JAWS (Journalism & Women Symposium)
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JAWS is in its 40th year of advancing the professional empowerment and personal growth of women in journalism and advocating for more inclusive coverage of the diverse experiences and cultures that comprise our society. jaws.org
Happy New Year! Our annual fundraising campaign has already raised more than $20,000 toward our $40,000 goal in celebration of #JAWS' 40th anniversary. Thank you for your support of women journalists! givebutter.com/supportjaws2...
January 6, 2026 at 1:16 AM
Happy New Year! Our annual fundraising campaign has already raised more than $20,000 toward our $40,000 goal in celebration of #JAWS' 40th anniversary. Thank you for your support of women journalists! givebutter.com/supportjaws2...
Are you a #JAWS member with something to share about yourself or another member? Maybe it's a promotion, a new book, or just a piece of work that made you proud. Email us with your JAWS Applause updates at [email protected] so we can share the good news in our monthly newsletter!
January 2, 2026 at 10:48 PM
Are you a #JAWS member with something to share about yourself or another member? Maybe it's a promotion, a new book, or just a piece of work that made you proud. Email us with your JAWS Applause updates at [email protected] so we can share the good news in our monthly newsletter!
Celebrate JAWS’ 40th anniversary with a gift – $4, $40, $400, even $4,000! Your generosity helps us impact the lives and careers of women journalists: givebutter.com/supportjaws2...
December 30, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Celebrate JAWS’ 40th anniversary with a gift – $4, $40, $400, even $4,000! Your generosity helps us impact the lives and careers of women journalists: givebutter.com/supportjaws2...
Have you filled out the JAWS membership survey yet? The deadline is Dec. 31! secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/...
December 29, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Have you filled out the JAWS membership survey yet? The deadline is Dec. 31! secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/...
How can journalists protect sensitive sources? Join us for a free #JAWS webinar with a panel of experts who will share examples and suggest ways to work with sources while minimizing harm. Registration required: www.jaws.org/news/jaws-we...
JAWS WEBINAR: Protecting Sensitive Sources — JAWS
FREE WEBINAR JANUARY 14: Current times mean many of our sources may fear repercussions ranging from deportation to court action to violence. How can journalists protect sensitive sources? Erica Helle...
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December 23, 2025 at 8:01 PM
How can journalists protect sensitive sources? Join us for a free #JAWS webinar with a panel of experts who will share examples and suggest ways to work with sources while minimizing harm. Registration required: www.jaws.org/news/jaws-we...
Did you know? #JAWS partners with The Rewrite, a community for journalists ready to reimagine what’s possible in their careers. JAWS members now have exclusive access to free services from The Rewrite as part of your membership plan:
JAWS partners with The Rewrite to provide free career resources for members — JAWS
When was the last time you asked yourself what you need? Or better yet, what do you want? As a woman in journalism, chances are you've been conditioned to question your most honest inner compass. ...
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December 22, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Did you know? #JAWS partners with The Rewrite, a community for journalists ready to reimagine what’s possible in their careers. JAWS members now have exclusive access to free services from The Rewrite as part of your membership plan:
#JAWS members from regional groups in DC, New York and Chicago met in December to celebrate the holiday season together. Interested in participating in a regional group? Email [email protected] for more info about a group in your area.
December 19, 2025 at 10:53 PM
#JAWS members from regional groups in DC, New York and Chicago met in December to celebrate the holiday season together. Interested in participating in a regional group? Email [email protected] for more info about a group in your area.
Want to give monthly to #JAWS? A simple pledge of $5, $15, or $25 per month makes a huge difference. Sign up today to get started on your giving plan. Thank you for supporting women journalists! givebutter.com/supportjaws2...
December 18, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Want to give monthly to #JAWS? A simple pledge of $5, $15, or $25 per month makes a huge difference. Sign up today to get started on your giving plan. Thank you for supporting women journalists! givebutter.com/supportjaws2...
