For journalists covering high-tension events, risk has long been part of the job. But the dynamics of those risks are changing. We spoke to journalists on how they assess their own personal risk ahead of difficult assignments. Read more: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/09/11/t...

Relevant safety information can be difficult to find quickly when it is needed the most. An upcoming app aims to change that, by bringing secure communications tools and safety resources into one accessible platform. Read about the app here: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/09/04/n...

Climate events are intensifying — and so is the risk of overstating the relationship between environment and public health. Hear from @jgasspoore.hazardpodcast.com on how to make rigorous editorial calls and communicate uncertainty clearly. Register for free here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

How can outlets deliver accurate, reliable news to audiences when journalists can’t safely report on the ground? We spoke to editors at Amu TV and Kashmir Times on how they balance breaking news with the need to verify and protect sources from abroad: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/08/28/n...

When it comes to releasing information in the public interest, local government often comes up short. We spoke with veteran investigative journalist @mirandaspivack.bsky.social on the methods reporters can use to uncover local government secrets: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/08/17/l...

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...

The latest Local Journalist Index — a collaboration between Muck Rack and Rebuild Local News — revealed a concerning disparity in coverage of health and education in areas with fewer local journalists. Read about the report and proposed solutions here: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/07/09/l...

What we can learn from the 2026 Local Journalist Index - Journalism Institute

The report found that counties with fewer local journalists had fewer articles about health and education, but there are ways to strengthen community reporting.

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Join us for a hands-on workshop to learn how to make short-form vertical videos that grab attention and grow audiences. 🗓 July 23 🕛 2 - 5 p.m. ET 📍National Press Club in Washington, D.C. 🎟️ $45 ($35 for NPC members) Space is limited. Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/workshop-c...

Workshop: Creating vertical video to reach new audiences

Learn how to make short-form vertical videos that grab attention and grow your audience on social media.

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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...

Fellow journalists: Do you use Nextdoor or similar apps to help your reporting? My fellow @npcinstitute.bsky.social interns and I are writing a story on the use of these platforms as Nextdoor launches its verified local journalist program. Reply or DM with any comments you might have — thanks!

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...

📣 Applications are open for the 2026 Pamela Tobey Award for Excellence in Visual Storytelling. This award is for journalists who are redefining how stories are told for digital audiences. Learn more: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2026/06/08/a...

Applications open for the Pamela Tobey Award for Excellence in Visual Storytelling - Journalism Institute

Journalists who are redefining how stories are told for digital audiences are invited to apply for the 2026 Pamela Tobey Award for Excellence in Visual Storytelling, a $1,000 prize and national recogn...

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As Scott Pelley said to @nytimes.com: "There is no democracy without journalism. It can't be done. That is why I am a journalist." At the Institute, we strongly believe the same. That's why we stand with every journalist doing the work that democracy depends on. #PressFreedom #JournalismIsNotACrime

Scott Pelley on the Bari Weiss Era and His Last Days at ‘60 Minutes’

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⛽ 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...

⛽ 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...

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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...

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...

WASHINGTON, May 26 — National Press Club President Mark Schoeff Jr. today issued the following statement on a reported proposal by President Trump to require nondisclosure agreements for all federal employees:

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...