NABLF, For A Bright Future Foundation Strike Partnership

RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, May 9, 2024

National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF)

The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) announces a partnership with the Foundation For A Bright Future (FABF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting underprivileged and underrepresented children. This collaboration, rooted in shared values and objectives, aims to provide students with educational opportunities and sustainable employment prospects in the media industry.

NABLF and FABF are joining forces to create a distinctive educational journey for students by leveraging their shared missions. The NAB Leadership Foundation focuses on attracting talented individuals to broadcasting careers and promoting inclusivity within the industry, aligning with FABF's goal of providing cutting-edge dual credit instruction to secondary school students. Through this partnership, students will gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies in the media industry and develop valuable leadership skills, paving the way for sustainable employment opportunities.

The collaboration will initially focus on key markets in New York, California, Florida, Texas and other regions where NABLF and FABF can maximize their combined expertise and resources to create impactful programs. Additionally, the partnership will offer recipients of FABF's Media Lab and Creative Arts Scholarships increased opportunities to participate in NABLF's Technology Apprenticeship Program, Emerson Coleman Fellowship and Media Sales Academy.

"I am thrilled about our collaboration with NAB Leadership Foundation and the potential impact it holds for empowering students in media education. This partnership signifies a pivotal step towards fostering a vibrant and inclusive media sector, opening doors for diverse talents to flourish and create a positive impact. Together, we are sowing the seeds for a brighter and more equitable future," said For A Bright Future Founder and Chairman Louis Hernandez Jr.

"By joining forces with For A Bright Future, we will be able to scale our efforts in recruiting more young people to explore career-related education, specifically in broadcast technology, programming and marketing and sales," stated NAB Leadership Foundation President Michelle Duke. "Facilitating internships at television and radio companies are the cornerstones of our academic programs, and it synchronizes beautifully with FABF's goal of placing diverse talent in the world of creative arts and media. It's an exciting time for our two foundations to work together."