http://www.spj.org/ The master calendar feed for the Society of Professional Journalists. en-us billyok (C) Society of Professional Journalists 1440 2026-05-30 18:42:36 Celia Wexler National Press Club, D.C. National Press Club, D.C. June 9, 2026 June 9, 2026 18:00:00 22:00:00 June 9, 2026, 6:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) June 9, 2026, 10:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) America/New_York Together, Freedom of Information, Ethics, Diversity, Freelancing, International Journalism, Students, SPJ Chapters, SPJ Local Awards, Journalism Awards, SPJ Communities, press freedom, scholarships, Uncategorized cvwexler@gmail.com June 9, 2026 20260609T220000Z 20260610T020000Z -0500 June 9, 2026 https:// https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/dateline-awards-and-journalism-hall-of-fame-dinner SPJDC is marking its 90th birthday, honoring four outstanding journalists, and announcing the finalists and winners of its Dateline journalism competition at its dinner at the National Press Club. New inductees into our Hall of Fame are AP national science reporter Seth Borenstein, Kevin Naff, co-owner and editor of The Blade, the oldest LGBTQ newspaper in the country, and Cheryl W. Thompson, NPR investigative correspondent. Our Distinguished Service Awardee is Karen Attiah, the Washington Post's founding global opinions editor. Among our star speakers is Leonard Downie, former executive editor, The Washington Post. We'll also honor the winners of our SDX Foundation of Washington journalism scholarships. June 9, 2026 Uncategorized 2026-04-29 22:19:46 SPJ Communications N/A June 10, 2026 June 10, 2026 12:00:00 13:00:00 June 10, 2026, 12:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) June 10, 2026, 1:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) America/New_York Webinars, Free Events, SDX Foundation General Journalism communications@spj.org June 10, 2026 20260610T160000Z 20260610T170000Z -0500 June 10, 2026 https:// https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lQAJzIBOR0iuMSUZoNGMaQ Get all your SPJ Foundation grants questions answered during this Q&A webinar. Registration required. June 10, 2026 General Journalism 2025-11-10 21:57:12 SPJ Communications N/A June 12, 2026 June 12, 2026 16:00:00 17:00:00 June 12, 2026, 4:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) June 12, 2026, 5:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) America/New_York SPJ President SPJ National communications@spj.org June 12, 2026 20260612T200000Z 20260612T210000Z -0500 June 12, 2026 https:// https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Mv1mwwaDQ5O6OCsEMnRQzg You are invited to the SPJ Board of Directors Zoom meeting. When: Jun 12, 2026 04:00 PM Indiana (East) Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Mv1mwwaDQ5O6OCsEMnRQzg After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. June 12, 2026 SPJ National 2026-05-31 15:59:44 Stacie Overton Johnson N/A June 15, 2026 June 15, 2026 18:00:00 18:00:00 June 15, 2026, 6:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) America/New_York Freelancing, SPJ Communities Uncategorized spjfreelancecommunity@gmail.com June 15, 2026 20260615T220000Z 20260615T220000Z -0500 June 15, 2026 https:// https://calendar.spjnetwork.org/displayevent.php?e=M809u8V0Ph-8219756786 The Freelance Community board will meet for the monthly board meeting. The meeting is virtual via Zoom. For more information contact spjfreelancecommunity@gmail.com for an invite and zoom details. June 15, 2026 Uncategorized 2026-02-12 15:51:32 Elena Callahan 610 Water St SW, Ste 300. Washington, DC 20024 610 Water St SW, Ste 300. Washington, DC 20024 June 21, 2026 June 26, 2026 June 21, 2026 June 26, 2026 America/New_York Students, Digital Journalism, Free Events General Journalism info@freespiritjournalism.org June 21, 2026 - June 26, 2026 20260621T000000 20260626T000000 -0500 June 21, 2026 - June 26, 2026 https:// https://www.freedomforum.org/al-neuharth-free-spirit-and-journalism-conference/?utm_source=spjnetwork&utm_medium=Posting&utm_campaign=FSC2026&utm_content=Calendar The Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference on June 21-26, 2026, provides 51 students (one high school junior from each state plus the District of Columbia) with an all-expenses-paid program that includes panel conversations with journalists and multimedia storytellers, newsroom visits, networking events, a chance to meet students and industry leaders who share a passion for news, and a unique Washington, D.C., experience. Participants also receive a $1,000 college scholarship and ongoing support from a community of more than 1,700 alumni. Students build their skills, grow their network and get a head start on their future. Whether you’re interested in print and broadcast journalism, multimedia storytelling or podcasts, this program is for you! The deadline to apply is March 15. June 21, 2026 General Journalism 2026-04-20 13:17:34 SPJ Awards N/A June 29, 2026 June 29, 2026 June 29, 2026 America/New_York Freedom of Information, Internships/Fellowships/Grants, SPJ National Awards, SPJ Convention, SDX Foundation SPJ National awards@spj.org June 29, 2026 20260629T000000 20260629T000000 -0500 June 29, 2026 https:// https://www.spj.org/eugene-s-pulliam-first-amendment-award/ The Society of Professional Journalists Foundation presents the Eugene S. Pulliam First Amendment Award to honor a person or persons who have fought to