Past Events

Would you like to get your organisation or project some positive media attention? We'll show you how! So your organisation has just started a new initiative, or has a big event coming up, and you want to get the word out. An attention-grabbing press release is what you need! This half-day workshop will go through the main techniques for writing sharp, effective press releases that will grab journalists’ attention and get your story noticed. We include a practical workshop and…

A unique opportunity for members of the Muslim community to hear from journalists and editors of leading media outlets about how to get our stories covered. Experts from the Press Association, the BBC, ITV and others will be on hand to discuss what kind of stories they look for, what makes a story newsworthy, and where to send a story or idea. Spaces at this event are strictly limited, and registration is essential to ensure entry on the day.

How comfortable are you in front of the mic or camera? Does the thought of answering a journalist's questions cause your heart to race? This half-day training session will give you the skills needed to prepare for and deliver a polished media interview, the first step to becoming a confident media spokesperson. We show you how to plan your interview, communicate your main messages, how to make your audience remember your points, and crucially, how to respond to those difficult…

What can YOU do about the portrayal of Muslims and Islam in the Media? You can help CfMM promote fair and responsible reporting of Muslims and Islam in the media, by reducing inaccurate and misleading reporting. To date we have secured hundreds of changes and logged many successful complaints. But how can you do it? This workshop explores the narratives commonly used in reporting on Islam and Muslims, and then takes participants through the steps to make effective complaints to…