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  • 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

  • Outrider Nuclear Media Summit

    "Outrider's Nuclear Reporting Summit brings journalists and national security experts together to explore the intersection of nuclear weapons issues with artificial intelligence, community health, climate change, local economies, and environmental concerns. "This fall, we are bringing together journalists—as well as TV and movie screenwriters, producers, directors, and content creators—to discuss nuclear security issues related to

  • DEADLINE: WCSJ2027 Travel Fellowships

    "The WCSJ2027 Travel Fellowships support journalists (journalism may be their primary or secondary profession), journalism students, or students in related fields, who would otherwise be unable to attend the World Conference of Science Journalists 2027 (WCSJ2027) in London on 6–9 September 2027. These fellowships aim to broaden international participation, increase diversity, and improve access for

  • Women in Visual Journalism Conference

    "The NPPA is thrilled to announce that Women in Visual Journalism is back for 2026 and is headed to San Francisco! Television reporters, still and TV photojournalists, online journalists, freelancers, and documentary filmmakers — come join us for a weekend of networking, skills-building, and inspiration."

  • DEADLINE: SJN/MIT Climate Journalism Fellowship

    "Research shows that localizing climate change impacts and solutions is an effective way to engage new audiences. Yet today, climate journalism is primarily limited to national news outlets. The Solutions

  • 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

  • DEADLINE: The Invisible Life Grant

    "This programme supports cross-border teams of professional journalists and/or news outlets investigating issues related to farm animal welfare and European interests, both within and beyond Europe. "This is not simply an animal welfare story. It connects to regulation and supply chain transparency, to scientific research on animal cognition and sentience, to public health, and to

  • 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