What's a "media giraffe"? We're working on the answer, and you can read it HERE.
Advisors and nominators for the Media Giraffe Project (MGP) will help craft the answer to that question.
The concept of a "giraffe" -- a person sticking their neck out for the common good -- was not originated by us.
The MGP shares a vision with -- but is totally separate from -- the Giraffe Heroes Project, an international organization that since 1982 has been moving people to stick their necks out for the common good. See www.giraffe.org. John Graham, Giraffe Heroes Project President, is a member of the MGP Advisory Board.
In the media context, a giraffe is taking financial or professional risk to advance participatory democracy and community. The giraffe is an independent voice, although he or she may be part of a large, established media organization. Their commitment to "giraffe" ideals is longstanding and is making a difference. In some way, their efforts appear financially sustainable, through profit, collaboration or grants.
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