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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260414T153524Z
CREATED:20260414T151134Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: NatGeo RFP for Illuminating the Mekong River Basin
DESCRIPTION:“This [National Geographic] Request for Proposals invites a community of storytellers to illuminate the complex network of interconnected issues rooted in the Mekong River Basin. Our goal is to support creative projects across all mediums that elevate Ancestral Knowledge and cutting-edge science into our collective awareness. \n“We are seeking narratives that explore the delicate pulse of the local and broader ecosystem and the cultural practices that define our relationship with nature\, wildlife\, and landscapes. We especially encourage projects that bridge the gap between traditional wisdom and modern science and culture\, offering a holistic view of the natural world.” \nGrants up to $20\,000 are available. \nInformation sessions: \n\nApril 23 at 9PM HK (April 23 at 9AM ET): Register here.\nMay 5 at 10AM HK (May 4 at 10PM ET): Register here.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-natgeo-rfp-for-illuminating-the-mekong-river-basin/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260414T152119Z
CREATED:20260414T152027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T152119Z
UID:3012-1780185600-1780271999@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: NatGeo RFP for Common Waters — Strengthening Community-Based Coastal and Riverine Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:“National Geographic Society and Lindblad Expeditions are in search of innovative and impactful projects that strengthen community-based stewardship and conservation of coastal and riverine ecosystems. Projects can focus on a wide range of specific issues\, including (but not limited to) local conservation and ecosystem restoration\, climate change adaptation and resilience\, or sustainable fishing/agriculture. \n“We are looking for applicants from a wide range of professional backgrounds and encourage you to design your project proposal around your expertise and passion; our model of funding is intended to drive innovation and invite fresh perspectives. For this reason\, there are no minimum academic requirements. \n“Projects should be based in locations that overlap with NG-LEX voyages\, including the Arctic\, Asia\, Baja California\, Costa Rica and Panama\, Europe and the Mediterranean\, Patagonia\, the Peruvian Amazon\, the Pacific Northwest\, Southeast Alaska and British Columbia\, the South Pacific\, and the United Kingdom and Ireland.” \nGrants up to $75\,000 are available.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-natgeo-rfp-for-common-waters-strengthening-community-based-coastal-and-riverine-stewardship/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T170000
DTSTAMP:20251219T200857Z
CREATED:20251219T200857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T200857Z
UID:2411-1780214400-1780592400@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Nature Writing in the Great Bear Rainforest
DESCRIPTION:“Learn to bring the wonder of nature alive in words while surrounded by lush ancient forests and undulating tides of a rich estuary. This is one of the most intact habitats in the world for grizzly bears. \n“Your coach in this spectacular wild environment will be internationally acclaimed science journalist\, author and workshop leader Lesley Evans Ogden. Lesley’s nature writing\, photography and documentary work have been published and broadcast by top outlets for science and nature communication\, including the New York Times\, CBC\, BBC\, Scientific American\, New Scientist\, Science\, National Geographic\, The Atlantic\, Smithsonian\, Nature\, and many others.” \nEight spaces available. Cost: Cdn$5000.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/nature-writing-in-the-great-bear-rainforest/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T190700Z
CREATED:20260512T190700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T190700Z
UID:3102-1780300800-1782666000@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Climate Journalism: Free Online Course on Investigative Reporting for Every Beat
DESCRIPTION:“Climate change now runs through every reporting beat\, from energy and politics to food systems\, health and local news\, making it one of the most complex stories journalists can investigate today. \n“Yet\, despite its reach\, it remains one of the most challenging topics to cover\, especially when it comes to following power\, money and accountability across systems and borders. \n“To tackle this growing issue\, the Knight Center for Journalism in the Americas and the Global Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN) have joined forces to offer a new free online course: ‘Climate journalism: investigative reporting for every beat.’ The course will run from June 1 to June 28\, 2026\, and is offered in English and Spanish.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/climate-journalism-free-online-course-on-investigative-reporting-for-every-beat/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260603
DTSTAMP:20260415T214950Z
CREATED:20260415T214731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T214950Z
UID:3027-1780358400-1780444799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Knight-Risser Prize for Western Environmental Journalism
