Former journalist helps find new home for late publisher’s archive at @llilasbenson
In 2020, the journalism community mourned the loss of former publisher Dery Dyer. However, thanks to the efforts of a concerned former journalist from the renowned Costa Rican newspaper, The Tico Times, Dyer’s invaluable archive found a new home at @llilasbenson.
The news of this heartwarming endeavor was shared by the LatAm Journalism Review on November 15, 2023. The thread on Twitter provided further details about the journey to secure the archive.
The late Dery Dyer was a prominent figure in the publishing industry, and her passing left a void. Recognizing the significance of her work and the need to preserve her legacy, the former journalist from The Tico Times dedicated their time and resources to finding a suitable home for Dyer’s archive.
Eventually, @llilasbenson, an esteemed institution, emerged as the perfect place to house the collection. With the archive now in safe hands, researchers, journalists, and enthusiasts alike can access and explore Dyer’s invaluable contributions to the field.
This heartwarming story serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving journalistic legacies and honoring those who have made significant contributions..
Source : @LatAmJournalism
After former publisher Dery Dyer passed away in 2020, a concerned former journalist of Costa Rican newspaper @TheTicoTimes helped to find her old editor’s archive a new home at @llilasbenson.
Thread https://t.co/srt4mh7gUA
— LatAm Journalism Review (@LatAmJournalism) November 15, 2023