Upcoming Events

Women in Journalism runs a year-round programme of events, including skills workshops, talks, panel discussions and social events. Our events bring journalists together to learn, share experience and connect with others working across the industry.

Some events are open to all while others are reserved just for members. Members also benefit from discounted ticket prices. Places are limited and events often sell out so early booking is recommended.

Find fresh story leads and new contacts with Synapse

Tues 22 Sept, 12.30pm (BST)

If you find yourself in a bit of a story and contacts rut, or need instant case studies and comment for a story you're working on, a new free journalist platform may have the answer.

How to become a confident leader

Wed 23 Sept, 12.30-1.30pm (BST)

Do you struggle with overthinking and feeling tense? We're hosting a 60-minute interactive masterclass for professionals to help you feel more confident, stay calm in stressful situations and gain clarity.

How to prepare for a job interview

Tues 29 Sept, 12.30pm

Landing an interview is a huge achievement, but knowing how to prepare can make all the difference. Join recruitment specialist Dan Sado for a practical session packed with insider advice.

Smartphone filming for journalists: Tell stronger stories with the kit you already have

Tue 6 October, 12.30 - 1.30pm (BST)

Women in Journalism is offering a practical new lunchtime session with former BBC journalists and video producers Samantha Smith and Chris Quevatre.

AI for Journalists Course Week 1: Understand AI

Wed 7 Oct, 12.30pm - 1.30pm (BST)

This practical introduction will help you build confidence and understand how AI can support your reporting without replacing your editorial judgement.

AI for Journalists Course Week 2: Find Better Stories

Wed 14 Oct, 12.30pm - 1.30pm (BST)

AI can help you generate stronger story ideas, uncover fresh angles and spot opportunities you might otherwise miss. Learn how to use it as a reporting partner to produce more original journalism.

AI for Journalists Course Week 3: Research Faster

Wed 21 Oct, 12.30pm - 1.30pm (BST)

Helena Bengtsson will show you how to use NotebookLM and Pinpoint to organise information, uncover key facts and support you when working on stories with lots of documents or data.

Mentoring Scheme Q&A

Tues 27 Oct, 7pm (BST)

Thinking of applying to the Women in Journalism mentoring scheme? Whether you're wondering if the scheme is right for you, want to know how the application process works or are looking for tips on submitting a strong application, this is the perfect opportunity to ask your questions.

AI for Journalists Course Week 4: Verify Information

Wed 28 Oct, 12.30pm - 1.30pm GMT

BBC Verify Assistant Editor Olga Robinson will show you how AI is transforming the way journalists investigate and verify images, videos and online content, helping you determine what is real and what has been manipulated.

AI for Journalists Course Week 5: Change the Way You Work

Wed 4 Nov, 12.30pm - 1.30pm (GMT)

In this session, former Googler Sal Mohammed will show you how to connect AI with services like Google Drive, Gmail and Monday.com to streamline your reporting workflow.

AI for Journalists Course Week 6: Reach Bigger Audiences

Wed 11 Nov, 12.30pm - 1.30pm (GMT)

Tristan Werkmeister from Reuters will show you how to use AI to adapt stories across platforms, write hooks that stop the scroll, and speed up your social publishing workflow without cutting corners editorially.

AI for Journalists Week 7: Write Once Publish Everywhere

Wed 18 Nov, 12.30pm - 1.30pm (GMT)

One story can become many. Miriam Phillis you will learn how AI can help you adapt your journalism for different platforms and audiences without compromising quality or accuracy.

AI for Journalists Week 8: Automate Repetitive Work

Wed 25 Nov, 12.30pm - 1.30pm (GMT)

Jenny Romano will explain how AI agents work - including the difference between true agents and agentic systems - and show you practical automations that can save journalists hours every week.

AI for Journalists Course: Week 9: Use AI Responsibly

Wed 2 Dec, 12.30pm - 1.30pm (GMT)

Tech journalist Nicole Kobie will share practical guidance on using AI safely, ethically and transparently, helping you make informed decisions in your reporting.

AI for Journalists Week 10: What’s Next?

Wed 9 Dec, 12.30pm - 1.30pm (GMT)

AI is changing journalism at an extraordinary pace. In our final session, hear from leading journalists about how AI is reshaping reporting, the skills newsrooms are looking for and what they think every journalist should be learning next.

AI for Journalists Course: Ten Session Bundle

7 Oct - 9 Dec, 12.30pm - 1.30pm

This ten-part course is taught entirely by working journalists. Whether you've been meaning to get started with AI and aren't sure where to begin, or you've been using it for a while but feel like you're only scratching the surface, this course is for you.