http://www.spj.org/ The master calendar feed for the Society of Professional Journalists. en-us billyok (C) Society of Professional Journalists 1440 2026-05-13 15:46:27 Viktorya Vilk N/A May 19, 2026 May 19, 2026 13:00:00 14:30:00 May 19, 2026, 1:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) May 19, 2026, 2:30 pm Eastern (U.S.) America/New_York Together, Freelancing, International Journalism, Students, Journalism Training, Webinars, Free Events, Safety, elections, midterms, World Cup General Journalism vvilk@pen.org May 19, 2026 20260519T170000Z 20260519T183000Z -0500 May 19, 2026 https:// https://cpj.org/USJANcrowds Local and international journalists are gearing up to cover multiple major events in the U.S. this year -- including the World Cup and midterm elections -- and may face heightened risks as a result. Join the U.S. Journalist Assistance Network for a free roundtable focused on best practices for interacting with police and federal law enforcement, crossing borders amid increased screenings, preparing for device searches or seizures, knowing your rights in the context of arrest or detention, and navigating crowd or police violence at matches and rallies. The roundtable will feature legal and safety experts from Freedom of the Press Foundation, International Women’s Media Foundation, Kuck Baxter LLC, and Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press??'and will be moderated by PEN America. May 19, 2026 General Journalism 2026-04-30 01:21:21 Pilar Davis N/A May 19, 2026 May 19, 2026 18:00:00 18:00:00 May 19, 2026, 6:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) America/New_York Together, Freelancing, SPJ Communities, Freelance, SPJ Communities, Freelance community SPJ Community (Freelance) spjfreelancecommunity@gmail.com May 19, 2026 20260519T220000Z 20260519T220000Z -0500 May 19, 2026 https:// https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88182672876?pwd=aVF4Uom0Vk4N3JWC8Zwuyl2l4L4WSz.1 SPJ Freelance Community Board members will convene virtually via Zoom. To attend the meeting, please contact the Freelance Community by email for access details. For additional information or to request the Zoom link, reach out to [spjfreelancecommunity@gmail.com](mailto:spjfreelancecommunity@gmail.com). May 19, 2026 SPJ Community (Freelance) 2026-05-06 15:01:02 Patty Rasmussen N/A May 21, 2026 May 21, 2026 18:30:00 20:00:00 May 21, 2026, 6:30 pm Eastern (U.S.) May 21, 2026, 8:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) America/New_York Freelancing, International Journalism, Educators, Journalism Training, Webinars, Digital Journalism, SPJ Chapters General Journalism spjgeorgia@gmail.com May 21, 2026 20260521T223000Z 20260522T000000Z -0500 May 21, 2026 https:// https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-inside-look-at-creator-journalism-tickets-1988732588708?aff=oddtdtcreator Join SPJ Georgia for a virtual nuts and bolts discussion about the world of independent, audience-driven publishing -- what it is, how to get started and how to keep it going and growing. Panelists: Michele Hornish, communications professional and author of the Substack newsletter 'Small Deeds Done' Martin Kuz, independent journalist and author of the Substack newsletter 'Reporting on Ukraine' Liz Kelly Nelson, co-founder of Project C, a home for journalists navigating the independent journalism creator economy Moderator: Patty Rasmussen, independent journalist and SPJ GA Freelance Chair The workshop is free for SPJ members. $10 for non-members. May 21, 2026 General Journalism 2026-05-12 16:24:44 SPJ Awards N/A May 22, 2026 May 22, 2026 May 22, 2026 America/New_York SPJ National Awards, Journalism Awards SPJ National awards@spj.org May 22, 2026 20260522T000000 20260522T000000 -0500 May 22, 2026 https:// https://www.spj.org/howard-s-dubin-outstanding-pro-member-award/ Annually, the Society salutes individual members who have made significant contributions to their SPJ chapters. The Award honors Howard Dubin who has shown outstanding membership with his service to the Society. While he contributes great sums of time, energy and money to the national Society, Mr. Dubin continues grassroots service at the chapter level. May 22, 2026 SPJ National 2026-05-12 16:25:04 SPJ Awards N/A May 22, 2026 May 22, 2026 May 22, 2026 America/New_York SPJ National Awards, Journalism Awards SPJ National awards@spj.org May 22, 2026 20260522T000000 20260522T000000 -0500 May 22, 2026 https:// https://www.spj.org/wells-memorial-key/ Each year, a member who is judged to have