Supporting local journalists restoring accountability and engagement to local government across New Mexico.
What we do.
Although almost all of us follow some news about policy and politics today, most of us know very little about the decisions closest to us: our city, county and state governments.
To fill the information gap left by shrinking newsrooms, we use a civic journalism model for sharing community information. That means we don’t just report on local politics, policy, and community challenges—we cover how people are solving them (or not), and how readers can join in.
About us.
By journalists. For journalists.
The Citizen Media Group works to preserve and expand journalism in New Mexico as a critical tool for democracy.
Our programs focus on teaching local government reporting through civics education, career mentorship and by developing civic engagement tools that connect residents to their government through journalism.
Our projects.
Coming soon!