Organizations related to the practice or business of journalism are listed in this category. Included are trade organizations and other coalitions of media professionals.
Recommended Resources
AIM is concerned with complaints of media abuse and errors and offers on its site articles about the handling of news by the media as well as resources.
http://www.aim.org/
Alliance for Community Journalism
Organized in order to promote and maintain excellence in community reporting, the ACJ is a non-profit association.
http://www.acj.org/
The American Copy Editors Society is a non-profit organization providing solutions to copy desk problems; by copy editors for copy editors.
http://www.copydesk.org/
American Society of Journalists and Authors
The ASJA, which provides a variety of services for member journalists and authors, shares information about the organization, articles about the industry, and a freelance writer search tool.
http://www.asja.org/
Association of Young Journalists and Writers
This organization, which promotes excellence in journalism; for journalists under the age of thirty-five, does so by advancing contests, free membership, and free media and college directories.
http://ayjw.org/
BGTW, the British Guild of Travel Writers, is a non-profit organization of writers, editors, photographers, producers, radio and television presenters involved in the travel industry.
http://www.bgtw.org/
Canadian Association of Journalists
Maintained by the CAJ, this site provides information about issues pertaining to journalism, and other forms of media.
http://www.caj.ca/
The Caucasus Journalists Network is a non-profit organization of journalists, researchers, publishers and media professionals of Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia.
http://www.caucasusjournalists.net/
Center for Media and Public Affairs
The official CMPA web site displays an extensive section about the Center, news, and the latest updates of major news media coverage of the Presidential administration.
http://www.cmpa.com/
Committee of Concerned Journalists
The website of CCJ, which is made up of media professionals concerned with the future of the profession of journalism, contains news which is pertinent to the Committee, commentary, and career resources as well as a section about and for membership.
http://www.concernedjournalists.org/
Committee to Protect Journalists
Shares information about the CPJ, which seeks to defend journalists around the world, including reports and publications, and sections about journalists killed, those imprisoned, and those missing throughout the world. Also gives ways to support the organization.
http://www.cpj.org/
Council of National Journalism Organization
Provides details about the organization as well as how to become a member, progress reports on some of the initiatives, and contact details.
http://www.cnjo.org/
The official EBU website is run by the non-profit organization of which provides advocacy for the interests of public broadcasters in Europe and presents the calendar,position papers, and the EU policy.
http://www.ebu.ch/
FAIR, the Fairness and Accuracy in Reporting, is a non-profit organization concerned with the abuse and bias of media.
http://www.fair.org/
A nonpartisan organization that seeks to reform the media, the organization is against the influence of large media corporations and for Internet freedom. Free Press also publishes policy updates on matters being considered by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Congress. You can also donate money to the organization.
http://www.freepress.net
International Center for Journalist
The official ICFJ website presents news about the organization as well as information on the issues that face the profession.
http://www.icfj.org/
International Federation of Journalists
The official IFJ website is about this non-profit organization which promotes social justice and rights for journalists. Available in English, French, and Spanish, this site sets forth details about campaigns, reports, and human rights issues.
http://www.ifj.org/
International Federation of the Periodical Press
The FIPP is a non-profit organization promoting editorial standards in both print and electronic media. The official site contains details about the membership, supplier directory, and publications.
http://www.fipp.com/
Investigative Reporters and Editors
Known as IRE, this non-profit organization is dedicated to improving the quality of investigative reporting within the field of journalism. Here you will find membership details and opportunities as well as a job center.
http://www.ire.org/
Investigative Reporters and Editors, Inc.
Investigative Reporters and Editors, Inc. is an educational organization that trains journalists and editors to provide high quality journalism. The website has a large database of resources to help you become more professional. You can also access this website in Spanish.
http://www.ire.org
Journalism Education Association
The JEA is a non-profit organization which supports excellence and achievement in scholastic journalism. Their site consists of details about the association, upcoming events, curriculum, and contact options.
http://www.jea.org/
Media Access Project is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the public's right to access all forms of media, regardless of content.
http://www.mediaaccess.org/
Non-profit organization which promotes both fairness and accuracy in the all forms of media, including radio, television, and print. On the site, you will find schedules of upcoming classes as well as events, news which affects members, and tools to find or post a media job.
http://www.media-alliance.org/
Media Trust is a non-profit organization promoting effective and unbiased media reporting; with an emphasis on the charity and voluntary sectors.
http://www.mediatrust.org/
Provides information and policy resources pertaining to the ethics and abuse of print and broadcast media in the United Kingdom.
http://www.presswise.org.uk/
National Association of Broadcasters
NAB, a non-profit organization, provides information and resources from the membership of the industry. The website features recent news releases, upcoming events, and membership information.
http://www.nab.org/
National Association of Hispanic Journalists
Based in Washington, D.C., the NAHJ is focused on advancing Hispanic and Latino journalists in the United States and Puerto Rico. Established in 1984, its membership includes working journalists, journalism students, and other media-related professionals and educators. An overview of the organization, a chapter directory, and its staff and board are introduced, along with a schedule of events, a career center, and a member portal. The Adelante Academy, its Latina leadership program, is featured.
https://nahj.org/
The NUJ website is kept up by the non-profit organization providing information on a number of journalism issues; complete with legal advice.
http://www.nuj.org.uk/
A non-profit organization monitoring accuracy, fairness and ethical practice throughout the print and broadcast media.
http://www.newsombudsmen.org/
Newspaper Association of America
Consists of items which are of interest to members of the NAA, including upcoming speakers, the association's work on public policy, and membership details.
http://www.naa.org/
The Online Journalism Review, a publication supported by the Annenberg School of Communication at USC, is an academic publication that focuses on journalism. The website also has a wide ranging blog that covers issues such as blogging. The Review was suspended by USC in June 2008. The archives of the Review remain online for consultation.
http://www.ojr.org
The Pew Research Center for the People and the Press is an American research organization dedicated to showing how the press affects American life. You can find commentary on a variety of political and media issues from this site. You can also find Pew's research studies here.
http://people-press.org/
Pew Center For Civic Journalism
A non-profit organization concerned with citizen involvement in community issues, specifically how they are reported in the print and broadcast media.
http://www.pewcenter.org/
Project for Excellence in Journalism
Contains details about the PEJ, including their evaluation of the performance of the press, resources, and contact details.
http://journalism.org/
PJNET, an organization of journalists, educators and citizens interested in exploring and strengthening the relationship between journalism and democracy, maintains this website, which offers its declaration, archives, and contact information.
http://pjnet.org/
Society of Environmental Journalists
The Society of Environmental Journalists is a professional organization for journalists to report on the environment. The website also has a career section for journalists interested in working in this field. The site also has information for freelancers interested in this aspect of journalism. The site is also available in Spanish.
http://www.sej.org
Washington Newspaper Publishers Association
The WNPA is an industry group of those who print newspapers in Washington State. The website is especially good at providing information on advertising in the state's newspapers. You can also find out about upcoming association events here.
http://www.wnpa.com/
