Women in Journalism

Women in Journalism is committed to supporting women journalists across the UK. Any public comments made come from the committee as a whole and are not attributable to individual members.

✨️ Entries to the 2026 #RoryPeckAwards are now open! rorypecktrust.org/awards Freelance journalists are invited to enter their best work this past year for the following categories. 🏆 mib Howden Freelance Journalist of the Year sponsored by Media Insurance Brokers. Nominations for an outstanding freelance journalist or team working in any media format. 🏆 Sony Impact Award for Current Affairs sponsored by Sony Europe B.V. Long form current affairs video up to 90 minutes, that examines a single issue, story or situation and has an impact on the viewer, policy or public awareness. 🏆 Martin Adler Prize supported by the Swedish Embassy in London Judged by the trustees of the Rory Peck Trust is for a local journalist or field producer. 🏆 News & Features Award Recognises the work of freelance journalists in video news of up to 30 minutes in length, including agency reels. 🏆 NEW - Photojournalism Award This new Award honors eye witness journalism and excellence in photojournalism. Full category details and entry requirements available at our website. The Awards ceremony will take place on November 25th at the BFI London. #freelance #journalismmatters

There's still time to sign up for our masterclass on how to launch your own newsletter this week ⬇️ Secure your spot now: womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/how-to-l…

Thinking of launching your own newsletter and don't know where to start? We've got you covered! 🗞️ We're hosting a workshop led by Rosie Taylor, Health & Consumer Affairs journalist who successfully launched her own Substack newsletter in 2025 🎟️ Book: womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/how-to-l…

Our freelance masterclasses with @DonnaLFerguson are always a hit 🚀 The next session focuses on How to pitch features and profiles to The New Statesman with online editor @emilylawford 🗓️ Tuesday 28 April, 12:30pm 🎟️ Book: womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/how-to-p…

Last chance to grab your tickets for our final CV Clinic Session happening at 12.30pm today ⬇️ womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/cv-clini…

Want your CV to stand out? 📢 Our final CV Clinic Series session with ITN recruiter Daniel Sado is designed for journalists at ALL stages of their careers 🗓️ Tues 21 April, 12.30pm 📍Zoom Don't miss out, book your ticket now: womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/cv-clini…

📢 Last chance to sign up to our AI Course which starts TODAY! 🔸 Five sessions with leading experts to cover: Documents, Data, Social Media, AI Agents and Inspiration 🔸 Recordings for each session so you can watch back on your own time 🔸 Q&A Book: womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/advanced…

Last chance to sign up to our vibe coding session with former Google employee Sal Mohammed ⬇️ It takes place today from 7-8pm online via Zoom and ticket holders will receive a recording afterwards too. Book your spot now: womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/vibe-cod…

Our members loved the first CV Clinic session and there's still time to book the next one ⬇️ This session is for journalists with several years’ experience looking to secure senior newsroom roles 🗓️ Tuesday 14 April, 12:30pm Book: womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/cv-clini…

We’ve got some tickets for our members for the next @ObserverUK Book Club this week. 📨 Reply to us or send us a DM if you want a spot

Last chance to sign up... @DonnaLFerguson next masterclass on How to pitch features to The Sunday Times Magazine with senior commissioning editor Liz Edwards takes place tomorrow at 12.30pm Book your place now: womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/how-to-p…

Are you struggling to navigate the world of Al? We're here to help 🤝 We've launched a five-part Al Course starting on April 15 with leading experts from BBC, Reuters and The Economist You can buy the sessions individually or as a bundle: womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/advanced…

Jenni Murray was a true pioneer of broadcasting and a voice that shaped generations. She hosted @BBCWomansHour for more than 30 years and forged a path that made room for so many of us to follow. Our thoughts are with her family and friends ❤️

Our last masterclass with @DonnaLFerguson had 250+ sign ups 🚀 There's still time to sign up to the next one on 'How to pitch to The Sunday Times Magazine' with senior commissioning editor Liz Edwards 🗓️ Wed 25 March, 12.30pm 🎟️ Book: womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/how-to-p…

Progressing in journalism can be just as hard as breaking in... That's why we're hosting a CV Clinic Series with ITN recruiter, Dan Sado, focussing on how you can land a senior newsroom role ✒️ 🗓️ Tue 14 April, 12.30pm 📍 Online 🎟️ Book: womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/cv-clini…

Last week we held our #InternationalWomensDay event with WiJ chair and ITN CEO, Rachel Corp, and Editor-in-Chief of The Guardian, Katharine Viner The response was incredible We have big plans in 2026. Keep up to date with everything via our newsletter: mailchi.mp/womeninjournal…

Want to pitch a feature to The Sunday Times Magazine? Join our masterclass with award-winning freelance journalist @DonnaLFerguson and senior commissioning editor, Liz Edwards 🗓️ Wed 25 March, 12.30pm 📍 Online via Zoom 🎟️ Secure your spot now: womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/how-to-p…

This #InternationalWomensDay, we’re celebrating the incredible community that makes Women in Journalism what it is We're proud to support, connect and champion women across the industry Watch this space because we have big plans for 2026... ✨

Getting your first journalism job is hard… But don’t let your CV be the reason you’re turned down Join our CV Clinic with ITN recruiter Dan Sado tomorrow at 12.30pm on how to present your experience to help you get the job you want Book: womeninjournalism.co.uk/event/cv-clini…

Calling women journalists! Entries for the #ShireenAbuAkleh Prize close on Sun 1 Mar. Organised by @IFJGlobal and the UPF - the 5K euro award recognises the courage and commitment of women journos around the world. Enter now: ifj.org/fileadmin/Prix…