DESCRIPTION:“Good environmental journalism changes things. It puts a name to what was once invisible\, and makes people care about places and problems they might never otherwise encounter. This is the idea behind the Knight-Risser Prize. And after a decade of recognizing outstanding published work\, we’re doing something different: Starting in 2026\, the prize will help fund the reporting before it happens. \n“Up to $10\,000 is available to support an enterprise or investigative environmental story set in the western United States\, which is defined as all states west of the Mississippi River\, including Hawaii and Alaska. \n“The Knight-Risser prize is open to reporters\, photographers\, radio and audio journalists\, television and video journalists\, and documentary filmmakers working in the United States.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-knight-risser-prize-for-western-environmental-journalism/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260603
DTSTAMP:20260528T182010Z
CREATED:20260516T215439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T182010Z
UID:3117-1780358400-1780444799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Climate Social Workshop
DESCRIPTION:“This June\, join Covering Climate Now for a series of free\, hands-on online workshops designed for climate journalists looking to improve their social media content and grow their online audience. \n“Open to print\, audio\, TV\, freelance\, and creator journalists from across the world\, this year’s cohort of the Climate Social Media Lab will explore practical video and editing tips for creating engaging climate content\, highlight methods to combat disinformation on social media\, and provide a space for participants to learn and collaborate with one another. \n“This exclusive training program spans three mandatory hour-long Zoom sessions over three weeks. In addition\, optional half-hour sessions and office hours with CCNow staff will be offered to further refine one’s social media skills. By the end of the training\, journalists will be better equipped to create sharper posts about the local impacts of climate change that will resonate with online audiences. \n“Schedule: \n\n1st session – Engaging news audiences on social (Tuesday\, June 9)\n2nd session – Building a following (Tuesday\, June 16)\n3rd session – Fundamentals of video (Tuesday\, June 23)\n\n“Space is limited for this summer training opportunity. Apply by June 2\, 2026!”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-climate-social-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops | Summits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T215357Z
CREATED:20260412T215357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T215357Z
UID:2995-1780387200-1780592400@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Annual Grass Journalist Workshop
DESCRIPTION:“By many standards\, invasive annual grasses and rangeland fires are the most significant threats to western landscapes. Land managers and conservationists are racing to implement effective treatments to get ahead of this massive land health issue before it becomes insurmountable due to scale and cost. The Intermountain West Joint Venture is hosting an event for journalists to make a deep dive into this complex issue. \n“This workshop will be a fully on-the-record opportunity for journalists to learn from speakers\, ask questions\, collect imagery\, and have hands-on experiences. We hope all participants will build a strong understanding of the topics to be able to report effectively on them and grow the base of people they can reach out to on these natural resource issues.” \n\nWhere: Thermopolis\, Wyoming. A limited number of travel scholarships are available to support transportation and lodging.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/invasive-annual-grass-journalist-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T093000
DTSTAMP:20260601T205441Z
CREATED:20260601T205441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T205441Z
UID:3145-1780387200-1782379800@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:SIWI's Water in Communications 2026
DESCRIPTION:“Now in its sixth year\, Water in Communications is a free\, interactive online training programme developed by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) with support from the Grundfos Foundation. It brings together journalists\, water communicators\, policy influencers\, and community voices from around the world to strengthen the quality\, accuracy\, and impact of water storytelling.” \nWhen: June 2- 25\, 2026 (Tuesdays & Thursdays) @ 14:00–15:30 CET (Central European Time) // 8 – 9:30 a.m. EDT\nWhere: Zoom\nLanguages: Live interpretation in English\, Spanish\, and Arabic \n 
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/siwis-water-in-communications-2026/
CATEGORIES:Workshops | Summits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T133000
DTSTAMP:20260528T173305Z
CREATED:20260528T173305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T173305Z
UID:3134-1780401600-1780407000@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Cutting Through the Noise: Science Journalism in a Complex World
