Some of the most important information a journalist can uncover comes from a whistleblower. We spoke with investigative reporters @davidbarstow.bsky.social and @pallabimunsi.bsky.social on their advice for working with whistleblowers: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/08/13/b...

Local stories can have national implications — and national stories can shape local communities. Join us Aug. 18 for a free training on translating complex public health topics for different audiences. 🗓 Aug. 18 | 11 a.m. ET | 💻 Zoom Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Join the National Press Club Journalism Institute and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention for a free virtual training on ethical reporting, practical guidance, and research-backed best practices. 📅 Sept. 8 | Noon ET Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

The escalation of immigration enforcement operations in the United States necessitates accurate and rapid media coverage. But journalists don't always fully understand their rights while covering these often intense events. Read expert's advice here: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/08/05/k...

Online violence is a growing threat to journalists, and a particularly dangerous form it takes is through an online pile-on attack. We spoke with IWMF's Tat Bellamy-Walker for practical advice to navigate them: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/07/31/w...

Accessing public records through FOIA is an essential part of investigative journalism, but it can be daunting. Doing a little homework ahead of time can help. We spoke to FOIA experts for their practical, actionable advice for navigating FOIA: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/07/28/y...

Your story matters. 📣 Join us for Source Power, a free virtual workshop to learn how news interviews work, your rights as a source, and how to decide if speaking to a journalist is right for you. 🗓 Sept. 1 | ⏰ 6–8 p.m. | 💻 Zoom Register for free here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

“For the first time, high-profile journalists are making public statements about why they needed to leave the profession because of burnout and overwhelm,” said The Self Investigation's Kim Brice. Read her advice for mental health in the newsroom: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/07/07/n...

Journalists at Amu TV are braving displacement and threats to bring independent news to everyday Afghans. “We combine access to information from journalists on the ground with the freedom to report from overseas,” said Lotfullah Najafizada. Read more: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/07/21/h...

Internet shutdowns can sever contact with sources, interrupt verification, and expose vulnerable people to risk. Establishing alternative communication methods before an outage is key. Read on for experts’ advice for navigating internet shutdowns: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/07/20/w...

Mental health is a daunting focus area for health storytellers, and it can be tricky to know where to find sources, stats, and story leads. Join us at noon ET on Tuesday, July 21, for a free webinar on covering mental health as a public health issue. Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

As journalists face new risks while covering protests, immigration enforcement operations, and more, preparation is key, said crisis reporting expert Judith Matloff. Read on for her critical physical safety advice for reporters in the field: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/06/26/h...

Burnout, PTSD, language barriers, and sudden loss of professional identity are pushing many exiled journalists out of the field entirely. We spoke with experts from the Network of Exiled Media Outlets for advice on balancing mental health in exile: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/06/26/t...

Attention journalists looking for opportunities in audience, engagement, and social media journalism: Join us on July 7 to hear from audience engagement editors from MS NOW and The Baltimore Banner on advancing your career. Register for free: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

⛽ A gas tax holiday could be coming and journalists will have the job of explaining what that means to consumers. Join us next week to hear from experts at @bipartisanpolicy.org on what’s at stake. 🗓️ June 9 | 🕛 11 a.m. ET |📍 Zoom Learn more and register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Looking for a job in political journalism? Join us on Tuesday to hear from a recruiter and policy editor on building expertise and standing out as an applicant. 🗓 June 2 🕛 Noon ET 📍Virtual via Zoom Register for free here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

We're thrilled to announce the 2026 @pressclubdc.bsky.social scholarship recipients! Each year, the NPC scholarship team selects promising future journalists at the high school, college, and graduate levels. Learn more about these inspiring journalists: www.prnewswire.com/news-release...

For journalists exploring creator revenue models: Not sure what to charge for your work? Veteran reporter & co-founder @ryankellett.com's rule of thumb: If in doubt, add to the price. 👀 Check out more tips for building a creator-journalism business: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/05/15/h...

🚨 SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY 🚨 @pressclubdc.bsky.social is still accepting applications for the Lewis Scholarship, which supports college student journalists of color who are interning in DC this summer! 📣 Newsrooms: Share with your incoming interns 📣 Students: Apply by April 16: bit.ly/4vo3uz9

Want to join us? Take 2 minutes now: - Search your city + “news” - Follow one local newsroom Learn more: localnewsday.org

Today we're celebrating #LocalNewsDay, a nationwide day of action dedicated to connecting people with trusted local news. From school boards to city councils, so much of what affects our daily lives starts locally. That's why the Institute is a proud founding partner of this new initiative.

🎉 Career Day at @pressclubdc.bsky.social is TOMORROW! Professional development training sessions are waiting for you. Headshot reservations are going fast. Recruiters are lined up.

During Career Day, @linkedin.com’s @andrewseaman.bsky.social will lead a practical session on staying motivated during a job search. Whether you’re actively looking or preparing for a rainy day, this session will give you tangible next steps. Get tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-caree...

📸 Ready for a fresh new look? We still have spots left in our FREE pop-up headshot studio. Reserve your space today when you sign up for Career Day at @pressclubdc.bsky.social on March 20. Headshots are free for ticketholders on a first come, first served basis: www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-caree...

This isn’t just a job fair. It’s an investment in your career advancement. You’ll leave with: ✔ A clearer plan ✔ An updated resume, cover letter ✔ Direct connections ✔ A community that understands ✔ A new professional headshot

Yesterday, we kicked off our 2026 Career Office Hours series with speaker @corinnechin.bsky.social, director of news talent for recruitment at @apnews.com. She shared advice for standing out as a job applicant for a major global news service & how to stay motivated in a turbulent job market:

Today’s layoffs at @washingtonpost.com are a devastating setback for our profession. Every lost reporting job is one fewer set of eyes watching institutions that affect people’s daily lives. @pressclubdc.bsky.social & the Institute stand with all the journalists who lost their jobs.

As NPCJI president @mikebalsamo.bsky.social said: "A free and independent press isn’t a partisan value — it’s a democratic one. And it’s not something journalists defend for ourselves. We defend it for the public."

Job searches can be lonely and exhausting. And in journalism, they’re often happening during moments of uncertainty across the industry. That’s why we're bringing back free monthly office hours in 2026 — a virtual space for community, encouragement, and hiring insight.

🗓️ 31 days. 5 minutes a day. CAMP CANVA 2025 will include practical tools to fuel impactful, visual storytelling using Canva's suite of tools. 🔎 Weekly topics: ✅ Productivity & workflow ✅ Data visualization ✅ Audience engagement ✅ Creating videos tinyurl.com/ywxyms9r