SPJ Georgia

SPJ Georgia The Society of Professional Journalists pro chapter for Georgia brings news professionals together.

The Georgia chapter of SPJ was officially established in 2014, and represents members across the state. SPJ and SPJ GA Pro members have garnered credibility as working journalists, who believe and engage in the field of ethical journalism, while evolving with technology.

Freelance life = freedom… but it can get a little lonely too ☕💻That’s why SPJ Georgia is launching Freelance Friday — a ...
04/07/2026

Freelance life = freedom… but it can get a little lonely too ☕💻

That’s why SPJ Georgia is launching Freelance Friday — a laid-back, in-person coffee meetup for freelancers, remote journalists, and comms pros looking to connect 🤝

No agenda, no pressure — just good conversation, idea-sharing, and a chance to build your community with people who get it.

📅 April 24, 2026
⏰ 11 a.m. — 1 p.m.
📍 The Reading Room, 429 Church St., Decatur, GA 30030 (directly across from MARTA)

Drop in when you can, stay as long as you’d like — we’d love to see you there!

And if you'd like to let us know in advance that you're coming, feel free to email us at [email protected] so we can look for you!

Join us for part 2 of our “Safety & Security for Journalists” workshop series — Staying Safe in the Field.This hands-on,...
03/31/2026

Join us for part 2 of our “Safety & Security for Journalists” workshop series — Staying Safe in the Field.

This hands-on, interactive training will give you actionable tips on physical safety — whether you’re reporting on conflicts and civil unrest, working the general assignment beat or editing in the newsroom.

Our instructor brings 20+ years of combined experience in public safety and corporate security and will cover:

• Situational awareness
• Active attacker response
• First aid basics
• Protest & field safety

🗓️ Saturday, May 2, 2026
🕘 9:00–11:30 a.m.
📍 Georgia Public Broadcasting, 260 14th St NW, Atlanta, GA

Parking is free. Thank you to Georgia Public Broadcasting!

This event is open to Society of Professional Journalists members only.
RSVP required: [email protected]

🚨 Attention journalists! SkillsFest26 kicks off TOMORROW! 🚨Don’t miss your chance to join this FREE, two-day virtual tra...
03/25/2026

🚨 Attention journalists! SkillsFest26 kicks off TOMORROW! 🚨

Don’t miss your chance to join this FREE, two-day virtual training hosted by and , with support from top journalism organizations like , , and .journalism.

🗓️ March 26–27, 2026
🖥️ Online & open to all
🎁 Completely FREE with registration

Level up your reporting with hands-on sessions covering FOIA requests, First Amendment rights, headline writing, pitching, immigration coverage, AP style updates, and trauma-informed journalism.

Plus, hear from SPJ Georgia president and treasurer as they preview the upcoming “Georgia Knows Media” media literacy campaign.

⏳ It all starts tomorrow — don’t wait!

🔗 Register now: https://www.spj.org/skillsfest/

Attention journalists! 📣Sign up for , a free, two-day online training event organized by and , with support from lead...
03/16/2026

Attention journalists! 📣

Sign up for , a free, two-day online training event organized by and , with support from leading journalism organizations such as , and .journalism.

🗓️ March 26–27, 2026
🖥️ Virtual and open to everyone
🎁 FREE with registration

The program features hands-on sessions on FOIA requests, First Amendment issues, headline writing, pitching, immigration coverage, AP style updates, and trauma-informed journalism.

Also join SPJ Georgia president and treasurer for a preview of our upcoming “Georgia Knows Media” media literacy campaign.

🔗 Register here: https://www.spj.org/skillsfest/

🚨 Nominations are now open!The Society of Professional Journalists Georgia Pro Chapter is accepting nominations for the ...
03/16/2026

🚨 Nominations are now open!

The Society of Professional Journalists Georgia Pro Chapter is accepting nominations for the Student Representative seat on the SPJ Georgia Board.

This is a great opportunity for journalism and communications students in Georgia to gain leadership experience, connect with professionals, and represent student voices in the journalism community.

📅 Deadline to apply: March 28

Interested or know a student who would be a great fit?

👉 Applications available here:
https://spjgeorgia.com/2026/03/16/nominations-now-open-spj-georgia-student-representative/

A big thank you to Freedom of the Press Foundation for delivering a fantastic webinar on digital security for SPJ Georg...
03/13/2026

A big thank you to Freedom of the Press Foundation for delivering a fantastic webinar on digital security for SPJ Georgia and Society of Professional Journalists members last night — and to everyone who joined us and asked great questions! 🔐

The session was hands-on, informative, engaging — and with a touch of humor. From the power of password managers to sneaky phishing schemes and the remarkable resilience of security keys, we learned a lot about how to better protect ourselves and our sources online.

