Last year, U.S.-based National Public Radio and PBS lost funding that impacted thousands of local outlets across the country, primarily those located in rural areas. Armed with the funds that let them pay journalists, launch investigations, and try new strategies to reach people where they are, independent media outlets can keep local journalism alive. El Surti: ParaguayScrolling through social media, El Surti’s vibrant and illustrative Instagram account stands out amid a sea of Canva-templated infographics. Despite the nimble nature of local journalism outlets today, obstacles add up. Global Citizens everywhere can do their part to stand up for independent media by reading and sharing local journalism.