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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250727T233525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T233603Z
UID:1744-1756598400-1756684799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Civic Science Media Funding Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:“Amidst declining public trust in science\, civic science media offers a transformative approach to journalism. It moves beyond one-way information dissemination to foster multi-way conversations involving scientists\, journalists\, and the communities directly affected by scientific advancements. This collaborative model aims to make the public active shapers of the scientific narrative\, addressing real-world challenges like climate change and public health. \n“The Center for Cooperative Media’s Civic Science Media Collaborations program is dedicated to catalyzing these vital partnerships. Building on insights from past initiatives and studies\, the program funds projects designed to support and grow civic science media. Previous awardees\, such as the Water Justice Media program and Planet Detroit’s air quality project\, have demonstrated the power of these collaborations in amplifying and addressing community-based scientific concerns.” \nA total of 10 awards up to $15\,000 each are available\, plus coaching and more.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-civic-science-media-funding-opportunity/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250904
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250723T224105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T224223Z
UID:1735-1756857600-1756943999@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: USC Annenberg Health and Climate Change Reporting Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:“From the Los Angeles wildfires to Hurricane Helene\, we live in an era of mega-disasters and other climate change effects that have enormous implications for health and well-being. The Health and Climate Change Reporting Fellowship supports ambitious investigative or explanatory projects about health in the context of wildfires\, hurricanes\, flooding\, extreme heat and other disastrous impacts of climate change. \n“Offered by USC Annenberg’s Center for Health Journalism and Center for Climate Journalism and Communication\, we encourage reporting that focuses on physical health\, mental health or both\, with an eye on the systemic inequities that worsen the impact of disasters and delay recovery.” \nWhen: November 13-14\, 2025 \nDeadline to apply: September 3
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-usc-annenberg-health-and-climate-change-reporting-fellowship/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250904
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250823T140601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T142041Z
UID:1832-1756857600-1756943999@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: NASW Travel Fellowship for Indigenous Journalists
DESCRIPTION:The National Association of Science Writers (NASW)\, an organization of 2\,400 journalists\, authors\, editors\, producers\, public information officers\, students\, and people who write and produce material intended to inform the public about science\, health\, engineering\, and technology\, is proud to offer up to three travel grants to support the attendance of Indigenous journalists and communicators at ScienceWriters2025. #SciWri25 is an opportunity for Indigenous writers with an interest in writing about science\, medicine\, or the environment to connect with assigning editors\, hone their craft\, and learn about the latest advances in a wide variety of scientific disciplines. \n\nFinancial Support: Grants of up to $2\,000 are available to help cover travel costs\, accommodations\, caregiving expenses\, and more.\nComplimentary Registration: All grant awardees will receive complimentary registration to the ScienceWriters2025 in-person component in Chicago\, November 7-9\, as well as the ScienceWriters2025 virtual component\, October 22-24.\nComplimentary NASW Membership: Awardees also will receive one year of complimentary Professional\, Student\, or Affiliate membership in the National Association of Science Writers.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/nasw-travel-fellowship-for-indigenous-journalists/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250824T160548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T160548Z
UID:1854-1756900800-1756904400@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Prep Your Climate Coverage: Autumn Extreme Weather
DESCRIPTION:“Join us for a one-hour discussion on how to prepare yourself and your newsroom to be responsive to climate-driven extreme weather this autumn.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/prep-your-climate-coverage-autumn-extreme-weather/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250824T163229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T163229Z
UID:1856-1756987200-1756990800@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Talking Shop: The 89 Percent Project’s Next Phase
DESCRIPTION:“CCNow’s 89 Percent Project made news in April reporting that 80 to 89% of the world’s people want their governments to take stronger climate action. The next phase of the project explores the people behind the numbers: who are they\, why do they care\, are they surprised to learn they’re the overwhelming majority? At this Talking Shop\, journalists interested in participating in this phase of The 89 Percent Project can swap ideas with journalists from The Guardian\, France Télévisions\, and Agencia Pública about how to gather candid\, revealing answers from your audiences and the general public in order to present a vivid\, factually grounded portrait of the global climate majority in all its diversity.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/talking-shop-the-89-percent-projects-next-phase/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250911