DESCRIPTION:“In a complex world overflowing with information\, where attention is fleeting and stories travel faster than ever\, science journalism stands at a critical crossroads – confronted by new challenges yet finding fresh purpose. \n“Join ISTA’s 2026 Journalists in Residence\, in conversation with counterparts at the Complexity Science Hub and the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)\, to discuss how science journalism is adapting in a rapidly changing communication landscape\, what’s at stake\, and why accuracy\, depth\, and context are more essential than ever. \n“Drawing on real-world reporting\, the panelists will offer practical insights into how high-quality science journalism can continue to thrive\, highlighting lessons learned from both successes and setbacks. \n“The event will conclude with an interactive Q&A and an informal networking reception.” \n\nWhen: June 2\, 2026 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm CEST // 12 – 1:30 EDT\, followed by a reception\nWhere: Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA)\, VISTA Science Experience Center Auditorium\, Am Campus 1\, 3400 Klosterneuburg\nLanguage: English
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/cutting-through-the-noise-science-journalism-in-a-complex-world/
CATEGORIES:Workshops | Summits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T140000
DTSTAMP:20260516T220404Z
CREATED:20260516T220404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260516T220404Z
UID:3119-1780405200-1780408800@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:The Shifting Landscape of Science Communication Ethics
DESCRIPTION:A virtual joint event presented by the Science Writers and Communicators of Canada (SWCC) and the National Association of Science Writers (NASW) \nScience writers and editors are facing a rapidly shifting professional landscape\, shaped by political pressures\, evolving industry norms\, and the growing influence of artificial intelligence. In this one-hour webinar\, panelists representing freelance writing\, academia\, and journalism will discuss how science communicators can approach their work ethically in a time of change. Topics will include maintaining clear boundaries and editorial independence; using case studies and ethical frameworks to think through questions of accuracy\, transparency\, and professional responsibility; and developing individualized conflict-of-interest statements. The goal is to help science writing professionals make thoughtful\, responsible choices in their day-to-day work. \nRegistration is free and open to all SWCC and NASW members; a $15 fee is required for non-members. A recording will be available to members.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/the-shifting-landscape-of-science-communication-ethics/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T210039Z
CREATED:20260601T210039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T210039Z
UID:3146-1780408800-1780412400@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Media Briefing: Drought and Water Resource Management
DESCRIPTION:“Climate change is worsening drought conditions and water shortages across the United States\, and particularly in the western states. This on-the-record briefing will feature a moderated discussion with three experts\, followed by a Q&A with reporters. The briefing will cover topics including: \n\nHow climate change is contributing to drought conditions\, rainfall patterns\, and snowpack across different regions of the U.S.;\nHow researchers monitor drought conditions and water supply trends;\nThe consequences of groundwater depletion for agriculture and communities;\nAnd how policymakers and water managers are responding to long-term water scarcity through conservation\, water sharing agreements\, and other management strategies.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/media-briefing-drought-and-water-resource-management/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T190000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175059Z
CREATED:20260519T175012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T175059Z
UID:3122-1780419600-1780426800@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:SWINY Social at the Long Room
DESCRIPTION:“Science Writers in New York invites you to join us on June 2 for a social at The Long Room\, an authentic Irish bar located where Midtown meets Times Square and the Theater District (120 West 44th Street). \n“Come to the Long Room to chat with other writers\, editors\, and PIOs. Reconnect with your colleagues and meet new ones. There is no cover charge\, but we ask that you buy at least one drink to support the venue.” \nRSVP by May 29.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/swiny-social-at-the-long-room/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTSTAMP:20260516T213830Z
CREATED:20260516T213830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260516T213830Z
UID:3115-1780531200-1780617599@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:CCNow Basics: Reporting Solutions
DESCRIPTION:“The news cycle around climate has never been more turbulent. Rollbacks\, funding cuts\, and a coordinated effort to stifle science make this a difficult moment to cover climate. And yet\, it remains the defining story of our time. That’s exactly why solutions journalism matters more than ever. Audiences everywhere want to know what’s working\, who’s fighting for it\, and how\, but in an ocean of distractions\, greenwashing\, big claims\, and doom and gloom\, it’s easy to lose direction. \n“Join us for a live training session and learn more on how to identify\, question\, investigate\, and report climate solutions. Together\, we’ll explore how to tell the whole story.” \nWhen: Thursday\, June 4 at two times: \n\nSession 1: 6 a.m. ET / 10 a.m. UTC / 12 p.m. CET\nSession 2: 1 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. UTC / 7 p.m. CET
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/ccnow-basics-reporting-solutions/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260609
DTSTAMP:20260529T204858Z
CREATED:20260529T204858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T204858Z