#JAWS joined journalism organizations nationwide to urge regulators to protect local voices, newsroom diversity, and editorial independence as media-ownership rules are reconsidered: bit.ly/4j0XQNP
December 17, 2025 at 10:07 PM
#JAWS joined journalism organizations nationwide to urge regulators to protect local voices, newsroom diversity, and editorial independence as media-ownership rules are reconsidered: bit.ly/4j0XQNP
FREE #JAWS WEBINAR: Protecting Sensitive Sources - Join us Wednesday, Jan. 14 at noon ET for ways journalists can work with sources while minimizing harm from panelists with @eltimpano.bsky.social, @transjournalists.org and @thesignalsnetwork.bsky.social. Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
December 17, 2025 at 12:10 AM
FREE #JAWS WEBINAR: Protecting Sensitive Sources - Join us Wednesday, Jan. 14 at noon ET for ways journalists can work with sources while minimizing harm from panelists with @eltimpano.bsky.social, @transjournalists.org and @thesignalsnetwork.bsky.social. Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Order merch from past CAMP conferences as well as #JAWS and journalism-branded items in a variety of colors in time for the holidays! Items include t-shirts, pajamas, mugs, notebooks, bags and more. All proceeds benefit JAWS programming. Thank you for supporting us! the-jaws-store.printify.me
December 15, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Order merch from past CAMP conferences as well as #JAWS and journalism-branded items in a variety of colors in time for the holidays! Items include t-shirts, pajamas, mugs, notebooks, bags and more. All proceeds benefit JAWS programming. Thank you for supporting us! the-jaws-store.printify.me
A huge thank you goes out to our University of New Mexico student intern, Adelina Blea, for her work with JAWS over the past several months. Adelina was instrumental in CAMP planning and execution as well as multiple other #JAWS projects. We wish her the best in her future endeavors!
December 12, 2025 at 10:56 PM
A huge thank you goes out to our University of New Mexico student intern, Adelina Blea, for her work with JAWS over the past several months. Adelina was instrumental in CAMP planning and execution as well as multiple other #JAWS projects. We wish her the best in her future endeavors!
#JAWS is pleased to share that JAWS board member and reporter, anchor and producer at WGN AM 720 in Chicago, Sylvia Snowden, is the 2025 recipient of the Alicia “Lisa” Cobb Shepard Legacy Fund: www.jaws.org/news/jaws-bo...
JAWS Board Member Sylvia Snowden named recipient of Alicia “Lisa” Cobb Shepard Legacy Fund — JAWS
By Adelina Blea , University of New Mexico Journalism & Women Symposium (JAWS) is pleased to announce that current JAWS board member and reporter, anchor and producer at WGN AM 720 in Chi...
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December 12, 2025 at 12:52 AM
#JAWS is pleased to share that JAWS board member and reporter, anchor and producer at WGN AM 720 in Chicago, Sylvia Snowden, is the 2025 recipient of the Alicia “Lisa” Cobb Shepard Legacy Fund: www.jaws.org/news/jaws-bo...
Your gift to #JAWS will be matched! Our generous anonymous donor will double your contribution up to $5,000 for gifts made before Dec. 31. Donors like you help JAWS create a network of safety and support for women journalists like Olivia: givebutter.com/supportjaws2...
December 10, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Your gift to #JAWS will be matched! Our generous anonymous donor will double your contribution up to $5,000 for gifts made before Dec. 31. Donors like you help JAWS create a network of safety and support for women journalists like Olivia: givebutter.com/supportjaws2...
Looking for a gift for the journalist in your life? Check out the #JAWS store for journalism-themed merch and items from past CAMP conferences! Proceeds benefit JAWS programming: www.jaws.org/the-jaws-store
December 9, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Looking for a gift for the journalist in your life? Check out the #JAWS store for journalism-themed merch and items from past CAMP conferences! Proceeds benefit JAWS programming: www.jaws.org/the-jaws-store
Did you know? You can make an annual gift from your IRA (or SEP-IRA) directly to JAWS as a qualified nonprofit – without paying income taxes on that gift. Learn more: www.jaws.org/news/make-a-...
Make a Gift Tax-Free to JAWS from your Retirement Fund — JAWS
Here’s a Tax-Saving Way to Help the Journalism & Women Symposium If you are 70½ years old or older, here’s a simple, tax-saving way to support our beloved Journalism and & Women Symposium (J...
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December 9, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Did you know? You can make an annual gift from your IRA (or SEP-IRA) directly to JAWS as a qualified nonprofit – without paying income taxes on that gift. Learn more: www.jaws.org/news/make-a-...
Are you a #JAWS member with something to share about yourself or another member? Maybe it's a promotion, a new book, or just a piece of work that made you proud. Email us with your JAWS Applause updates at [email protected] so we can share the good news in our monthly newsletter!
December 4, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Are you a #JAWS member with something to share about yourself or another member? Maybe it's a promotion, a new book, or just a piece of work that made you proud. Email us with your JAWS Applause updates at [email protected] so we can share the good news in our monthly newsletter!
