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At Poynter, we’re focused on equipping journalists and leaders with the skills to drive impact in a fast-evolving industry.

That’s why we’re proud to offer two new programs designed to not only inform, but to empower you—whether you’re reporting on critical national issues or enhancing your leadership style.

Beat Academy: Immigration (2025) ([link removed]) (March 27) offers a comprehensive webinar and an exclusive, on-the-ground workshop in El Paso, Texas, providing journalists with expert insights and firsthand experience to cover the immigration beat during one of the most pivotal times in U.S. policy.
Meanwhile, our Poynter Leadership Academy ([link removed]) (June 2-6 in St. Petersburg, Florida) provides a transformative five-day experience for seasoned managers and leaders, equipping them with the skills, strategies and confidence to lead teams, set organizational direction and overcome evolving management challenges.
Keep reading to discover more about these programs as well as a request from us at Poynter to our valued alumni as part of our 50th anniversary.
FEATURED TRAINING
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** Beat Academy: Immigration (2025)
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Online webinar
March 27, 2025
1:00 – 2:15 PM Eastern
$15
This comprehensive immigration webinar provides practical insights from experienced reporters and policy experts on covering immigration policy under the Trump administration with accuracy and depth. Participants will also gain eligibility for an exclusive El Paso workshop and reporting grants of up to $7,500.
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The Poynter Leadership Academy

In-person training
June 2-6 2025, St.Petersburg, Florida
$1,350

This immersive, five-day program provides experienced managers and leaders with the tools and strategies to engage with their teams more effectively, communicate their strategic vision and steer their organizations toward success. Apply by March 24, 2025.
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Did your training with Poynter make a difference in your life?

Poynter is turning 50 this year! We've seen a lot of journalists walk our halls and explore our online courses. Now, we want to spotlight you.
As part of our effort to chronicle Poynter's impact over the last half-century, we're collecting stories from people who have felt the Poynter Magic up close. Has Poynter made a difference in your life and career?

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Poynter ACES Advanced Certificate in Editing

Self-directed course
Start anytime
$650 or $500 for ACES members.
Building on the skills in the introductory and intermediate certificates, the Poynter ACES Advanced Certificate in Editing is a seven-part certification program that engages participants in the most advanced facets of editing. Delve deeper into artificial intelligence, developmental editing, developing style guides and building trust and career resilience with this new program, designed for 2025.
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A NOTE FROM OUR SPONSOR
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** Enter SFJ’s 2025 Excellence-in-Features contest
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The Society for Features Journalism's 2025 Excellence-in-Features contest is open for submissions! First-place winners get $300. Early-bird deadline is Feb. 18; contest closes on March 5.
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ADDITIONAL TRAINING

Grant Writing for Journalists
Online, self-directed course
Learn the ins and outs of applying for grants to support your journalism, from developing a project or program to measuring its success. Cost: Free. Enroll anytime ([link removed]) .
Work-Life Chemistry
Six-week newsletter course
Kristen Hare, who teaches and covers local news for Poynter, has spent years preaching this popular reframe for work-life balance. In this course, she'll walk you through discovering your formula, building it for growth and using it to combat burnout.
Cost: $50. Enroll anytime ([link removed]) .
Immigration resources
Tip sheet and online self-directed course
Zita Arocha is a bilingual journalist, writer and educator who's offering her decades of expertise covering immigration to Poynter learners through her Immigration Matters ([link removed]) tip sheets and Understanding U.S. Immigration from the Border to the Heartland ([link removed]) , a free six-part, self-directed course.
Cost: Free.
Poynter ACES Certificates in Editing
Self-directed online courses
Our Introductory Certificate helps you achieve greater communications clarity; learn how to embrace accuracy and verification; gives you ways to perfect your grammar, word use and style; and imparts the skills you need to make you the kind of editor people are hungry to work with.
Cost: $150 or $99 for ACES members.
The Intermediate Certificate goes deeper into topics like grammar, working with writers, ethics, law and tech, offering a thorough grounding in the skills editors need to succeed in today's news, corporate and freelance environments.
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