UID:3142-1780876800-1780963199@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: U.S. Civil Society Microgrants 2026
DESCRIPTION:“This microgrant aims to support civil society organizations and groups in the United States to utilize Pulitzer Center-supported reporting as part of projects that contribute to a more informed and empowered community. For this grant cycle\, we are seeking grant proposals for civic engagement projects to be completed by early December 2026 that focus on one of the following issues: \n\nClimate and the environment\, with a focus on U.S fisheries and fishing communities or climate and labor\nInformation and Artificial Intelligence\nGlobal health\, with specific focus on mental well-being or connections to the Global South\n\n“Grants range from US$2\,000 to US$4\,000. Project proposals can support existing activities or support the launch of new activities.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-u-s-civil-society-microgrants-2026/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260610
DTSTAMP:20260606T202513Z
CREATED:20260606T202513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T202513Z
UID:3193-1780963200-1781049599@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Semmelweis–Richter Journalism Award
DESCRIPTION:“With very generous rewards\, the Semmelweis – Richter Journalism Award aims to honor exceptional journalism that supports women’s health and highlights pharmaceutical advancements\, with a special focus on cardiovascular therapies in an authentic and accessible way.” \n\n1st Prize: €10\,000\n2nd Prize: €7\,500\n3rd Prize: €5\,000\n\nWinners also receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Budapest\, Hungary in October 2026.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-semmelweis-richter-journalism-award/
CATEGORIES:Awards,Deadline
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T194412Z
CREATED:20260606T194412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T194412Z
UID:3186-1780997400-1781002800@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Santa Marta & the Future of Climate Journalism
DESCRIPTION:“When representatives from nearly 60 countries met in Santa Marta\, Colombia\, in April to discuss pathways for accelerating climate action and shifting away from fossil fuels\, it represented one of the most significant multinational efforts in recent years to address the climate crisis. It also highlighted the critical role of journalism in helping the public understand complex environmental challenges at a time of intense news cycles\, shrinking newsroom resources\, and growing disinformation. \n“This 90-minute\, interactive webinar\, organized by Covering Climate Now and UNESCO\, will examine what emerged from Santa Marta\, explore the implications for journalists covering climate and environmental\, and discuss what lies ahead for environmental journalism. The session will also draw on UNESCO’s and OSCE RFoM’s new manual\, ‘Reporting the Environment: A Practical Manual for Journalists’ (released June 5)\, supported by UNESCO’s International Programme for the Development of Communication (IPDC)\, highlighting practical tools and approaches for reporting on climate change\, biodiversity loss\, pollution\, disinformation\, science and environmental accountability.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/santa-marta-the-future-of-climate-journalism/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T210623Z
CREATED:20260519T182117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T210623Z
UID:3124-1781092800-1781096400@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Vaccines and Government: From D.C. to the States to Your Provider's Office
DESCRIPTION:“Vaccine policy in the U.S. is growing increasingly complex\, with federal guidance\, state actions\, and medical recommendations no longer aligned\, creating confusion for clinicians and patients alike. \n“On June 10 at noon ET\, NPF will host a free webinar to help journalists navigate these shifts and report with clarity. Experts in public health\, medicine\, and journalism will explain how evolving policies affect access\, coverage\, and patient choice\, and will answer questions during a live Q&A.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/vaccines-and-government-from-d-c-to-the-states-to-your-providers-office/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTSTAMP:20260529T201606Z
CREATED:20260529T201406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T201606Z
UID:3138-1781222400-1781308799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Agog Open Call — Climate Futures + Immersive Media
DESCRIPTION:Agog: The Immersive Media Institute is “a philanthropic organization focused on how immersive storytelling — such as augmented reality\, mixed reality\, smart glasses\, and spatial sound — can help people engage with climate and other urgent issues in more embodied\, experiential ways. \n“We’ve just launched our first open call: Climate Futures + Immersive Media\, a $1 million funding initiative to support projects that help people connect more deeply to climate challenges and imagine new pathways for action. We’ll be awarding grants from $25\,000 to $200\,000 across a range of stages\, from early-concept to more developed projects; funding is available to storytellers\, activists\, artists\, organizers\, technologists\, and other creative teams with ideas on how to move people from understanding to climate action through immersive media.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-agog-open-call-climate-futures-immersive-media/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T162847Z