LAST CALL to apply for #JAWS Health Journalism Fellowship - Deadline is Friday, Dec. 5! Fellowship features a $4,000 stipend, mentorship, paid conference travel and more: www.jaws.org/news/call-fo...
December 3, 2025 at 7:03 PM
LAST CALL to apply for #JAWS Health Journalism Fellowship - Deadline is Friday, Dec. 5! Fellowship features a $4,000 stipend, mentorship, paid conference travel and more: www.jaws.org/news/call-fo...
For 40 years, JAWS has empowered women journalists, educators & students. We’re committed to defending media freedoms & supporting women journalists as that freedom is threatened. On #GivingTuesday, your generosity helps JAWS continue our work for women journalists: givebutter.com/supportjaws2...
December 2, 2025 at 6:02 PM
For 40 years, JAWS has empowered women journalists, educators & students. We’re committed to defending media freedoms & supporting women journalists as that freedom is threatened. On #GivingTuesday, your generosity helps JAWS continue our work for women journalists: givebutter.com/supportjaws2...
REMINDER: The #JAWS Membership Survey is live and can be accessed now through the end of the year: bit.ly/3Xk2fkL
November 26, 2025 at 7:09 PM
REMINDER: The #JAWS Membership Survey is live and can be accessed now through the end of the year: bit.ly/3Xk2fkL
As you prepare for the holiday season, don't forget that #GivingTuesday is Dec. 2! Nonprofits like #JAWS rely on the generosity of supporters like you. Please consider women in journalism as part of your giving plan this year: givebutter.com/supportjaws2...
November 25, 2025 at 10:21 PM
As you prepare for the holiday season, don't forget that #GivingTuesday is Dec. 2! Nonprofits like #JAWS rely on the generosity of supporters like you. Please consider women in journalism as part of your giving plan this year: givebutter.com/supportjaws2...
#JAWS is proud to offer a fellowship designed to empower early-career journalists and those new to the health beat who are eager to strengthen their health reporting skills. The fellowship includes a $4,000 stipend, mentorship and more. Apply before Dec. 5: www.jaws.org/apply-here
2026 Application & Overview — JAWS
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November 24, 2025 at 11:45 PM
#JAWS is proud to offer a fellowship designed to empower early-career journalists and those new to the health beat who are eager to strengthen their health reporting skills. The fellowship includes a $4,000 stipend, mentorship and more. Apply before Dec. 5: www.jaws.org/apply-here
JAWS Pres. Tanya Gazdik: "As president of an organization representing women journalists across the country, I am deeply offended & disheartened by Pres. Trump's repeated attacks on women journalists. JAWS stands in solidarity with the reporters who were demeaned & will offer support & allegiance."
SPJ strongly condemns President Donald Trump’s latest attacks on journalists, including his disparaging treatment of Mary Bruce during Monday’s Oval Office press availability, and his recent “Quiet, piggy” insult aimed at Catherine Lucey.
🔗Read the full statement: www.spj.org/spj-statemen...
🔗Read the full statement: www.spj.org/spj-statemen...
November 20, 2025 at 8:41 PM
JAWS Pres. Tanya Gazdik: "As president of an organization representing women journalists across the country, I am deeply offended & disheartened by Pres. Trump's repeated attacks on women journalists. JAWS stands in solidarity with the reporters who were demeaned & will offer support & allegiance."
#JAWS is proud to offer a fellowship designed to empower early-career journalists and those new to the health beat who are eager to strengthen their health reporting skills. Apply for the 2026 cohort by Dec. 5:
2026 Application & Overview — JAWS
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November 19, 2025 at 12:23 AM
#JAWS is proud to offer a fellowship designed to empower early-career journalists and those new to the health beat who are eager to strengthen their health reporting skills. Apply for the 2026 cohort by Dec. 5:
Last chance to register for our free #JAWS webinar Wed: Safety Tips for Journalists. From ICE raids to protests, journalists are at risk in public more than ever. Our panel will offer solid advice on how to stay safe and action to take if you find yourself in danger. www.jaws.org/news/jaws-we...
JAWS Webinar: Safety Tips for Journalists — JAWS
FREE WEBINAR NOVEMBER 19: Stay safe out there! From ICE raids to protests, journalists are at risk in public these days more than ever. So how should you prepare before a public event? Our panel...
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November 19, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Last chance to register for our free #JAWS webinar Wed: Safety Tips for Journalists. From ICE raids to protests, journalists are at risk in public more than ever. Our panel will offer solid advice on how to stay safe and action to take if you find yourself in danger. www.jaws.org/news/jaws-we...