**Google News Lab Announces the 2023 Google News Initiative Summit**
**What**:
The 2023 Google News Initiative Virtual Summit brings together news leaders, journalists, publishers, and innovators from across the globe. The summit will provide a platform for attendees to connect, learn, and be inspired by some of the most influential voices in the news industry.
**When**:
June 20, 2023
**Where**:
Virtual event, on YouTube Live
**Why Attend**:
The Google News Initiative Virtual Summit is designed to help attendees:
* **Gain insights from industry experts:** Hear from leading journalists, publishers, and tech innovators on the latest trends and best practices in the news industry.
* **Learn about Google’s latest products and initiatives:** Get a sneak peek at new tools and programs designed to help news organizations succeed in the digital age.
* **Network with peers:** Connect with other news professionals from around the world and exchange ideas and experiences.
* **Get inspired:** Hear from successful journalists and publishers who are using innovative approaches to reach and engage audiences.
**Keynote Speakers**
The summit will feature keynote speeches from some of the world’s most influential journalists and media executives, including:
* **Maria Ressa**, Nobel Peace Prize laureate and co-founder of Rappler
* **Mark Thompson**, former director-general of the BBC
* **Nikole Hannah-Jones**, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and creator of The 1619 Project
* **Sundar Pichai**, CEO of Google
**Sessions**
The summit will offer a variety of breakout sessions on topics such as:
* The future of journalism
* The role of technology in the news industry
* Audience engagement and retention
* Revenue generation and sustainability
* Diversity and inclusion in the newsroom
**How to Register**
Attendance at the Google News Initiative Virtual Summit is free. To register, please visit [https://newsinitiative.withgoogle.com/events/gnews-summit-2023/](https://newsinitiative.withgoogle.com/events/gnews-summit-2023/).
**About the Google News Initiative**
The Google News Initiative is committed to supporting journalism and helping news organizations succeed in the digital age. Through training, funding, and technology, the News Initiative helps journalists produce high-quality, trusted content, build sustainable business models, and reach new audiences.
For more information about the News Initiative, please visit [https://newsinitiative.withgoogle.com/](https://newsinitiative.withgoogle.com/)..