CREATED:20260514T162847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T162847Z
UID:3111-1781269200-1781272800@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:From Big Ag to Big Aquaculture\, Finding Overlooked Stories
DESCRIPTION:“Factory-farmed seafood is the fastest-growing source of seafood worldwide\, and right now in the U.S.\, the aquaculture industry is promoting farmed fish as a sustainable alternative to wild-caught seafood. But that framing buries direct links between this form of food production and land-based industrial farming\, including impacts on ecosystems\, local economies\, and communities. In this FFJN webinar\, join Feini Yin and James Mitchell from the North American Marine Alliance\, along with Laura Lee Cascada from the Aquaculture Accountability Project\, to explore how to report on aquaculture. \n“We’ll unpack industrial aquaculture operations and examine less visible impacts on coastal communities and wild fisheries. You’ll also learn how to explore underreported angles\, how to engage with affected communities\, and how to report with a critical lens\, so you can evaluate industry bluewashing and incorporate these approaches into your own reporting.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/from-big-ag-to-big-aquaculture-finding-overlooked-stories/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260519T191900Z
CREATED:20260519T185745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T191900Z
UID:3125-1781395200-1781481599@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: EJN Story Grants to Support Reporting on Inclusive Water Governance in the Mekong Region
DESCRIPTION:Internews’ Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is “offering reporting grants to journalists from Mekong countries to support the production of in-depth stories on inclusive water governance in the Mekong Region. \n“For this grant opportunity\, we are looking for pitches for in-depth stories with the use of multimedia tools such as satellite data\, GIS\, data visualization\, photography and video\, as well as collaborative\, cross-border or investigative reporting approaches to strengthen and deepen coverage. \n“In addition to funding\, selected journalists will receive one-on-one mentorship from experienced journalists and EJN’s Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) specialist as a co-mentor through the story production process. \n“This grant will be reserved for applicants from and covering Mekong countries: Cambodia\, Myanmar\, Laos\, Thailand and/or Vietnam. … Applications are open to journalists working in any medium (online\, print\, television\, radio) and other expert media practitioners with professional reporting experience. \n“We expect to award 13 grants of up to 2\,000 USD each.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-ejn-story-grants-support-reporting-inclusive-water-governance-mekong-region/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260519T191556Z
CREATED:20260519T191556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T191556Z
UID:3127-1781395200-1781481599@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: EJN Reporting Fellowships To Produce In-Depth Stories on Climate Change and the Private Sector in Bangladesh 2026
DESCRIPTION:“Internews’ Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is offering reporting fellowships to journalists in Bangladesh to support the production of in-depth reports on the private sector and climate change. \n“”EJN\, through its Business and Climate and Media Initiative (BCMI)\, is pleased to offer up to 10 fellowships to selected journalists to produce reports on climate change and the private sector. In addition to funding\, selected fellows will receive support from experienced mentors through the story production process. \n“Applicants can be from Bangladesh only. … Applications are open to journalists working in any medium (online\, print\, television\, radio) and other practitioners with professional reporting experience. We welcome applications from early-career journalists and experienced reporters with a track record of covering business and climate change issues. \n“We expect to award up to 10 fellowships. We plan to issue fellowships in June with the expectation that all reports will be published by the end of September 2026 at the latest.” \nBudgets must be 1500 EUR maximum.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-ejn-reporting-fellowships-to-produce-in-depth-stories-on-climate-change-and-the-private-sector-in-bangladesh-2026/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260601T204156Z
CREATED:20260601T204156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T204156Z
UID:3144-1781395200-1781481599@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Uproot Ocean Nexus International Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:“The Ocean Nexus International Fellowship is a program for journalists created by Ocean Nexus in collaboration with the Uproot Project\, seeking to advance transformative changes at the intersection of ocean governance\, social justice\, and equity. Participating journalists\, working closely with Ocean Nexus scientists\, aim to deepen their understanding of how our relationship with the ocean is intertwined with systemic inequities\, particularly within historically marginalized communities\, across the globe. As a part of the fellowship\, fellows produce resource guides that will help other journalists understand the topics they covered and help expand the body of knowledge about ocean equity.” \nThe three-month fellowship (June-August 2026) is for non-US journalists who are members of Uproot (free to join) or one of its partners and includes a $2\,000 stipend. Apply by June 14\, 11:59 p.m. GMT.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-uproot-ocean-nexus-international-fellowship/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213008Z
