WNA member newspapers are encouraged to participate in Sunshine Week, the News Leaders Association’s annual nationwide celebration of open government. This year’s celebration is set for March 14-20.
Newspapers can get involved by publishing stories from the Sunshine Week Content Toolkit, or by publishing their own stories, editorials, cartoons or graphics on open government and the public’s right to know. Journalists and news organizations also are encouraged to share their experiences, success stories, FOIA battles and more by tweeting @SunshineWeek or using the hashtag #SunshineWeek.
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The special reporting package in the Content Toolkit is free for anyone to publish during Sunshine Week. Outside of March 14-20, the News Leaders Association asks that you contact them with individual requests.
Content available in this year’s toolkit includes Associated Press stories on pandemic-related open records delays, governors claiming records exemptions, and remote access to public meetings. Check back as the week draws closer for more updates.
