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Reporters without borders - http://www.rsf.org/
An organization that struggles for press freedom. News, petitions and membership form. |
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Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) - http://www.cpj.org/
An independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to the global defense of press freedom. Features international news alerts and resources from non-partisan international organization of journalists. |
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Poynter.org - http://www.poynter.org
Helps journalists do their jobs better and to serve their communities. Updated daily, it provides journalists with reliable information, useful tools, and provocative suggestions. |
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International Federation of Journalists - http://www.ifj.org/
Organization that aims to push governments to promote social justice and rights for journalists. |
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Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma - http://www.dartcenter.org/
A resource based at the University of Washington for students and working journalists seeking current information on the intersection of journalism and trauma. |
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Newspaper Association of America - http://www.naa.org/
Supporting continuity and change in the newspaper industry by focusing on strategic issues such as marketing, public policy, diversity, industry development, and newspaper operations. |
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Council for the Advancement of Science Writing - http://www.casw.org/
Organization of journalists and scientists committed to improving the quality of science news reaching the general public. Information about CASW activities, careers in science writing, and grants and fellowships for students. |
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National Association of Black Journalists - http://www.nabj.org
Has a mission to strengthen ties among African-American journalists, promote diversity in newsrooms and honor excellence in the media industry. |
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Institute for Interactive Journalism - http://www.j-lab.org/
An incubator to promote interactive journalism in the 21st century using new media. Promotes innovative journalism through awards. |
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Organization of News Ombudsmen - http://www.newsombudsmen.org/
An international association of professional journalists who serve as internal watchdogs, monitoring accuracy, fairness and ethical practice for their newspapers and broadcast media. |
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National Association of Hispanic Journalists - http://www.nahj.org/
National organization dedicated to the recognition and professional advancement of Hispanics in the news industry. |
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Native American Journalists Association - http://www.naja.com/
Details about programs designed to enrich journalism and promote Native cultures. Includes history, profile, events, awards, news, and related links. |
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International News Safety Institute - http://www.newssafety.com/
Media safety network promoting the provision of safety training, materials and assistance to journalists and media staff. Mission statement and a list of supporting organisations. |
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South Asian Journalists Association - http://www.saja.org/
A professional networking group for journalists of South Asian origin based in North America. Organization and membership information, events, and articles. |
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Free Voice - http://www.freevoice.nl/
Dutch foundation which supports independent media in countries in development. Profile, projects and annual report. |
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American Society of Newspaper Editors - http://www.asne.org/
Directing editors of daily newspapers and editors of major sources of news for daily newspapers throughout the Americas are eligible for membership. |
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Institute for Public Accuracy (IPA) - http://www.accuracy.org/
Consortium of policy researchers seeking to broaden public discourse by gaining media access for those whose perspectives are commonly drowned out by corporate-backed think tanks and other influential institutions. |
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Inter American Press Association - IAPA - http://www.sipiapa.com/
Heavily involved in press freedom issues in North, Central and South American countries. Features releases, organization, member, and contact information. |
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The Newspaper Society - http://www.newspapersoc.org.uk/
UK organization providing national and local newspaper information, with links to national and regional press websites. |
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The World Security Institute's Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting - http://www.pulitzercenter.org/
Sponsoring independent reporting of global affairs. |
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Society for News Design - http://www.snd.org/
SND is an international professional organization dedicated to improving design and graphics in newspapers, news magazines and news-related web sites. |
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Center for Media Literacy - http://www.medialit.org/
Promotes media literacy education as a framework for accessing, analyzing, evaluating and creating media content. |
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International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) - http://projects.publicintegrity.org/icij/
A working network of investigative reporters conducting investigative reporting projects across nation-state borders. ICIJ connects them via the Internet, conferences and through an institutional support structure. |
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IFRA online - http://www.ifra.com
Idea forum for publishing companies and suppliers to the publishing industry. Conference information, recent publications and newsletters. Also provides training services. |
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The Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ) - http://www.eagle.ca/caj/
A national non-profit advocacy and professional development organization consisting of 1,500 active journalists from all media, including print, radio and television. The association publishes an annual compendium of contacts for journalists and maintains an active listserv. The purpose of the CAJ listserv is to provide a forum for Canadian journalists on issues pertaining to journalism, ethics and media. |
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American Society of Journalists and Authors - http://www.asja.org/
Provides a variety of services for nonfiction freelance writers, including market search, conferences, and information on contract negotiations, copyright, intellectual property, and similar issues. |
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Pew Center for Civic Journalism - http://www.pewcenter.org/
Centerpiece of The Pew Charitable Trusts' initiative to stimulate citizen involvement in community issues.The project partners major print and broadcast news organizations, helping them reconnect to their communities in ways that help engage their citizens in dialogues that can lead to problem solving. |
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Online News Association - http://www.onlinenewsassociation.org/
Committed to providing a community for online journalists, and to promoting fairness in online journalism. |
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Association of Health Care Journalists - http://www.healthjournalism.org/
Independent, non profit organization offering resources, tools and training aimed at improving the quality, accuracy and visibility of health care reporting, writing and editing. |
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Journalism Ethics at the University of British Columbia - http://www.journalismethics.ca/
News, expert analysis and essential background on ethical and legal issues, with a special emphasis on global journalism ethics. |
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UNITY: Journalists of Color, Inc. - http://www.unityjournalists.org
A community for minority journalists that seeks to improve minority parcipitation and representation in media. |
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National Union of Journalists (UK and Ireland) - http://www.nuj.org.uk/