CREATED:20260412T213008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T213008Z
UID:2992-1781425800-1781452800@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:SWCC In-Person Workshop: Moderating for Impact
DESCRIPTION:“Science writers and communicators are often asked to drive discussions by moderating or sitting on panels in a variety of professional and public venues. How they perform these roles has a big impact on how audiences contextualize important issues and these are roles of increasing importance given the current geopolitical climate. Additionally\, acting in these roles can be an important source of income and professional experience. Despite this\, there is little training for journalists and science communicators on how to maximize the impacts of these experiences for audiences and moderators. Consequently\, panel events often fall into predictable patterns: a mic passed up and down a role of panelists\, a lack of on-stage chemistry\, awkward and sometimes uncomfortable inequity of air time\, and a missed opportunity for everyone. \n“But it doesn’t have to be this way! Dynamic\, inclusive\, entertaining experiences can help tell meaningful\, memorable stories. Effective hosting is a performance that requires artful preparation\, creativity and engagement\, augmenting and managing a well-chosen format and structure. In addition to teaching basic moderation and facilitation skills\, this workshop will help science communications and media professionals hone their hosting skills by tackling pre-event preparation\, dynamic event formats\, stage-presence\, on-stage and virtual interviewing\, participant management and audience engagement. Participants will by guided through improvisational techniques to create and experiment with a variety of panel and other moderated formats in a safe\, innovation-friendly environment. We’ll develop a vocabulary for managing on stage conversations and use role playing scenarios to try out different styles and techniques in a low-stakes collaborative and supportive environment.” \n\nWhere: Montreal\, Quebec\nCost: TBD\n\nRegistration opens soon.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/swcc-in-person-workshop-moderating-for-impact/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260616
DTSTAMP:20260612T220825Z
CREATED:20260412T194916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T220825Z
UID:2990-1781481600-1781567999@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: DIG Awards
DESCRIPTION:“DIG announces the official opening for the 2026 edition of the DIG Awards\, the international competition that for twelve years have been the benchmark for the best documentary filmmakers and journalists on the planet\, and that will be presented during the next edition of DIG Festival\, scheduled in Modena from 23 to 27 September 2026. \n“The DIG Awards acknowledge excellence in journalism and encourage the work of reporters who use video and audio to investigate current social\, economic\, technological\, environmental and political issues.” \nDeadlines: \n\n“Video” and “Audio & Podcast” categories: June 6\, 2026 (non-monetary prizes; opportunity to be screened at the 2026 DIG Festival\, September 23-27 in Modena\n“DIG Pitch «Matteo Scanni»” category: June 15\, 2026 (for documentaries in development; includes funding of up to €15\,000)
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-dig-awards/
CATEGORIES:Awards,Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T170000
DTSTAMP:20251212T222409Z
CREATED:20251212T222409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T222409Z
UID:2383-1781510400-1781629200@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Science Writers and Communicators of Canada Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:“The 2026 SWCC Annual Conference will take place June 15-16 at the Plaza Centre-Ville in Montréal\, Quebec. The opening reception will be on June 14. \n“In an age when scientific progress often outpaces public understanding\, the work of science journalists\, communicators\, educators\, and policy makers has never mattered more. Yet in the current landscape of political polarization\, public mistrust\, and the decline of traditional science media\, this work comes with significant challenges. \n“SWCC 2026 Montréal explores how science journalists and communicators bridge this growing gulf: turning technical language into meaning\, uncertainty into dialogue\, and understanding into informed decision-making; in particular\, how our success depends on new frameworks\, inclusive practices\, and creative means of connection. Together\, we will consider how to keep human judgment\, reconciliation\, and ethics at the heart of progress\, and ensure that scientific knowledge remains understandable\, transparent\, and inclusive.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/science-writers-communicators-canada-annual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T060000
DTSTAMP:20260606T201427Z
CREATED:20260606T201427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T201427Z
UID:3190-1781586000-1781589600@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Healthy & Sustainable Diets: Evidence-Based Reporting for Journalists & Science Communicators
