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 Latina women make up a large portion of deaths from breast cancer. In addition to this concern, recent observations show an increase in this type of cancer among Latinas in California younger than 40 years old. This is not good news for young women, since cancer is more likely to cause death at this age, and in general, mammograms are not recommended before the age of 40. Farida Jhabvala Romero researched this issue in San Francisco and brings us the first story in a series.
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ICFJ's 2009 Knight International Journalism Award Winner Chouchou Namegabe Nabintu (left) called for better protection for the press and a nonpartisan security force to end sexual violence in the conflict-torn eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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 American journalist Kelly McEvers (pictured, left) and Saudi journalist Asma Alsharif (pictured, right) teamed up to report on how Saudi-funded schools in both countries are adjusting curricula accused of inciting violence during and after 9-11. They worked on an ICFJ program aimed at building journalistic bridges between the United States and predominantly Muslim countries. Three other teams are also working on joint-reporting projects, all funded by Carnegie Corporation of New York.
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 Covering immigration is not easy. It often requires an understanding of public policy and immigration law, an appreciation of U.S. history and our social dynamics, and an ability to convey in a compelling, even-handed way the everyday stories of immigrants. It is important not to stereotype, sensationalize or oversimplify the issues and the lives of the people you interview. While writing about illegal immigrants, for example, it is important to earn their trust and also make sure they understand your role as a journalist and not as an advocate. There may be language barriers, and it is important that you translate accurately or work with a translator who can assist you.
This manual will help you cover immigration in a fair and meaningful way.
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 The first online network for young journalists launched in Syria this week. Called Tawasul – Arabic for “connecting” – the network features multimedia stories on social issues, including photographs, cartoons and animation. The network also enables journalists to share ideas and resources.
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 Former intern of the Scripps Howard Semester in Washington Internship Program at the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) Marta Lillo returns to Washington, D.C. because of the Presidential election.
She stops by ICFJ to share how much she appreciated her experiences years before and how that experience has shaped her journalism career.
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 Welcome to the first edition of the 'Letter from Timor-Leste'! This May 2009 edition is the first in a series of monthly 'Letters', in which ICFJ Country Director Chuck Rice and his team in Dili will summarize the latest developments concerning our media assistance project in East Timor. Find out what's going on behind the scenes - in words and in pictures!
And: we welcome feedback and comments - please let us know what you think about these 'Letters'. Enjoy the May edition of the 'Letter from Timor-Leste'!
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 When the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) sent longtime journalist Arul Louis to boost reporting on climate change in India, he knew he faced a challenge. In the media of India, one of the developing world’s biggest and fastest growing economies, the topic of climate change has rarely bubbled to the surface.
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