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250821T195403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T195403Z
UID:1827-1757462400-1757548799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Bridging Buddhist Wisdom and Modern Science: The Dalai Lama at 90
DESCRIPTION:“Join us on Wednesday\, September 10 as the Mind & Life Institute lifts up the yearlong celebration of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday and his extraordinary scientific legacy through the release of a special tribute. \n“As visionary co-founder of Mind & Life\, the Dalai Lama fostered the unprecedented dialogue between Buddhist wisdom and modern science with the goal of inspiring mind-based approaches to alleviate suffering and promote well-being. Over time\, this pioneering work advanced scientific understanding of the human mind and its potential\, giving rise to the academic field of contemplative research. \n“To honor this remarkable journey\, Mind & Life President Suzanne Bond will interview Board Chair Thupten Jinpa\, who will share inspiring moments in the coming together of these two investigative traditions to explore humanity’s deepest questions.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/bridging-buddhist-wisdom-and-modern-science-the-dalai-lama-at-90/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250909T043749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T205147Z
UID:1946-1757588400-1757592000@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:AHCJ Webinar: Preparing for Reporting on Autism\, Vaccines and Related Science
DESCRIPTION:Join moderator Tara Haelle and an expert panel — including Alison Singer (CEO of the Autism Science Foundation)\, Paul Offit\, M.D. (Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia)\, and Jessica B. Steier\, DrPH (PMP and CEO of Unbiased Science) — for a webinar that will help reporters navigate the science behind autism\, vaccines\, and the expected Health and Human Services report on autism causes. \nFacilitated by: Jesse Goodman\, M.D.\, MPH\, Chair of the E-VAT – Expert Vaccine Analysis Team. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to get the context and insights you need to report accurately and confidently.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/preparing-for-reporting-on-autism-vaccines-and-related-science/
CATEGORIES:Health Policy,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250822T143721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T144709Z
UID:1836-1757635200-1757721599@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Pulitzer Center's Ocean Reporting Fellowships
DESCRIPTION:“The Pulitzer Center invites applications to join the third cohort of the Ocean Reporting Network (ORN)\, a fellowship program that gives professional journalists the opportunity to spend up to a year working on an in-depth or investigative ocean story. \n“We welcome ambitious proposals on the main ocean threats of climate change. We continue to seek investigations that include\, or are tailor-made for\, a cross-border\, collaborative approach. \n“We also have spaces reserved for Fellowships dedicated to investigations focused on transparency and governance. \n“We particularly welcome applications from the Global South\, and seek more reporting in particular from Asia-Pacific\, east Africa\, and Latin America.” \nFellows will receive funding for their reporting\, training opportunities\, access to data and documents\, options to collaborate with other fellows\, and more. Short-listed candidates can expect to be interviewed in October 2025 and start the 12-month Fellowship in early January 2026.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-pulitzer-centers-ocean-reporting-fellowships/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250808T235435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T182617Z
UID:1781-1757678400-1757689200@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:ASC Webinar: Science Engagement With People of Faith
DESCRIPTION:“More than 7 in 10 U.S. adults claim a religious affiliation. In STEM fields however\, faith is often thought to be a source of tension. The U.S. public views scientists as mostly trustworthy in their areas of expertise\, but also as hostile or indifferent to faith. Additionally\, many scientists of faith are quiet about their religious identity\, fearing derision or discrimination. Our workshop highlights faith as an important aspect of identity that should be specifically considered in science engagement.” \nLocation: Zoom
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/asc-webinar-science-engagement-with-people-of-faith/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250916
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250908T174157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T174245Z
UID:1938-1757894400-1757980799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Fetisov Journalism Awards
DESCRIPTION:“The mission of Fetisov Journalism Awards is to promote universal human values such as honesty\, justice\, courage and nobility through the example of outstanding journalists from all over the world as their dedicated service and commitment contribute to changing the world for the better.” \nThere are four categories: contribution to peace\, contribution to civil rights\, investigative reporting and environmental journalism. \nThree winners in each category share a cash prize of CHF 130\,000 (Swiss Francs). \nEntries are open to professional journalists worldwide\, i.e. representatives of the media\, professional journalism organizations (unions/associations/societies) and freelance journalists. Self-nominations are allowed. No entry fee.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-fetisov-journalism-awards/
CATEGORIES:Awards,Deadline
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250916
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250908T230954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T230954Z