DESCRIPTION:“How we write about diets shapes what people eat\, which is why the hashtag#FoodChoices4LIFE project\, funded by the LIFE Programme\, is hosting a free training offering evidence-based tools for sharper food reporting. \n“Participants will explore what the scientific literature says about which communication strategies actually shift food behaviour\, how to report on uncertainty and contested evidence with precision and credibility\, and how framing choices affect whether audiences engage or disengage. The session draws on a review of interventions tested in the literature\, original consumer survey data\, and current research in behavioural science and risk communication.” \nWhen: 11 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. CEST / 5 -6 a.m. EDT
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/healthy-sustainable-diets-evidence-based-reporting-for-journalists-science-communicators/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T213503Z
CREATED:20260603T213320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T213503Z
UID:3174-1781607600-1781611200@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Reporting on Public Health in the Current Political Environment
DESCRIPTION:“As public health becomes increasingly politicized\, journalists continue to face challenges in reporting clearly and accurately on issues that impact their communities and the broader public. \n“Join the National Press Club Journalism Institute for a timely conversation with KFF Health News journalists Julie Rovner and Amanda Seitz. They will explore how journalists can gain audience trust and navigate misinformation and controversial statements from officials while producing accessible\, fact-based journalism.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/reporting-on-public-health-in-the-current-political-environment/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTSTAMP:20260512T212000Z
CREATED:20251018T201136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T212000Z
UID:2118-1781654400-1781740799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: EGU Science Journalism Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:“The European Geosciences Union (EGU) has begun accepting applications for the 2026 Science Journalism Fellowship competition. The fellowships enable journalists to report\, in any European language\, on ongoing research in the Earth\, planetary or space sciences\, with successful applicants receiving up to €5000 to cover expenses related to their projects.”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-egu-science-journalism-fellowship/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships & Grants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTSTAMP:20260602T234402Z
CREATED:20260602T234402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T234402Z
UID:3158-1781654400-1781740799@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: COP31 Climate Change Media Partnership Reporting Fellowship for Journalists
DESCRIPTION:“The Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP)\, led by Internews’ Earth Journalism Network (EJN) and the Stanley Center for Peace and Security\, is pleased to announce the COP31 CCMP Reporting Fellowship Program for journalists and creator journalists from low- and middle-income countries interested in covering the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP31). Hosted this year by Türkiye\, the conference is scheduled to take place in the city of Antalya from November 9-20\, 2026. \n“This year\, for the first time\, we’re expanding CCMP Fellowship eligibility to include independent creator journalists who are not affiliated with a professional news outlet but use journalistic practices and content creation techniques to deliver climate-related coverage directly to audiences via social media and other digital platforms.” \nIncludes airfare\, accommodation\, meals\, travel medical insurance and ground transportation costs.
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/deadline-cop31-climate-change-media-partnership-reporting-fellowship-for-journalists/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Fellowships
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T192223Z
CREATED:20260611T192223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T192223Z
UID:3197-1781701200-1781704800@connector.casw.org
SUMMARY:Energy Reporting 101 for Environmental Journalists
DESCRIPTION:“Two reporters and an energy expert break down what environmental journalists need to know about the energy transition\, based on the latest reports from international energy analysts. How quickly are renewables displacing fossil fuels? How have AI and U.S. policy changes complicated the path to net zero? What does this mean for climate change and the environment? And how can reporters weave these high-level insights into their daily stories? \n“Join us for Energy Reporting 101 for Environmental Journalists\, a webinar designed to help you demystify the numbers and find the human stories behind the power grid. Whether you’re a veteran climate reporter looking for a refresh or a general assignment journalist diving into the energy beat for the first time\, you’ll walk away with the context\, questions and confidence needed to pitch and execute powerful stories. \n“Secure your spot today and supercharge your climate coverage!”
URL:https://connector.casw.org/event/energy-reporting-101-for-environmental-journalists/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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