Stay tuned for details about our upcoming in-person workshop on Physical Safety & Security for Journalists!

Last night, we had the pleasure of participating in ’s fifth-annual “Future of the First Amendment” lecture.SPJ Georgia ...
03/11/2026

Last night, we had the pleasure of participating in ’s fifth-annual “Future of the First Amendment” lecture.

SPJ Georgia member Jennifer McKee shared a preview of our new media literacy initiative, , before historian Dr. Carol Sue Humphrey took the stage with a presentation on “Ideas about Freedom of the Press during the 1770s–1790s.”

The evening also included the Champion of the First Amendment Awards, recognizing outstanding local and student journalists. It was a perfect way to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Code of Ethics and the enduring importance of a free press

Huge thanks to Dr. David W. Bulla (), David Kearns (), and all sponsors for hosting such a meaningful event. We were delighted to be part of it!

The digital landscape is changing — and journalists are increasingly in the crosshairs.Join SPJ Georgia for Safety and S...
03/02/2026

The digital landscape is changing — and journalists are increasingly in the crosshairs.

Join SPJ Georgia for Safety and Security for Journalists Part 1: Digital Security 101 on Thursday, March 12 from 6:30–8 p.m. via Zoom.

We’re partnering with Freedom of the Press Foundation to bring you a practical, step-by-step session focused on protecting your accounts, devices and identity online.

We’ll cover:
🔐 How to use encrypted messaging safely
🔒 Smart social media lockdown techniques
💻 Strengthening your device security
🌐 Browsing the web anonymously
🛡️ Reducing risk from hacking and online harassment

This workshop is designed for journalists at every stage — from students to seasoned pros — who want to build safer digital habits in an evolving threat environment.

Email [email protected] to RSVP and receive the Zoom link.

Protect your sources. Protect your data. Protect yourself.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our SPJ Georgia social mixer last night! ✨It was such a great evening of convers...
02/20/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our SPJ Georgia social mixer last night! ✨

It was such a great evening of conversation, connection and community. There’s nothing better than gathering in person to share ideas, swap stories and strengthen our local network.

We’re so grateful for each of you who came out and made the night special. 💛

We’re already looking forward to hosting more events here in the Hostess City — stay tuned!

Savannah-area journalists, communicators and media pros — this is your reminder ✨Our SPJ Georgia social mixer is tomorro...
02/18/2026

Savannah-area journalists, communicators and media pros — this is your reminder ✨

Our SPJ Georgia social mixer is tomorrow!

Join us Thursday, February 19 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Hop Atomica (535 E. 39th St.) for an evening of conversation, connection and community with fellow media professionals.

Your first drink (cocktail or mocktail) and appetizers are on us — just come ready to relax, network and catch up in a fun, laid-back setting.

Bring a colleague, bring a friend, bring your business cards — we'd love to see you there.

📩 RSVP today to [email protected]

Rising threats against journalists aren’t just headlines — they’re real, and they’re growing.That’s why SPJ Georgia is h...
02/18/2026

Rising threats against journalists aren’t just headlines — they’re real, and they’re growing.

That’s why SPJ Georgia is hosting Safety and Security for Journalists Part 1: Digital Security 101 on Thursday, March 12 from 6:30–8 p.m. via Zoom.

In partnership with Freedom of the Press Foundation , this hands-on workshop will walk you through:

-Encrypted messaging
-Social media account lockdown strategies
-Device security basics
-Anonymous web browsing
-Defending against hacking and online harassment

Whether you’re a reporter, editor, freelancer or student journalist, this session will give you practical tools to protect yourself and your work.

RSVP at [email protected] to receive the Zoom link.

Your safety matters. Your security matters. Your journalism matters.

Savannah-area journalists, communicators and media pros — this one’s for you. 🗞️✨SPJ Georgia is hosting a casual social ...
02/06/2026

Savannah-area journalists, communicators and media pros — this one’s for you. 🗞️✨

SPJ Georgia is hosting a casual social mixer on Thursday, February 19 from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Hop Atomica (535 E. 39th St.) — and you’re invited!

Join us for an evening of conversation, connection and community with fellow media professionals. Your first drink (cocktail or mocktail) and appetizers are on us, so come ready to relax, network and catch up in a fun, laid-back setting.

Bring a colleague, bring a friend, bring your business cards — we can’t wait to see you.

📩 RSVP to [email protected]

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https://www.spj.org/spj-denounces-order-to-deport-journalist-mario-guevara/, https://atlantapres

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