About Us

The mission of the Fort Wayne Media Collaborative is to bring together Fort Wayne’s media resources to address complex community challenges by creating and disseminating solid, evidence-based journalism. We envision transforming the nature of local journalism in Fort Wayne and giving our community greater access to solutions-oriented news that encourages civic engagement.

The Collaborative Corner: Fort Wayne Stories

by | Apr 19, 2024

Episode 1: City Councilwoman At-Large, Michelle Chambers Join us for an episode of the Collaborative Corner Podcast, where we speak with City Councilwoman At-Large, Michelle Chambers, as she shares her thoughts on what it means to be a public servant, changes in the identity of the "big little city" of Fort Wayne, and her vision for the future of our great city of Fort Wayne. The Collaborative Corner is a production of the Fort Wayne Media Collaborative with the goal of connecting listeners to the stories and culture of Northeast Indiana. https://youtu.be/_Cn2SjG4o3M For more information, visit fwmediacollaborative.com

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Republican Q&A Candidate Forum 4.14.24

by | Apr 18, 2024

Did you miss your chance to attend the Republican Candidate Forum over the weekend? You can watch candidates presenting their platforms, discussing key issues, and answering questions from the audience at the link below. IN03 Congressional Candidates from left to right: Tim Smith (R), Grant Bucher (R), Wendy W. Davis (R), Jon Kenworthy (R), Marlin A. Stutzman (R), Michael Felker (R), and Eric Whalen (R). Video presentation candidate: Andy Zay (R). https://youtu.be/UqNkWCw4JSU?feature=shared For more information visit fwmediacollaborative.com.

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Democratic Q&A Candidate Forum 4.06.24

by | Apr 10, 2024

https://youtu.be/Y9Sdoz6sqAI IN03 Congressional Candidates Phil Goss & Kiley Adolf participate in Democratic Q&A Candidate Forum presented by the Fort Wayne Media Collaborative and Mike Downs Center for Indiana Politics at the Allen County Public Library Main Branch on April 6th, 2024.

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2024 CANDIDATE FORUMS FOR DEMOCRATIC AND REPUBLICAN PRIMARY ELECTIONS

2024 CANDIDATE FORUMS FOR DEMOCRATIC AND REPUBLICAN PRIMARY ELECTIONS

by | Mar 29, 2024

Join us for an insightful series of Candidate Forums where you can hear directly from the contenders vying for your vote in the upcoming Indiana 2024 Primary Election. This is your chance to engage with the candidates, understand their perspectives, and make informed decisions on Election Day. Both forums will feature candidates from their respective parties, presenting their platforms, discussing key issues, and answering questions from the audience. It's an excellent opportunity for you to learn more about the individuals who could potentially represent you in important positions of leadership. Remember, your voice matters, and your vote counts! To reserve a spot for these events, register at: Democratic Party forum: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../3rd-district-congressional......

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KHEPRW Goals for Indianapolis Community Land Trust

by | Dec 6, 2023

https://youtu.be/6XO8zWrwZZM Kheprw is a nonprofit organization based in Indianapolis that’s taking an active role in creating affordable housing options for residents by starting a Community Land Trust there. Their strategy is to develop community leaders who can move their CLT project forward and help address some of the inequalities in wealth that have influenced who can afford housing and who cannot. With Indianapolis’ eviction rate soaring to #8 in the US according to the latest numbers out of evictionlab.org, this type of strategic thinking on the part of nonprofits is needed to help provide residents with affordable, long-term housing solutions. A conversation with Alvin Sangsuwangul and Gabi Lorino. For more information, visit kheprw.org For more information, visit...

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KHEPRW Creating a Community Land Trust

by | Dec 6, 2023

https://youtu.be/ZezpeGFx67A How can a community come together to create affordable housing? This video tells the story of different forces that came together in Indianapolis to help start a community land trust. Many factors need to be considered when setting up a nonprofit, finding funding, and developing places where affordable housing such as a CLT can go from idea to reality. A conversation with Alvin Sangsuwangul and journalist Gabi Lorino. For more information, visit kheprw.org For more information visit fwmediacollaborative.com Paid for by the Fort Wayne Media Collaborative.

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KHEPRW Community Land Trusts Benefits and History

by | Dec 6, 2023

https://youtu.be/G9IzjtXTzJw How did housing inequality come about, and what can be done to help people obtain affordable housing in the future? This discussion of Indianapolis’ community land trust and what it aims to create for residents there provides a look into the history of housing in the US as well as the benefits of Community Land Trusts. A conversation with Alvin Sangsuwangul and journalist Gabi Lorino. For more information visit kheprw.org For more information visit fwmediacollaborative.com Paid for by the Fort Wayne Media Collaborative.

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Fort Wayne Local Candidate Forum 2023

Fort Wayne Local Candidate Forum 2023

by | Nov 7, 2023

https://youtu.be/P3PB2CD1vnQ Hear what the candidates on your ballot have to say about their goals for the future of the city of Fort Wayne, Indiana. This local candidate forum took place at the Downtown Allen County Public Library on October 7, 2023. For more information, visit fwmediacollaborative.com Paid for by the Fort Wayne Media Collaborative.

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Partners in Housing: Jeannette Shaw – Part 3

by | Oct 25, 2023

https://youtu.be/rV02zQM4_KY This video is a part of a series of interviews with members of the Partners in Housing organization in Indianapolis, Indiana, as they explain their ‘Housing First’ strategy in their approach to end homelessness. This is the third and final part of a conversation with Jeannette Shaw, Senior Property Manager for all Partners in Housing properties in Indianapolis. This is also the final part of the Partners in Housing series. For more information visit fwmediacollaborative.com For more information on Partners in Housing visit partnersinhousingindy.org/housing Paid for by the Fort Wayne Media Collaborative.

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