Programs & Resources

Programs

Our free, all-expenses-paid programs help journalists understand the complex issues they cover. The programs are balanced and non-partisan, with on-the-record speakers including expert journalists, authorities and policymakers. Programs for international journalists are presented under the Journalist-to-Journalist banner, and offer enhanced opportunities in other countries to grapple with journalism practices and discuss issues. After each program, the audio and PowerPoint presentations, handouts, photos, videos or other resources are posted on our website. You’ll find them, along with applications for current programs, at the links below.

Upcoming Programs

Covering the 2012 Political Conventions
Date: Friday, June 1, 2012
Location: Webinar

NPF will team up with the Regional Reporters Association for a free webinar on Covering Political Conventions.  Anyone heading to Tampa in August or Charlotte in September will pick up valuable tips from our experts.

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Application Deadline: May 31, 2012
Retirement Issues 2012
Date: June 10-13, 2012
Location: Washington, DC

Company pension plans are on the decline and more than 60% of Americans say that not having enough money for retirement tops their list of financial concerns. The number of 401(k) plans is rising as fiscal responsibility shifts from employers to individuals, but many are unprepared for the hurdles of retirement planning and money management. Meanwhile, some in Congress are looking for savings in Social Security and Medicare.

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2012-2013 Paul Miller Washington Reporting Fellowship
Date: September 2012- June 2013
Location: Washington, D.C.

Apply now for the National Press Foundation’s signature Washington education program for DC-based journalists. Through nine, daylong seminars – once a month, from September through June—this fellowship program provides a primer on Washington agencies, institutions and organizations, while delivering fresh sources, story ideas and unparalleled opportunities to get to know and learn from other journalists. On-the-record access to officials, experts and seasoned journalists, along with site visits and innovative online tools training, enhance and add insight to the topics journalists cover.

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Application Deadline: June 11, 2012

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Washington Beat Book

The Beat Book provides quick access to sources and information on more than 50 government agencies and topics, for anyone who needs it. View a full listing of agencies or search by keyword.

Journalist-to-Journalist

Programs for international journalists. Free, all-expenses paid. Rewarding discussions with world-renowned experts on scientific, health and other subjects. Practical journalism training. Mentors. Social media follow up.

What Journalists are Saying

I was looking forward to this with great expectations and all of my expectations were surpassed! Both personally and professionally I got so much from this experience. I felt so blessed to be among people with such great minds and hearts!

Dina Bair, 2009 Cancer Issues Fellow
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