Lynn Walsh

New article out!

I just published “Creators — and everyone sharing on the internet — should think about minimizing harm” for News Creator Corps.

The short version: in today’s world, virtually anyone can capture and share. That’s amazing because it can bring light to overlooked stories and voices. But it also means we need to stop and ask questions before we hit post or share:

1. What’s my reason for sharing this?
2. Could it cause someone harm (emotionally, reputationally, physically)?
3. Am I including enough context, or just dumping something out there for clicks?

The point isn’t to censor or avoid difficult stories. The point is to share responsibly. Because behind every photo, headline or share, there are real people and real consequences.

I’d love for you to check it out and share your thoughts. If you’re creating, sharing or just scrolling, how do you think about your role in the info you pass along?

Creators—and everyone sharing on the internet—should think about minimizing harm - News Creator Corps Each of us has a front-row seat to not just witness history but contribute to how people remember it.

🚨 Big news from Trusting News ! 🚨

For more than a year I’ve been trying to help journalists learn how to build trust with their use of AI. We just released brand new exploring how the public feels about AI and what that means for journalists trying to build trust while using these tools. (Read the research here: https://trustingnews.org/new-research-how-ai-disclosures-in-news-help-and-also-hurt-trust-with-audiences/)

Some key takeaways from the research:
🧠 Audiences are skeptical, uncomfortable and unsure about AI — especially in journalism.
📣 People want transparency (A LOT of it) when use AI but even detailed disclosures don’t always ease their concerns. 🛑 Disclosing AI use often led to less trust in a story.
👂 Listening and engaging to news consumers is always essential but when it comes to using AI asking your audience can help you understand their comfort and expectations around that use. Don’t assume — ask.
🧍‍♀️ Emphasizing the human side of journalism matters more than ever.

We’ve created a whole new set of free resources to help build trust with their use of AI, including tools for:
✅ Listening to your audience
✅ Writing clear disclosures
✅ Creating AI policies
✅ Supporting ethical decision-making

📚 Explore all the new resources in our updated AI Trust Kit: https://trustingnews.org/ai
📺 Watch the research webinar recording: https://youtu.be/ogAUeI2ZdXM

💡 Want to go deeper?
We’re launching a new AI cohort + innovation fund focused on educating your community about AI, not just how it’s used in news, but how it works and how to spot it.

Newsrooms can:
1️⃣ Join a paid cohort to experiment with AI education
2️⃣ Apply for a $5,000 innovation grant to develop a community-facing idea

📌 Details + how to apply: https://trustingnews.org/newsrooms-apply-to-join-two-new-paid-trusting-news-initiatives-focused-on-educating-the-public-about-ai/

Apply now: Innovation fund and AI cohort News consumers want transparency about AI use in journalism. This resource has tested language to help journalists disclose AI use in reporting, writing and editing — with a focus on human involvement and ethical standards.

Thank you for inviting me Sue Kopen Katcef. I loved reconnecting with a real broadcast legend and sharing our latest research around how journalists can use AI in ethical ways.

If you’re looking for a lake vacation this summer, come join us in upstate NY! We are the proud owners of Black Bear Lodges on 4th Lake and still have a few openings during the summer season. Details below ⬇️

Completed my goal of 52 hikes in 2022. This last one was more of a long walk (6.5 miles) than a hike but was a first for us and had plenty of lake and mountain views. Here’s to another 52 in 2023! 🥾