UID:1943-1757894400-1757980799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Vital Impacts Environmental Photography Grants and Mentorships
DESCRIPTION:“Vital Impacts is dedicated to supporting visual storytellers who capture compelling\, solutions-focused environmental stories at the local level. We are excited to offer one (1) $20\,000 grant and six (6) $5\,000 grants to help bring these vital stories to life. \n“Grant recipients will have twelve months to develop their projects\, with support from Vital Impacts to publish and showcase their work. \n“Additionally\, ten (10) emerging photographers will be chosen to participate in an intensive mentorship program\, designed to nurture their growth and enhance their craft. \n“All applicants are also welcome to join our comprehensive online mentorship series\, which provides valuable insights and guidance to all who are interested.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-vital-impacts-environmental-photography-grants-and-mentorships/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250915T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250821T201436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T201634Z
UID:1828-1757955600-1758117600@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Communicating Climate Solutions Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the UCSC Science Communication Program and the UCSC Center for Coastal Climate Resilience in Santa Cruz\, California. \n“Timely\, effective and culturally appropriate communication is needed to encourage development and adoption of sustainable climate actions that mitigate the impacts of climate change. Toward this effort\, our symposium will bring together journalists\, researchers\, community leaders\, local officials and politicians to identify opportunities and best practices for developing and communicating climate change solutions with diverse communities. Our goal is to build networks\, share knowledge\, and broaden opportunities for effective climate solution communication through a California lens.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/communicating-climate-solutions-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250425T201821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T231214Z
UID:1625-1757980800-1758067199@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: SEJ Awards for Reporting on the Environment
DESCRIPTION:“The Society of Environmental Journalists’ annual awards honor the best environmental journalism in 10 categories. $500 for first-place winners; $250 for second-place winners in all categories.” \nIncludes a Student Reporting category and\, for the “best of the best” winner\, $10\,000 and travel expenses covered for SEJ’s annual conference. \nDeadlines: Sept. 2 (regular); Sept. 16 (late\, with extra fees)
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-sej-awards-for-reporting-on-the-environment/
CATEGORIES:Awards,Deadline
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250909T043749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T221649Z
UID:1947-1758031200-1758034800@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:AI Chatbots and Mental Health: How To Report Responsibly on a New Risk
DESCRIPTION:“Artificial intelligence-powered chatbots can provide round-the-clock access to supportive ‘conversations\,’ which some people are using as a substitute for interactions with licensed mental health clinicians or friends. But users may develop dependencies on the tools and mistake these transactions for real relationships with people or true therapy. Recent news stories have discussed the dangers of chatbots’ fabricated\, supportive nature. In some incidents\, people developed AI-related psychosis or were supported in their plans to commit suicide. \n“What is it about this technology that sucks people in? Who is at risk? How can you report on these conditions sensitively? Join moderator Karen Blum and an expert panel\, including psychiatrists John Torous\, M.D. (Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center); Keith Sakata\, M.D. (UC San Francisco)\, and Mashable Senior Reporter Rebecca Ruiz\, to learn more.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/ai-chatbots-and-mental-health-how-to-report-responsibly-on-a-new-risk/
CATEGORIES:Health IT,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250818T222255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T204153Z
UID:1812-1758153600-1758239999@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DCSWA Webinar: Science Writing on Substack
DESCRIPTION:“Join the D.C. Science Writers Association (DCSWA) to learn how to use Substack to share news about science\, medicine\, health\, and technology. This free online Zoom webinar will include a panel of leading science writers and communicators who will provide insight about how they got started on Substack and are using the platform to share news with followers.” \nWatch the recording.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/dcswa-webinar-science-writing-on-substack/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250908T231810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T231810Z
UID:1944-1758240000-1758326399@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: NWF Garden for Wildlife Photo Contest
DESCRIPTION:“This [National Wildlife Federation] contest celebrates the power of photography to communicate the importance of supporting wildlife where people live. Whether that is in a local park\, community greenspace\, balcony garden\, or even your very own backyard\, we want to see your photos!” \nOpen to all photographers worldwide. Includes a youth category (13-17 years old). \nPrizes: \n\nGrand Prize: $1\,000 cash prize\nRunner-Up: $500 cash prize\nCategory Winners (5 total): Each will receive a gift card to Wild Birds Unlimited ($100 value)\nRunner-Up Category Winners (5 total): Each will receive a visa gift card ($25 value)\nHonorable Mentions: Personalized digital certificate and a free one-year digital subscription of National Wildlife