Trade union for journalists in UK and Ireland, with information on pay and conditions, legal advice, membership benefits and training. |
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Casey Journalism Center for Children and Families - http://www.cjc.umd.edu
The Casey Journalism Center on Children and Families is a resource center for journalists who cover the social issues, policies and institutions affecting children and families in America. |
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RIAS Berlin Kommission - http://www.riasberlin.de/
Binational organization for the promotion of German-American understanding in the field of broadcasting. Bilingual site (German and English). |
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Public Journalism Network (PJNet) - http://www.pjnet.org/
A global professional association of journalists, educators and citizens interested in exploring and strengthening the relationship between journalism and democracy. Charter declaration and weblog. |
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National Federation of Press Women - http://nfpw.org/
Includes organizational information, news, networking ideas, and member services. A nationwide organization of professional communicators, both women and men, working in any form of the media. |
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Lithuanian Journalist Union - http://www.lzs.lt/?en=start
Lists activities and membership guidelines for journalists, media workers, correspondents and reporters. |
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Committee of Concerned Journalists - http://concernedjournalists.org/
A consortium of reporters, editors, academics and others focused on the future of journalism. |
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International Food, Wine, and Travel Writers Association - IFWTWA - http://www.ifwtwa.org
Offers press credentials and other membership services to qualified print, radio and TV broadcasters and photo journalists. |
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World Press Institute - http://www.worldpressinstitute.org/
WPI journalism resources and a four-month fellowship program for international journalists that includes travel throughout the U.S. as well as on-site experiences with media outlets and educational seminars. |
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Associated Press Managing Editors - http://www.apme.com/index.shtml
"APME is the key source of information and support for editors charged with producing a newspaper day in and day out." |
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The Robert C. Maynard Institute for Journalism Education - http://www.mije.org/
Dedicated to training journalists of color and helping the news media reflect the nation's diversity in staffing, content and business operations. |
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International Federation of Agricultural Journalists - http://www.ifaj.org/
A non-political, professional association for agricultural journalists. |
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Editorial Freelancers Association - http://www.the-efa.org/
Search the membership directory by skill, specialty, location, or name. Members include editors, writers, indexers, proofreaders, researchers, desktop publishers, and translators. |
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Overseas Press Club of America - http://www.opcofamerica.org/
Provides resources, internships, and details of forthcoming social events for journalists throughout the world. |
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SARTMA (South Atlantic Remote Territories Media Association) - http://www.sartma.com/
Official site of the newspaper association which covers Ascension Island in the North to South Georgia and parts of Antarctica in the South. |
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Euro Correspondent. - http://www.euro-correspondent.com/
A network of freelance journalists writing on European, and EU affairs. Members work independently for a range of media. |
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Chartered Institute of Journalists - http://cioj.co.uk/
Lists history and services. Group seeks to represent its members' interests in the workplace, promote industry standards, and campaign to protect journalistic freedom. |
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Chartered Institute of Journalists - http://www.ioj.co.uk/
The Institute of Journalists, the world's oldest organisation for journalists, was founded in 1884 and granted a Royal Charter in 1890. One hundred years later it became the Chartered Institute. |
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Association of Young Journalists and Writers - http://ayjw.org/
An organization for journalists younger than 35. |
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Association of Israel Journalists, Haifa and the North - http://www.haifapress.org.il/
Information for Israeli journalists and foreign correspondents, working in Israel. Links and membership listings. |
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Black journalism - http://www.blackjournalism.com/
This Web site contains articles and information about black journalists and their profession. |
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Caucasus Journalists Network - http://www.caucasusjournalists.net
Platform for journalists, researchers, publishers and media of Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia. Database on professional journalistic organizations in the region. |
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American Sportscasters Association - http://www.americansportscastersonline.com
Provides current and aspiring sportscasters with vital information, advice and support. |
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The Canadian Centre for Investigative Reporting - http://www.canadiancentreinvestigates.org/
Mission statement and resources to assists in the independent investigation and reportage of items in the public interest. |
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Gegrapha - http://www.gegrapha.org/
A fellowship of journalists who are Christian believers working in mainstream or non-religious news organizations. Information about their activities, articles and essays about members' concerns, and links to related sites. |
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Diageo Africa Business Reporting Awards - http://www.diageoafricabusinessreportingawards.com
Recognise and reward journalists providing high quality coverage of the business environment in Africa. Objective, awards, news and links. |
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British Guild of Travel Writers - http://www.bgtw.org/
Serving professional travel journalists, guidebook writers, photographers, broadcasters and travel editors. View directory, yearbook and calendar. |
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Foreign Correspondents Association - http://www.foreigncorrespondents.org/index.html
Professional association representing foreign journalists working in Australia and the Pacific. |
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NECJOGHA: Network of Climate Journalists of the Greater Horn of Africa - http://www.necjogha.org/
Seeks to aid in the distribution of climate information and to advance relations between the press, government and public. Constitution, members list, blogs and forum. |
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International Press Association - http://internationalpress.com
Promotes quality story-telling through photography and writing. |
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Azerbaijan Free Speech Foundation - http://azfreespeech.az/eng/
Seeking to enlighten journalists and society in freedom of speech. [Azerbaijan, English, Russian] |
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Australian Society of Travel Writers - ASTW - http://astw.org.au/
A non-profit organisation, dedicated to reporting on the travel industry and serving the interests of the travelling public. Information about the ASTW and its Constitution and Code of Ethics, as well as list of members and details about how to join. |
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Commonwealth Press Union - http://www.societyofeditors.co.uk/cpu
An association whose members are newspapers and news agencies from 49 countries in the Commonwealth. News, issues, membership details, forums, conferences, awards, and contact information. |
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Australian And International Freelance And Independent Press Association - http://members.fortunecity.com/aaifaipa/aaifaipa/
The current homepage of the Association for professional freelance journalists from Australia and around the world. |