Newsdesk: Journalist - Organizations

American Society of Journalists and Authors - Provides a variety of services for nonfiction freelance writers, including market search, conferences, and information on contract negotiations, copyright, intellectual property, and similar issues.
American Society of Newspaper Editors Online - Directing editors of daily newspapers and editors of major sources of news for daily newspapers throughout the Americas are eligible for membership.
American Sportscasters Association - Provides current and aspiring sportscasters with vital information, advice and support.
APTRA Online - Associated Press Television-Radio Association of California and Nevada.
The Association of Investigative Journalists - Promoting investigative journalism and the raising of journalism standards. Site includes membership details, related news and pitches to commissioning editors of investigative stories.
Creative Television of Rhode Island - A nonprofit organization providing equipment, training, screenings, and other opportunities for film, video, and cable production enthusiasts in the Rhode Island (US) area.
Florida Society of Newspaper Editors - Advancing the cause of responsible journalism, sponsoring and organizing contests, symposia, meetings and scholarships.
The Idaho Press Club - News and resources for journalists in Idaho, US.
International Association of Media and Communication Research. - The largest international professional organization in the field of communication research, established in 1957, and with over 2300 members in some 70 countries.
International Consortium of Investigative Journalists - A project of the Center for Public Integrity, ICIJ supports investigative reporting and provides networking opportunities for journalists.
International Federation of Environmental Journalists - Paris-based umbrella group with 40 national member associations. Searchable archive of educational publications. Calendar of conferences, seminars and workshops; links to other resources.
International Food, Wine, and Travel Writers Association - The IFWTWA offers press credentials and other membership services to qualified print, radio and TV broadcasters and photo journalists.
Investigative Reporters and Editors - Investigative Reporters and Editors is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of investigative reporting within the field of journalism.
Jack Webster Foundation - Promotes and recognizes the achievements of British Columbia based reporters.
Kentucky Press Association - Services and activities supporting journalism professionals and the press in the State of Kentucky.
Louisiana Press Association - With the mission of uniting Louisiana newspapers as a cooperative association so newspapers can compete and flourish as providers of information and information services.
Louisiana Press Women - The Louisiana chapter for the National Federation of Press Women.
Michigan Press Association - A statewide organization of nearly 300 daily and weekly newspapers that promotes the general interests of newspapers of Michigan.
The New York Press Club - Resources for working journalists, including favorite links, announcements of coming events, awards, and discussions of issues affecting the media today.
Newspaper Association of America - Supporting continuity and change in the newspaper industry by focusing on strategic issues such as marketing, public policy, diversity, industry development, and newspaper operations.
The Newspaper Society - UK organization providing national and local newspaper information, with links to national and regional press websites.
Oklahoma Press Association - Dedicated to safeguarding and advancing the newspaper profession in the State of Oklahoma, so that both the profession and the public may benefit.
Organization of News Ombudsmen - Organization of News Ombudsmen is an international association of professional journalists who serve as internal watchdogs, monitoring accuracy, fairness and ethical practice for their newspapers and broadcast media.
Poynter.org - Helps journalists do their jobs better and to serve their communities. Updated daily, it provides journalists with reliable information, useful tools, and provocative suggestions.
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press - Nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free legal help to reporters and news organizations.
RIAS Berlin Kommission - Binational organization for the promotion of German-American understanding in the field of broadcasting. Bilingual site (German and English).
Society for News Design - SND is a international professional organization dedicated to improving design and graphics in newspapers, news magazines and news-related web sites.
Society of Environmental Journalists - The organization's aim is to improve the quality, accuracy and visibility of reporting on the environment. Searchable calendar of environmental events and SEJ conferences, issues, jobs, awards and fellowships.
South Asian Journalists Association - A professional networking group for journalists of South Asian origin based in North America. Site includes organization and membership information, events, and articles.
Unda : International Catholic Association for Radio and Television - International Catholic association for professionals in radio, television, and related media. Site includes information on the association's activities, services, publications; calendar of events; and association news. Multilingual site (English, French, Spanish).