Supporting Northern California’s Journalists
Promoting ethical journalism, defending press freedom, and recognizing excellence since 1909.
News & Updates Support Press Freedom- The Bay Agenda: Security for Journalists
KALW examines how journalists can protect themselves, their sources and their devices in the current climate, with AHCJ and SPJ NorCal The Bay Area chapter of the Association of Heath Care Journalists and Society of Professional Jouralists Northern California come to KALW for a live panel discussion supporting the rights of journalists. The number of assaults on journalists in the… Read more: The Bay Agenda: Security for Journalists
Three Decades of Journalism Excellence
The Northern California Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists is a longstanding institution working to support journalists based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, and cities and towns throughout the region, advocating on issues that affect full-time news staff and freelancers alike. We host conferences, programs and other networking opportunities to support professional development.
About SPJ NorCalThe Latest News, Updates & More
- CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: James Madison Freedom of Information Awards For 2025 Achievements
SPJ NorCal’s Freedom of Information Committee is now accepting nominations for the 41st Annual James Madison Awards for 2025 achievements. DEADLINE: Sunday, January 4, 2026, at 11:59 p.m., Pacific time.… Read more: CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: James Madison Freedom of Information Awards For 2025 Achievements - Freedom of Information Committee Warns Against Defanging Sunshine Ordinance Task ForceSan Francisco’s Sunshine Ordinance Task Force is at risk of being defanged and, without an assertive vote from the Board of Supervisors, disbanded. Last month, the city’s Commission Streamlining Task… Read more: Freedom of Information Committee Warns Against Defanging Sunshine Ordinance Task Force
- SPJ NorCal Honors 2025 Excellence in Journalism Award WinnersFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025 CONTACT: Laura Wenus at 650-996-3112 or spjnorcal@gmail.com, or Ben Trefny at 415-290-2421 * * * * * SAN FRANCISCO — The Society of… Read more: SPJ NorCal Honors 2025 Excellence in Journalism Award Winners
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