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-nwf-garden-for-wildlife-photo-contest/
CATEGORIES:Awards,Deadline
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250825T164351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T164446Z
UID:1868-1758758400-1758844799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Understanding and Addressing Misinformation About Science: A Symposium
DESCRIPTION:“Join the Board on Science Education for a one-day hybrid event that will bring together leaders across domains to discuss the key insights and recommendations from the recently released consensus study report\, Understanding and Addressing Misinformation about Science\, and identify opportunities for multi-sectoral action. \nThis report is a comprehensive assessment of the available evidence on the nature\, scope\, and impacts of misinformation about science and reflects a systems view of the phenomenon given the broader contexts and challenges that shape people’s lived experiences and their relationships to information. The report also provides guidance on interventions\, policies\, and future research toward mitigating potential harms from misinformation about science across a diversity of individuals\, communities\, and societies.” \nWhen: Sep 25\, 2025 @ 9:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. ET \n 
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/understanding-and-addressing-misinformation-about-science-a-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Workshops | Summits
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250707T001413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T150339Z
UID:1682-1758758400-1758844799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: British Journalism Awards
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the best journalism produced for a U.K. audience\, the British Journalism Awards are open to all publishers and journalists in print\, broadcast\, or online media. The awards acknowledge and recognize great journalism that is revelatory and has a real world impact. Categories include the energy & environment\, health & life sciences\, photojournalism\, technology and more. \nIn 2025\, the entry deadline is September 25\, and the awards will be given in December.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-british-journalism-awards/
CATEGORIES:Awards,Deadline
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T103000
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250809T002923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251019T141501Z
UID:1782-1759136400-1761561000@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:ASC Webinars: Evaluating Effectiveness of Science Communication Initiatives
DESCRIPTION:“Science communication plays a vital role in bridging the gap between scientific research and society. However\, ensuring that communication efforts achieve their intended impact requires a structured approach to evaluation. This course equips participants with the knowledge and tools needed to critically evaluate science communication initiatives\, using frameworks and methodologies grounded in both science communication research and the social sciences.” \nFive sessions: \n\nSep 29\, 2025\, 9-10:30 a.m. PDT\n6 Oct 6\, 2025\, 9-10:30 a.m. PDT\n13 Oct 13\,2025\, 9-10:30 a.m. PDT\n20 Oct 2025\, 9-10:30 a.m. PDT\n27 Oct 2025\, 9-10:30 a.m. PDT\n\nLocation: Zoom and on-demand modules \n 
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/asc-webinars-evaluating-effectiveness-of-science-communication-initiatives/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250806T002032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T230747Z
UID:1765-1759190400-1759276799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Science Fiction Writing Contest — Write Before Midnight
DESCRIPTION:The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists’ short fiction contest will be judged by renowned American science fiction author Kim Stanley Robinson. No entry fee. Cash prizes. \n“Submitted stories can be about any of the existential threats the Bulletin covers: nuclear weapons\, climate change\, biological and chemical weapons\, artificial intelligence\, killer robots\, doomsday drone submarines\, bioengineered zombies\, the gray goo of nanotechnology gone wild\, and so\, so much more.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/science-fiction-writing-contest-write-before-midnight/
CATEGORIES:Awards,Deadline
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250919T212034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T212034Z
UID:2010-1759190400-1759276799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: National Press Foundation Awards
DESCRIPTION:The National Press Foundation awards are open to journalists across the media spectrum. Winners will receive cash prizes and are honored at the NPF Journalism Awards Dinner. The awards have different criteria. \n\nNEW: U.S. Chamber Award for Excellence in Local Business Reporting; $10\,000\nThe Hinrich Foundation Award for Distinguished Reporting on Trade; $10\,000\nThe Benjamin C. Bradlee Editor of the Year Award; $5\,000\nThe Wounded Warrior Project® Award for Excellence in Coverage of Veterans; $5\,000 (x2)\nThe AARP Award for Excellence in Journalism on Aging; $5\,000 (x2)\nThe Everett McKinley Dirksen Award for Distinguished Reporting of Congress; $5\,000\nThe Innovative Storytelling Award; $5\,000\nThe Feddie Reporting Award for outstanding coverage of federal laws or regulations and their effect on local communities; $5\,000\nThe Clifford K. & James T. Berryman Award for Editorial Cartoons; $2\,500
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-national-press-foundation-awards/
CATEGORIES:Aging,Awards,Deadline,Health Equity
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251002
