What is the GNI Startups Boot Camp?

The GNI Startups Boot Camp is a fully remote, nine-week professional development program designed by Google News Initiative and Fishburners to provide hands-on support and coaching to aspiring news media entrepreneurs establishing independent journalism ventures in Australia and New Zealand. The program includes weekly group seminars, one-on-one coaching, and aims to support diverse voices by guiding the creation of platforms for underrepresented communities.

Who is eligible to apply for the GNI Startups Boot Camp?

The program is open to individuals or teams who want to launch or grow an independent journalism venture in Australia or New Zealand, with particular emphasis on supporting diverse voices and underrepresented communities. Applicants should be aspiring news media entrepreneurs ready to receive hands-on support and guidance during the nine-week program.

What support and mentorship are provided in the GNI Startups Boot Camp?

Participants receive weekly group seminars and one-on-one coaching from experienced mentors including Sinorbis CMO Vijay Solanki and BindiMaps co-founder and chief product officer, who provide guidance on establishing and growing independent journalism ventures. The fully remote format allows entrepreneurs from across Australia and New Zealand to access this professional development support.

Fishburners & Google announce cohort for inaugural AUNZ ‘GNI Startups Boot Camp’