A collaborative model for visual journalism that aims to advance trust and representation in local media.
About
The CatchLight Local Visual Desk empowers newsrooms to produce locally relevant and representative visual journalism that builds audience trust and engagement.
Local stories
Visual Toolkit for Member Newsrooms
Resources and guidance for CatchLight Local member newsrooms. Members can log in to access the toolkit.
Member Newsrooms
Current Members
Past Members
2019, 2022, 2023
2022-2025
2022-2025
2020
2023-2024
2019
2023 · 2024
2025-2026
2022-2023
2020
2025-2026
2019
2023
2023
* Host newsroom for a CatchLight/RFA visual journalism fellow
Local Fellows
in partnership with Report for America
Supporters
We are grateful for the generous support of our funders and partners.
CatchLight Local is a visual journalism model whose success is thanks to the generous support of individuals, foundations, and corporations.
2026 camera partner
Sony Electronics is the 2026 camera partner for CatchLight Local.