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250808T013413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T013413Z
UID:1774-1759276800-1759363199@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Reed Environmental Writing Award
DESCRIPTION:The Southern Environmental Law Center’s annual Reed Environmental Writing Award “seeks to enhance public awareness of the value and vulnerability of the South’s natural treasures by giving special recognition to writers who most effectively tell the stories about the region’s environment.” \nThere are two categories\, each with a $2\,500 prize: Book\, for works of nonfiction (not self-published)\, and Journalism\, for newspaper\, magazine and online writing that is published by a recognized institution such as a newspaper\, university\, or nonprofit organization. \nEntries must relate to the natural treasures or environmental challenges in at least one of SELC’s states: Alabama\, Georgia\, North Carolina\, South Carolina\, Tennessee\, or Virginia. Winners will be invited to read from their winning entry at a special SELC event during the Virginia Festival of the Book\, held every March in Charlottesville\, Va.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-reed-environmental-writing-award/
CATEGORIES:Awards,Deadline
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251002
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250810T150057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T150458Z
UID:1791-1759276800-1759363199@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: The Alicia Patterson Foundation Program
DESCRIPTION:“The Alicia Patterson Foundation Program was established in 1965 in memory of Alicia Patterson\, who was editor and publisher of Newsday for nearly 23 years before her death in 1963. One-year and six-month grants are awarded to working journalists to pursue independent projects of significant interest and to write articles based on their investigations for The APF Reporter\, a web published magazine by the Foundation and available on the web.” \nThe Cissy Patterson Fellowship for Science and Environmental Writers is awarded to a fellow specializing in either science or environmental journalism. \nThe fellowships provide $40\,000 for full-year grants and $20\,000 for six-month grants. Applications open in June and close in November; applicants must be print journalists with at least five years of professional experience.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-the-alicia-patterson-foundation-program/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251007
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20241026T001926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T211920Z
UID:1361-1759708800-1759795199@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Media Fellowship — Bill Lane Center for the American West
DESCRIPTION:“The Bill Lane Center for the American West has been supporting journalism about the West and its environment for more than a decade. Our Western Media Fellowships provide opportunities for journalists working in all kinds of media — newspapers\, magazines\, radio\, television\, online\, multimedia\, video\, film\, data visualization and mapping\, and books. \n“The fellowship enables journalists to: \n\ninteract with Stanford researchers\, scholars\, and students\ndevelop or work on a project of their own design\nand spur new coverage and understanding of the American West”\n\nOne fellow will be selected and will receive a $7\,500 stipend for three to six months’ work.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/media-fellowship-bill-lane-center-for-the-american-west/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251007
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250829T175710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T175911Z
UID:1886-1759708800-1759795199@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Scientific Outreach Grants
DESCRIPTION:“The Biochemical Society supports public engagement and outreach activities that communicate the excitement of molecular bioscience to young people and the community.” \nTwo tiers of funding are available: \n\nUp to £1\,000 for one-off\, smaller events\nUp to £2\,500 for repeat\, scalable and sustainable events\n\nNote: The date of the event/activity must be at least six weeks after the application deadline. \nOpen to applicants worldwide.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-scientific-outreach-grants/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251008
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250911T212442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T213359Z
UID:1961-1759795200-1759881599@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Neal Peirce Foundation Journalism Travel Grants
DESCRIPTION:“We support journalists in covering under-told stories about ways to make cities and their metro regions work better for all their people. An ideal project for us to support is one where a journalist aims to inform a critical local debate by reporting on how a promising approach in another city is working. Our travel grants of up to $1\,500 enable journalists to travel to cities within the U.S. to produce one or more stories for publication. The awards\, selected through a competitive review process\, cover travel expenses necessary for on-the-ground reporting. We invite full-time freelancers as well as journalists currently employed by a news organization to apply.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-neal-peirce-foundation-journalism-travel-grants/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250918T195611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T195836Z
UID:1990-1759842000-1759845600@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Balancing Hope With Hurdles: How To Cover Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal
