Media Party, Latin America’s premier media innovation conference, in partnership with the World Bank, announces the launch of a hybrid training program for journalists in Argentina on the road to Media Party Buenos Aires 2025.
“Data, Visualizations, and Artificial Intelligence for Storytelling” is a program designed to empower media professionals with innovative tools—including Artificial Intelligence (AI)—and a deep understanding of global challenges. The goal is to foster inclusive and sustainable development while giving these stories visibility at the conference. The program is specifically tailored for journalists working in Argentine media.
In an ever-evolving media landscape, journalists face the challenge of turning complex information into narratives that not only raise awareness but also drive action. Supported by the World Bank, this initiative aligns with the goals of fostering innovative solutions to highlight inclusive and sustainable development, translating technical analysis into accessible stories, and training new generations of journalists to prepare them for a dynamic job market.
Additionally, World Bank micro-grants will be promoted to support innovative journalistic projects.
With a 13-year track record, Media Party is renowned for gathering over 2,000 professionals annually and connecting a network of more than 15,000 journalists, tech innovators, and sustainable media ecosystem developers.
Hybrid Methodology and Innovative Approach
The training is built on a hybrid model that combines high-impact virtual workshops with a project production phase supported by micro-grants, culminating in the showcase of the most outstanding stories at Media Party Buenos Aires.
The methodological approach prioritizes the use of World Bank data, including the practical application of key information from flagship reports such as “Poverty Traps” and the “Economic Memorandum.” It will also focus on project-based learning, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), and building strategic alliances to ensure the publication and international visibility of the developed projects.
Program Components
The program is structured into three days of workshops focusing on the strategic use of data, data visualizations, and a final design thinking session.
Wednesday, June 18th — 5:00 PM — Day 1
- “Data Analysis for Journalists with AI” & “Data360: A Digital Tool for Journalists” — 1.5 hours — Virtual — Flor Coelho and Paola Ballon
The World Bank’s new platform features over 10,000 indicators for 200 economies. How can you create your own customized, downloadable reports ready for your investigations? How do you find indicators, databases, and reports on your topics of interest? The Data360 portal provides resources for these public policy questions and more. Leveraging the power of AI, we will learn to translate technical analysis into understandable narratives—moving from data to stories—and how to utilize NotebookLM.
Wednesday, June 25th — 5:00 PM — Day 2
- “Impactful Data Visualization and AI-Assisted Generation” — 1.5 hours — Virtual — Andrés Snitcofsky
This session will develop skills to transform complex data into clear and attractive visualizations using tools like Datawrapper and Flourish, enhanced by AI. This workshop will be a hands-on space for the direct application of these tools.
Wednesday, July 2nd — 3:00 PM — Day 3
- “Workshop 4: Implementation and Formats of Digital Narrative Products with AI” — 2 hours — Virtual — Nico Russo
This session shows how data visualizations come to life in engaging and effective digital products, exploring various formatting and distribution possibilities supported by AI. This will be a hybrid Design Thinking session at the World Bank offices in Buenos Aires (with a virtual option) focused on brainstorming and prototyping high-impact journalistic projects.
July to October — Micro-grants Program
An open call to support the production of impactful journalistic stories that utilize World Bank data and priority themes. Selected projects will receive tailored advice and mentorship.
Timeline
- June 2025: Virtual workshops.
- July 2025: Design Thinking workshop and launch of the Micro-grants Open Call.
- July — October 2025: Selection and development of projects with the support of micro-grants and mentorship.
- October 2–4, 2025: Presentation of the featured stories at Media Party Buenos Aires 2025.
Top-Tier Experts and Trainers
This program features prominent professionals with extensive experience in media innovation, data journalism, visualization, artificial intelligence, and human rights:
- Florencia Coelho: New media specialist and co-founder of the La Nación Data team, Gabo Award finalist for her work on audio-tapings analysis.
- Paola Ballon: Communications and impact development specialist at the World Bank. Her expertise will provide a crucial perspective on how to translate World Bank data and priorities into compelling, relevant journalistic narratives for sustainable development.
- Andrés Snitcofsky: Graphic designer specializing in information design and data visualization, focused on making complex information more accessible.
- Nico Russo: Explorer of the intersection between technology and journalism, Media Party collaborator, and creator of AI-driven digital products.
About Media Party: Since 2012, Media Party has led the creation of digital media innovation ecosystems in Latin America. It has collaborated with renowned organizations such as the International Center for Journalists, Media Development Investment Fund, Omidyar Network, Open Society Foundations, Knight Foundation, Mozilla Foundation, and North Base Media, among many others.
About the World Bank Group: The World Bank Group is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries worldwide. Its mission is to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet. To achieve this, it operates as a single World Bank Group with all clients, working in close collaboration with other multilateral institutions, the private sector, and civil society.
