The Minnesota chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists represents, protects and works for journalists.
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MNSPJ is partnering with the Minnesota Journalism Center and the Committee to Protect Journalists to provide training focused on digital security and safety online, particularly after the most recent wave of intense breaking news events Minnesota journalists have covered.
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The first training will give journalists practical guidance on protecting their personal online data, securing their online accounts and preparing themselves and their newsrooms for an online attack.
This Thursday, May 14 at 10 a.m. Sign up here: hsjmc.umn.edu/events/2026-05…
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Protecting your sources: The second session will teach practical steps for how to receive and store information — and how best to protect content on devices.
Next Thursday, May 21 at 10 a.m. Sign up here: hsjmc.umn.edu/events/2026-05…
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COLLEGE JOURNALISTS: Don't forget to apply for MNSPJ's $2,000 scholarship. The deadline is May 15. mnspj.org/2026/02/19/mnspj-o…
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Calling all journalists for a chill evening at Moona Moono — OFF THE RECORD. Come blow off some steam with board games, crafts, and good company from 5-8 p.m. next Tuesday, April 28.
Show your press pass for $1 off drinks a free pastry.
ALT Moona Moono presents Off The Record: Casual Meet Up for Journalists on Tuesday, April 28 from 5-8 p.m. in partnership with MNSPJ and Minnesota Journalism Center
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Join us TOMORROW in Mankato to learn more about First Amendment rights and the public's right to access government information. (Also: Free pizza!)
Learn more and register here: eventbrite.com/e/the-publics…
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MANKATO: Join MNSPJ for a vibrant panel discussion on April 16 about the Data Practices Act and how the First Amendment protects freedom of speech, assembly and the press.
The event is free and open to the public. RSVP here: eventbrite.com/e/the-publics…
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Calling all Minnesota college journalists: MNSPJ will award one $2,000 scholarship to a student pursuing a career in broadcast, print, online or visual journalism. Find out more and apply here: mnspj.org/2026/02/19/mnspj-o…
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ENTRIES CLOSING SOON! Don't forget to submit your entries for the 2026 Page One Awards and A-Mark Prize for Investigative Journalism before 10 p.m. this Friday, March 6. mnspj.org/category/awards/
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The deadline to submit entries for the 2026 Page One Awards and the A-Mark Prize for Investigative Journalism in Minnesota has been extended to Friday, March 6.
Read more about the rules for both contests on the MNSPJ’s website: mnspj.org/category/awards/
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MN SPJ retweeted
Statement from the Minnesota journalism community on the recent arrests of journalists Don Lemon and Georgia Fort:
ALT The Minnesota Star Tribune, Minnesota Public Radio, the Minnesota Reformer, Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, Sahan Journal, Center for Broadcast Journalism and Minnesota Newspaper Association today released the following statement: “We strongly condemn the arrest of journalists Georgia Fort and Don Lemon, as well as any attempt to intimidate members of the press. The First Amendment recognizes the press as holding a distinct and protected role in our democracy. In America, we do not arrest journalists for doing their jobs. The Minnesota journalism community stands united in defense of press freedom and the essential role reporting plays in holding power to account.”
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MN SPJ retweeted
SPJ strongly condemns today’s arrest of journalists Don Lemon and @ByGeorgiaFort in connection with their reporting on a Jan. 18 demonstration at a church in St. Paul, Minnesota.
🔗 Read the full statement: bit.ly/4rrqYAQ
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The Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists strongly condemns the wrongful arrests of journalists Georgia Fort and Don Lemon for reporting on a church protest in St. Paul.
Read our full statement here: mnspj.org/2026/01/30/mnspj-c…
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Thanks for a great time at our Winter Mixer last night! We’re happy to announce that we have opened an MNSPJ scholarship fund. Help us grow the funds to support additional student journalists: donate.stripe.com/28EeV6d03b…
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TONIGHT: Mingle with fellow journalists, order a pizza from OG Zaza, and enjoy a free drink at MNSPJ's Winter Mixer. We'll be at Lake Monster Brewing in St. Paul from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Learn more and RSVP here: eventbrite.com/e/2026-mnspj-…
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The 2026 A-Mark Prize for Investigative Journalism in Minnesota is back after a successful inaugural year, with $15,000 in prize money for journalists and their newsrooms. Submit your entries by February 20. mnspj.org/2026/01/11/mnspj-s…
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The 2026 Page One Awards contest is accepting entries! This year, we’ve added more than a dozen brand new categories. MNSPJ will also honor a Student Journalist of the Year. The deadline to enter is Friday, February 20. Learn more and submit your entries: mnspj.org/2026/01/11/2026-pa…
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What are the best practices for staying safe while on assignment? The International Women's Media Foundation and the Minnesota Journalism Center are offering virtual training from 10-11:30 a.m. this Friday. Register here: umn.zoom.us/meeting/register…
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The Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists strongly condemns attacks on journalists by law enforcement on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025, during a federal operation in St. Paul.
Read our full statement: mnspj.org/2025/11/26/mnspj-c…
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