served the Society in the most outstanding fashion during the preceding year or over a period of years is presented SPJ’s highest honor for a member, the Wells Memorial Key. May 22, 2026 SPJ National 2026-05-12 16:25:31 SPJ Awards N/A May 22, 2026 May 22, 2026 May 22, 2026 America/New_York SPJ National Awards, Journalism Awards Uncategorized awards@spj.org May 22, 2026 20260522T000000 20260522T000000 -0500 May 22, 2026 https:// https://www.spj.org/julie-galvan-outstanding-graduate-in-journalism-award/ Each of the Society’s campus chapters are encouraged to select one graduate in journalism who is outstanding in his or her class on the basis of character, service to the community, scholarship, proficiency in practical journalism and significant contributions to their SPJ chapter. From this group, the Society’s leaders will select one graduate who is considered the most outstanding for national recognition. The Award is named in memory of Julie Galvan, a former president of the SPJ San Jose State University Campus Chapter. May 22, 2026 Uncategorized 2026-05-12 16:23:43 SPJ Awards N/A May 22, 2026 May 22, 2026 May 22, 2026 America/New_York SPJ National Awards, Journalism Awards SPJ National awards@spj.org May 22, 2026 20260522T000000 20260522T000000 -0500 May 22, 2026 https:// https://www.spj.org/david-l-eshelman-award/ The Outstanding Campus Chapter Adviser Award, initiated in 1978, is presented annually to the person who has made an exceptional contribution to the campus chapter for which he or she serves as SPJ adviser. May 22, 2026 SPJ National 2026-05-13 18:30:16 Erica Ngao N/A May 26, 2026 May 26, 2026 12:00:00 13:00:00 May 26, 2026, 12:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) May 26, 2026, 1:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) America/New_York Freelancing, Students, Educators, Webinars, Digital Journalism, Free Events, radio, tv Uncategorized erica@indiegraf.com May 26, 2026 20260526T160000Z 20260526T170000Z -0500 May 26, 2026 https:// https://indiegraf.com/webinars/public-media-audience-revenue-growth Is your station stuck in transformation paralysis from disconnected legacy tools? Join Allison McIlmoyl and Bridget Thoreson from Indiegraf for a 60-minute information session designed specifically for resource-constrained, non-profit community radio stations. Secure your spot today to learn how to modernize your digital infrastructure, scale your audience, and secure your station's revenue and future -- plus get a detailed overview of a subsidized program that can help qualifying stations significantly save on technology costs. May 26, 2026 Uncategorized 2026-05-13 18:28:21 Erica Ngao N/A May 28, 2026 May 28, 2026 14:00:00 15:00:00 May 28, 2026, 2:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) May 28, 2026, 3:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) America/New_York Ethics, Students, Educators, Journalism Training, Webinars, Digital Journalism, Free Events, AI Uncategorized erica@indiegraf.com May 28, 2026 20260528T180000Z 20260528T190000Z -0500 May 28, 2026 https:// https://indiegraf.com/webinars/newsrooms-ai-policy-to-build-trust AI is reshaping how newsrooms work -- and your audience is paying attention. Join Indiegraf for a live, interactive webinar led by Laura E. Davis and Lynn Walsh from Trusting News, where we'll help you build an AI policy that works for your newsroom, whether you use AI tools or not. Walk away with practical templates, real examples, and a clear path to publishing a policy that builds audience trust. May 28, 2026 Uncategorized 2026-04-29 22:21:08 SPJ Communications N/A June 1, 2026 June 1, 2026 June 1, 2026 America/New_York SDX Foundation General Journalism communications@spj.org June 1, 2026 20260601T000000 20260601T000000 -0500 June 1, 2026 https:// https://www.spj.org/spj-foundation-grants/ Submit your grant proposals to the SPJ Foundation Grants Committee by 11:59 p.m. EDT Aug. 13. June 1, 2026 General Journalism 2026-05-11 21:49:18 SPJ Communications N/A June 1, 2026 June 1, 2026 June 1, 2026 America/New_York SPJ Convention SPJ National communications@spj.org June 1, 2026 20260601T000000 20260601T000000 -0500 June 1, 2026 https:// https://spj26.org Have an idea for a session at the SPJ26 convention? A panel you wish existed? A conversation the industry needs right now? Submit a proposal -- we want to hear it. You don’t have to be an SPJ member to pitch. Send in your submissions by June 1 to receive consideration for your proposals. June 1, 2026 SPJ National 2026-04-28 19:05:35 Angelina Liu 