media professional Sanne Breimer. She has 15+ years of experience in media, working as an editor-in-chief and manager in Dutch public broadcasting (FunX Radio, NPO Lab, Omroep Human) and later with international media organizations. Alongside her work in media, Sanne has trained in reflective and embodied practices, including yoga, meditation, and holistic lifestyle coaching. Inclusive Journalism collaborates with Sonia Piscayanti of Komunitas Mahima in Bali, Indonesia.

ETHICS

Funding and independence
Inclusive Journalism is self-funded through training, research, and advisory work with media organizations and networks. This includes collaborations with organizations such as Sembra Media, the Thomson Reuters Foundation, and the European Journalism Centre.

The newsletter and editorial work remain independent. Readers who wish to support the newsletter can do so through a paid subscription.

GET IN TOUCH

Send an email: sanne [at] inclusivejournalism [dot] com