DESCRIPTION:“Solutions journalism is often rooted in optimism\, but how do you tell hopeful stories without glossing over formidable challenges? Marine carbon dioxide removal pushes this tension to the limit. Approaches like Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement are *geophysically* plausible at massive scale\, yet face massive scientific\, political\, and social hurdles that could prevent deployment. In this session\, two leading scientists — Dr. Jaime Palter and Dr. David Ho — will present their research on marine carbon dioxide removal\, and engage in moderated conversation and Q&A to support journalists interested in covering the topic. We’ll unpack how journalists can translate these highly technical concepts\, balance hope with hurdles\, and tell nuanced stories that help the public understand both the potential and the obstacles of ocean-based climate solutions. \n“This session is presented by the University of Rhode Island’s Metcalf Institute and the Solutions Journalism Network. \n“Jaime Palter is a Professor of Oceanography at URI’s Graduate School of Oceanography. For over twenty years\, she’s researched the role of ocean circulation in the climate system. Her recent research evaluates the potential for marine Carbon Dioxide Removal to play a role in climate change mitigation. Since coming to URI in 2015\, she has taught hundreds of undergraduates about the science of climate change and the suite of solutions that can help society chart a path to a safer future. \n“David Ho is a climate scientist and marine biogeochemist whose research focuses on air-sea gas exchange\, the ocean carbon cycle\, and marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR). He is a Professor in the Department of Oceanography at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa\, a Visiting Faculty in the School of Ocean Futures at Arizona State University\, and a co-founder of [C]Worthy\, a non-profit research organization focused on developing open-source tools for monitoring\, reporting\, and verification (MRV) of mCDR.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/how-to-cover-marine-carbon-dioxide-removal/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251009T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250806T005130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T230711Z
UID:1767-1759996800-1760115600@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Outrider Nuclear Reporting Summit
DESCRIPTION:“The Outrider Nuclear Reporting Summit will gather media practitioners\, national security experts\, frontline communities\, policymakers and scientists. This free\, two-day conference and training will focus on how nuclear weapons issues intersect with artificial intelligence\, community health\, outer space\, climate change\, local economies\, and the environment.” \nThe conference takes place at Titan Ranch in Vilonia\, Arkansas. Travel grants are available. Space is limited\, so apply asap. \nPresented by the Outrider Foundation in partnership with the Council for the Advancement of Science Writing\, Society of Environmental Journalists\, Carnegie Corporation of New York\, the Pulitzer Center\, Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists and others.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/outrider-nuclear-reporting-summit/
CATEGORIES:Conference
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250930T211229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T173501Z
UID:2052-1760018400-1760022000@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:CASW Connector Chat: How To Cover Ongoing Chaos in Science Funding
DESCRIPTION:Ongoing cuts and reinstatements to federal science funding\, along with related lawsuits\, have kept reporters hopping. At this Connector chat\, top reporters Stephanie Lee of The Chronicle of Higher Education and Katherine Wu of The Atlantic will discuss how they’re managing the deluge: how they track ongoing changes\, keep up with sources and select the stories they focus on. There are several online resources reporters can take advantage of\, including the database Grant Witness. Co-founder Scott Delaney\, of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health\, will also be on hand to discuss the genesis and continuation of that project. Bring your questions and your tips for resources for our live discussion. \nThis discussion will be recorded and posted on CASW’s YouTube channel. A crowdsourced tip sheet will also be shared with attendees after the webinar. \nRegister here. \nResources: \n\n“An NIH Grant Is Restored\, With a Catch: Cut a Study on Trans Youth\,” The Chronicle of Higher Education\, May 21\, 2025\, by Stephanie M. Lee\n“Their NIH Grants Are Back. But Nothing Is Back to Normal.” The Chronicle of Higher Education\, July 30\, 2025\, by Stephanie M. Lee
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/casw-connector-chat-how-to-cover-ongoing-chaos-in-science-funding/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Connector Chat
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251011
DTSTAMP:20260523T055449
CREATED:20250909T043758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251019T175420Z
UID:1950-1760054400-1760140799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: U.S. Health System Reporting Fellowship and International Health Study Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:“Applications are now open for two of the Association of Health Care Journalists most competitive and career-changing reporting fellowships.” \n\nU.S. Health System Reporting Fellowship: For mid-career journalists to keep their regular jobs while working on a major project over a 12-month calendar year\nInternational Health Study Fellowship: For experienced journalists with a focus on international health\n\nRegister for an informational webinar on Sept. 24\, 2025 at 2-3 p.m. ET.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/u-s-health-system-reporting-fellowship-and-international-health-study-fellowship-informational-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships
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