Reporting in Hostile Times: SPJ Region 11 Conference
*Photo courtesy Amanda Andrade-Rhoades
Note: This Event Has Passed.
Stand with Today’s Journalists
Journalists today face unprecedented challenges – press freedom is under attack, misinformation is rampant, and the media industry is evolving at a rapid pace. The SPJ Region 11 Conference, hosted by SPJ NorCal and the University of San Francisco’s Media Studies Department, brought together journalists, editors, media professionals, and students for two days of insightful discussions, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities.
Join SPJ NorCal: Tools and Insights for Journalism’s Evolving Landscape
Join us as we tackle critical issues in journalism, including the future of the attention economy and misinformation, immigration reporting, the latest investigative tools, and the rise of independent journalism. Whether you’re a veteran journalist, mid-career or just starting out, this conference offers invaluable insights and connections to help navigate the ever-changing media landscape. This conference is also made possible by our partners at the Asian American Journalists Association San Francisco Bay Area, First Amendment Coalition, and the National Association of Hispanic Journalists Bay Area.
The conference took place at USF at 2130 Fulton St., San Francisco, CA 94117. Speaker bios can be found here.
Conference Schedule: Friday, May 2nd 2025
Conference Schedule: Saturday, May 3rd 2025
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