Altice, i24NEWS launch journalism programme for high-schoolers
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Michelle Clancy
| 08 March 2017

Altice USA and i24NEWS have announced an experiential media programme for local NY tri-state area high schools, dubbed Altice Connects Global Voices.

The programme invites students from local high schools to engage with the i24NEWS team to discuss current events, develop informed opinions, and understand the importance of global awareness, tolerance and journalistic integrity. Students will also participate in the creation of media content that they can share via social media and on AlticeConnects.com.

Altice USA is the fourth largest cable operator in the US. i24NEWS, available on Optimum TV Channel 102, is an international television news organisation with studios in Tel Aviv, New York City and Paris.

“Now, more than ever, we need to empower students to think critically about the events within their communities and across the globe,” said Lee Schroeder, SVP, government and community affairs, Altice USA. “Through Altice Connects Global Voices, high school students will be exposed to a variety of perspectives as they form their own opinions on current events and actively engage in dialogue on global issues with i24NEWS.”

To kick-off the programme launch, Lawrence High School students participated in a behind the scenes experience at the i24NEWS studio in Times Square, New York City. The students produced short video pieces that include interviews with the i24NEWS talent and leadership teams, learned about the inner workings of a live broadcast, and conducted interviews on the value of the global perspective and non-partisan news.

“As the media landscape changes rapidly, it is critical to emphasise the importance of well-informed, unbiased journalism and we are thrilled to work with Altice USA to help shape the next generation of journalists and leaders within our communities,” said Frank Melloul, CEO of i24NEWS.