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DEADLINE: Science Writers and Communicators of Canada (SWCC) Book Awards

"For more than 30 years, the Science Writers and Communicators of Canada (SWCC) Book Awards has celebrated great science books for readers of all ages." There are two categories, each with $1,000 award: Youth General SWCC also awards the $500 Paradigm Prize for Underrepresented Perspectives in Science Writing to a first-time author, an author/illustrator from

DEADLINE: ​​Strategic Climate Change Communication Certificate Program

"Strategic Climate Change Communication is a 16-week online certificate program offered by the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication (YPCCC). Designed for working professionals, including advocates and educators, this course empowers participants to turn science into stories, translate values into vision, and design communication strategies that inspire real-world climate action. "No prior background in communication

Ongoing

Science Writing I: Online Class at UCLA Extension

Virtual

"Science writing tells true stories about scientists and research to a variety of audiences. Learn what it takes to translate scientific concepts and discoveries into prose that readers can understand

Training Sessions in Research Accountability Reporting

"Retraction Watch and The Open Notebook are offering three free, virtual trainings designed to introduce research accountability reporting as an investigative skill any journalist can hone. Anyone interested is welcome

Developing Effective Science Communication: Beginning | Six-Week Course

Virtual

"Science editors work with science writers to communicate specialist information to non-specialist audiences. They educate the public about the importance of scientific results, convince funding agencies to support proposed projects, and enlighten museum visitors about the meaning of new exhibits. "To succeed in the field of science communication, science editors must ensure that writers do

DEADLINE: Editing Forensics — A 5-Week Virtual Course

"In this highly interactive 5-week virtual course, participants will develop practical editing techniques that strengthen both their own writing and their ability to work effectively with others’ work. "Designed for working editors as well as writers who want to become stronger self-editors, this training centers on Editing Forensics™—a systematic approach to evaluating stories at the

Online Investigative Journalism Week (IJ WEEK)

"The Global Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN) is pleased to announce the Investigative Journalism Week (IJ WEEK), a new, multi-day online gathering of journalists featuring more than 35 panels, workshops, and networking sessions with over 100 speakers. The sessions will be devoted to various themes, including tech, the environment, corruption, and money laundering, to name a