Briefly News’ Editor-in-Chief Selected for Prestigious Global Media Leadership Programme
We are proud to announce that our Editor-in-Chief, Maryn Blignaut, has been selected to participate in the Women in News (WIN) Global Leadership Accelerator — a prestigious initiative of the World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA). This 21-week programme is internationally recognised for advancing high-potential women newsroom leaders from emerging, transitional, and fragile states.
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The WIN Global Leadership Accelerator is designed to equip mid-and-high level media professionals with cutting-edge skills in newsroom leadership, digital strategy, financial management, and the integration of artificial intelligence in journalism. The selective process is quite meticulous. According to the programme requirements:
''Journalists with a passion for the news industry, with a minimum 5-10 years active experience in the newsroom, can apply''.
In addition to intensive weekly training, participants receive personalized one-on-one coaching, global networking opportunities, and mentorship to help them develop a strategic 3–5 year leadership plan.
Maryn’s selection is a testament to her unwavering commitment to journalistic excellence, her innovative vision, and her ongoing efforts to drive positive change in the newsroom. Her participation in this programme aligns with our broader mission to foster inclusive, future-forward leadership and strengthen women empowerment in media. Maryn added:
''It's all about empowering us to take on more leadership roles and drive change in the industry''.
As she embarks on this transformative journey, we look forward to the insights and leadership strategies Maryn will bring back—further enhancing our newsroom’s capacity to adapt, grow, and lead in today’s rapidly evolving media landscape.
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