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The Society of Professional Journalists is the nation's
most broad-based journalism organization, dedicated to encouraging the free practice of journalism
and stimulating high standards of ethical behavior. Founded in 1909 as Sigma Delta Chi,
SPJ promotes the free flow of information vital to a well-informed citizenry through the daily
work of its roughly 6,000 members; works to inspire and educate current and future journalists
through professional development; and protects First Amendment guarantees of freedom of speech
and press through its advocacy efforts.
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Is your organization hosting an event you think would be of interest to journalists? Add it to our calendar!
Upcoming SPJ events
– 4/21/22: Sigma Delta Chi Day
– 4/21/22: Photo & Video Usage Rights
Additional upcoming events
– 4/29/22: The Story’s Core: Using ledes and nut grafs to attract and keep readers
– 7/10/22: USC Center for Health Journalism National Fellowship
Join us for The SPJ Convention for 2022 Follow us on Twitter at #mediafest22
More Journalist's Toolbox:
– Broadcast Journalism
– Investigating Companies
– The Economy
– FOIA and Finding Data
– COVID-19 Vaccines