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Jay Valle
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Reporter, NBCU Academy
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By Jay Valle Verified| NBCU Academy@ New York vocal coach Matt Goldstein never anticipated a gathering of his friends singing pop songs would become a viral sensation. But that 2021 meetup evolved into Gaia Music Collective, which organizes pop-up singing groups across the country, from the Museum of Modern Art in New York to an intimate warehouse space in Los Angeles. Sign up for our newsletter! “There’s a hunger for this,” Goldstein said of Gaia.
By Jay Valle Verified| NBCU Academy@ When Jesus Salas moved to Florida to be with his husband, he thought it’d be easy to find HIV care. But that wasn’t the case. He only had a one-month supply of his HIV medication and Spanish-speaking specialists were hard to come by. Language and cultural differences are barriers for many Latinos seeking HIV care. While new HIV diagnoses remained steady across the U.S. between 2018 and 2022, rates increased 19% among Latinos, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
By Jay Valle Verified| NBCU Academy@ In March, Jenna Bainbridge will be the first wheelchair user to play the role of Nessarose in “Wicked” on Broadway. Her announcement comes months after Marisa Bode, who also uses a wheelchair in real life, portrayed Nessa in the blockbuster film. “We need to hear disabled stories,” Bainbridge said.
Company Info
NBCU Academy
NBCU Academy is a free educational initiative from NBCUniversal News Group, launched in 2021. It aims to develop the next generation of journalists, media professionals, and content creators through accessible training programs, mentorship, and hands-on experiences. The academy focuses on skill development, career advancement, and promoting diversity in media. The academy offers free courses, workshops, and resources in journalism, media production, and technology. Key offerings include journalism training that covers ethical reporting, fact-checking, and social media integration. NBCU Academy also provides fellowships in partnership with institutions like CCNY, which include stipends and internship placements. Additionally, it hosts virtual career-building events and operates an Equity Lab to analyze media inclusivity and best practices for serving underrepresented audiences. NBCU Academy collaborates with various organizations to deliver tailored programs and supports students, early-career professionals, and institutions in bridging gaps in media representation and access.
United States, United States
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Founded: 2021