protect and preserve one or more of the rights guaranteed by the First Amendment. Mr. Pulliam, who died in January 1999, was publisher of The Indianapolis Star and The Indianapolis News until his death and was well-known for consistently supporting activities which educated the public about First Amendment rights and values. The Foundation has established this annual award to honor those committed to the same goals and as a tribute to the professional contributions that he made to journalism. Annually at the SPJ National Convention, the SPJ Foundation will honor an individual, group of individuals or organization with a $10,000 cash award and an engraved crystal. The honoree(s) also will receive transportation (airfare and two-night hotel stay) to the national convention. June 29, 2026 SPJ National 2026-04-20 13:17:35 SPJ Awards N/A June 29, 2026 June 29, 2026 June 29, 2026 America/New_York Freedom of Information, Internships/Fellowships/Grants, SPJ National Awards, SPJ Convention, SDX Foundation SPJ National awards@spj.org June 29, 2026 20260629T000000 20260629T000000 -0500 June 29, 2026 https:// https://www.spj.org/eugene-c-pulliam-fellowship-for-public-service-journalism/ The Eugene C. Pulliam Fellowship is intended to enable a mid-career journalist who specializes in fact-based commentary or analysis to have time away from daily responsibilities to pursue in-depth reporting projects. Fellows may use the funds to enrich their knowledge of a public interest issue through courses, independent study or travel. The fellowship is intended to result in published projects such as editorials, investigative series, podcasts or books. June 29, 2026 SPJ National 2026-04-28 19:11:20 SPJ Communications N/A June 30, 2026 June 30, 2026 June 30, 2026 America/New_York Students, Journalism Training, SPJ Convention Uncategorized communications@spj.org June 30, 2026 20260630T000000 20260630T000000 -0500 June 30, 2026 https:// https://www.spj.org/the-spj-news/ Through The SPJ News, the Society of Professional Journalists prepares the next generation of storytellers and truth seekers. Ten student journalists will be selected to cover presentations and events at the SPJ national convention, SPJ26 in Columbus, Ohio. Their work will be published at thespjnews.org. The SPJ News team includes three professional journalists who serve as mentors and guide the students during the convention The SPJ News participants will cover stories and enjoy opportunities to network with other students and professionals. Student journalists will also be expected to share their stories on their social media platforms using #SPJNews26. Applicants should be student journalists who can produce videos and audio segments, shoot photos and write digital stories on tight deadlines. The more you can do the better. In your application, show us how you can use social media platforms to report the news. AP Style is required, and if you already use it in your reporting, let us know on your application. Preference will be given to 2026 graduates. June 30, 2026 Uncategorized 2026-05-18 21:22:21 SPJ Communications Indianapolis, IN, USA Indianapolis, IN, USA July 17, 2026 July 19, 2026 July 17, 2026 July 19, 2026 America/New_York Journalism Training SPJ National communications@spj.org July 17, 2026 - July 19, 2026 20260717T000000 20260719T000000 -0500 July 17, 2026 - July 19, 2026 https:// https://spj26.org SPJ Leaders in the making who are ready to take on greater responsibility, strengthen their commitment to a free press and help guide a volunteer-powered journalism organization will meet in Indianapolis for a weekend of leadership development. July 17, 2026 SPJ National 2026-04-29 22:17:28 SPJ Communications N/A August 12, 2026 August 12, 2026 00:00:00 00:00:00 August 13, 2026, 12:00 am Eastern (U.S.) America/New_York SDX Foundation General Journalism communications@spj.org August 12, 2026 20260813T040000Z 20260813T040000Z -0500 August 12, 2026 https:// https://www.spj.org/spj-foundation-grants/ Deadline to submit your grant proposals to the SPJ Foundation is 11:59 p.m. EDT Aug. 13. August 12, 2026 General Journalism 2026-04-30 15:39:45 Ruth Nasrullah South Shore Harbour, League City, TX, USA South Shore Harbour, League City, TX, USA September 5, 2026 September 5, 2026 08:00:00 17:00:00 September 5, 2026, 8:00 am Central (U.S.) September 5, 2026, 5:00 pm Central (U.S.) America/Chicago Journalism Training, SPJ Chapters SPJ Local (Region 8) ruthmiriam@protonmail.com September 5, 2026 20260905T130000Z 20260905T220000Z -0600 September 5, 2026 https:// https://houstonspjorg.wordpress.com/spj-region-8-conference/ Please join us for the SPJ Region 8 conference at the South Shore Harbour Resort in League City, Texas. Hosted by the Greater Houston Pro chapter, conference sessions will explore today's journalism landscape, offering insights from experts and leaders geared to both professionals and students. Get more info and register today at https://houstonspjorg.wordpress.com/spj-region-8-conference/ September 5, 2026 SPJ Local (Region 8) 2026-05-11 21:57:55 SPJ Communications N/A October 1, 2026 October 4, 2026 October 1, 2026 October 4, 2026 America/New_York Journalism Training, SPJ Convention SPJ National communications@spj.org October 1, 2026 - October 4, 2026 20261001T000000 20261004T000000 -0500 October 1, 2026 - October 4, 2026 https:// https://spj26.org SPJ26 heads to Columbus, Ohio, Oct. 1-4, at the Hilton Columbus Downtown. October 1, 2026 SPJ National