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from every area of journalism, from across the country, to our nation's capital

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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. Read more

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Tue, 16 Aug 2022
SPJ Foundation awards grants to NFIC, NAJA and other SPJ programs

Mon, 1 Aug 2022
SPJ mourns death of Fellow of the Society Jerry Ceppos

Mon, 25 Jul 2022
MediaFest22 opening keynote to feature Denetclaw, Min Kim, Summers

Wed, 29 Jun 2022
SPJ calls Rappler shut down 'wrong on many fronts'

Tue, 28 Jun 2022
SPJ to host 23 student journalists for 2022 Student Leadership Institute

Thu, 23 Jun 2022
Announcing the 2021 Sigma Delta Chi Awards, MOEy and Corbin Gwaltney winners

Tue, 21 Jun 2022
SPJ announces 2021 Mark of Excellence National Winners

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Upcoming SPJ events
– 8/20/22: SPJ Region 11 Conference
– 8/30/22: SPJ D.C. Freelancers Virtual Get-Together

Additional upcoming events
– 8/24/22: WEBINAR: The Youth Mental Health Crisis

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#Mediafest22 Convention

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SPJ Merchandise

Abortion Coverage Resources

Find resources on how to write about sensitive topics, such as abortion

Quill

Capitalizing on the Nation’s Capital

More from Quill:
– 10 with Ayesha Rascoe
– Traveling Blues
– “Sorry” state: Should newspapers apologize for their pasts?

The Journalist's Toolbox

Podcasting

More Journalist's Toolbox:
– The Economy
– COVID-19 Vaccines
– Investigative Journalism
– Journalism Jobs
– Retail | Inflation

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Webinar Replays

– SPJ 2021 Virtual Regional Conference
– SPJ Region 1 Conference: Media and First Amendment
– SPJ Region 1 Conference: Investigative Stories that Matter
– SPJ Region 1 Conference: How to Get a Job
– Informing the public on the promise and perils of algorithms

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SPJ 21 Session Replays

If you couldn't be with us at SPJ21 this year, we’ve got the next-best thing: 48 session replays, including our three Super Sessions and our Fellow Feature, available to watch on demand on your schedule.

SPJ Foundation Grants

Society of Professional Journalists Foundation grants primarily support SPJ and also provide support to organizations and causes that further our mission.

Deadline to apply: March 1, 2022, 11:59 p.m. ET

Sources of Color: Diverse journalists and industry experts all in one place

Are you a journalist who wants to diversify the stories you tell by including more people of color while streamlining your search for reputable sources? This platform is especially for you.

The SPJ Race & Gender Hotline: Fast answers for confused journalists

SPJ has partnered with experienced Black and LGBT journalists and educators, including the Trans Journalists Association. They’ll offer concrete advice for your specific situation.

Even if you choose not to follow that advice, you’ll hang up with an enlightened grasp of the issues currently roiling the news media. And whatever happens on your call, it’s all off the record.

SPJ’s Code of Ethics

SPJ declares these four principles as the foundation of ethical journalism and encourages their use in its practice by all people in all media.

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