401 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201, USA 401 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201, USA June 2, 2026 June 5, 2026 June 2, 2026 June 5, 2026 America/New_York Together, Freedom of Information, Students, Journalism Training, Education, Education Reporting, Education Journalism, Education Coverage General Journalism aliu@ewa.org June 2, 2026 - June 5, 2026 20260602T000000 20260605T000000 -0500 June 2, 2026 - June 5, 2026 https:// https://ewa.org/events/upcoming-events/2026-education-writers-association-national-seminar The Education Writers Association (EWA) will hold its 2026 National Seminar in Baltimore, Maryland, June 2-5, 2026. Scholarships are available to journalists covering education, whether full-time on the beat or for a particular investigation, series or story. (We are currently offering journalists impacted by layoffs and newsroom cuts priority consideration for scholarships covering registration.) The 79th annual National Seminar will follow seismic changes to education at the federal level, including huge staffing cuts in the U.S. Department of Education, the loss of federal funding for research at universities and an overhaul of the student loan system. Meanwhile, schools, educators and students face ongoing challenges -- from inequitable resources to declining enrollment -- while navigating emerging trends, such as significant growth among workforce development programs and the use of artificial intelligence. EWA will use this unprecedented moment to help members understand how stakeholders are affected amid major shifts in federal oversight and funding while also providing training and offering solutions on how to best cover persistent education issues. Sessions focusing on journalism skills -- from best FOIA request practices to effectively using archival material in coverage --will also be a key part of the conference. June 2, 2026 General Journalism 2026-05-14 00:53:04 Stacie Overton Johnson N/A June 4, 2026 June 4, 2026 18:00:00 19:00:00 June 4, 2026, 6:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) June 4, 2026, 7:00 pm Eastern (U.S.) America/New_York Together, Freelancing, Free Events, SPJ Communities, adhd, neurodiversity, attention, neurodiverse, calm SPJ Community (Freelance) spjfreelancecommunity@gmail.com June 4, 2026 20260604T220000Z 20260604T230000Z -0500 June 4, 2026 https:// https://calendar.spjnetwork.org/displayevent.php?e=QCeXOh5Urf-8221280016 RSVP is required at spjfreelancecommunity@gmail.com Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 6pm ET The SPJ Freelance Community has launched a workshop for journalist coping with ADHD. We invite you to join us for “Freelancing with ADHD: Productivity Strategies That Actually Work,” a virtual, hands-on training offered by expert, Jen Brdlik, who is focused on providing proven strategies to help you succeed. Jen Brdlik, MSW, LMT, BCTMB, is neurodivergent life coach, former mental health therapist, and an ADHD and autism specialist. Some neurodivergent journalists find themselves distracted in a world of chaos, especially when their brain is wired differently. The struggle is real. Even if you’re disciplined, your brain may find that it is difficult to balance many things while on assignment. It’s not unusual for a freelance journalist to pitch stories to an editor, research topics, track down subject matter experts, deal with deadlines, all while working on multiple assignments at once. Whether you’re a full-time or part-time freelance journalist overwhelmed or on the verge of burnout, this session will help you assess difficulties, deal with pressure and offer tips to keep you calm while you thrive and achieve clarity and control. RSVP is required at spjfreelancecommunity@gmail.com June 4, 2026 SPJ Community (Freelance) 2026-05-18 21:27:40 SPJ Communications N/A June 8, 2026 June 8, 2026 June 8, 2026 America/New_York Journalism Training SPJ National communications@spj.org June 8, 2026 20260608T000000 20260608T000000 -0500 June 8, 2026 https:// https://form.jotform.com/261314040963046 Interested in deepening your involvement with SPJ? Apply to the 2026 Leadership Institute, July 17-19, in Indianapolis. We’re looking for 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. Candidates must be members of SPJ. Deadline to apply is June 8. Applicants will be notified whether they have been accepted by June 15. June 8, 2026 SPJ National 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 2026-02-12 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