The Chicago Independent Media Alliance is a project of the Reader Institute for Community Journalism. It is a partnership of independent, local, and community-driven media entities coming together in the spirit of collaboration, especially in creating new revenue streams and heightening independent media’s visibility.
Launched in the summer of 2019, CIMA is a project of the Reader Institute for Community Journalism Since its inception, CIMA has brought in nearly $484,695 into Chicago’s local and independent news ecosystem.
Together, CIMA’s 69 members represent 81 outlets and … – Reach a combined audience of 4.5 million – Represent all of the city’s 50 wards and many near suburbs – Produce content in 6 languages