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Airing live this October: learn to track climate rollbacks ([link removed]) and cover women impacted by incarceration ([link removed]) ; deadline ahead for new managers ([link removed]) ; master AI in media ([link removed]) with tools, ethics and strategy; last chance to work for impact ([link removed])

Climate policy changes hit households in your coverage area directly through utility costs, while nearly half of American women face the complex reality of encountering the criminal justice system.

Your readers feel the impact of federal policy shifts and mass incarceration. Deepen your understanding of these topics so you can cover them with the nuance they require.

Poynter’s upcoming webinars provide you the resources and frameworks you need. Tune in live to free sessions in October designed to enrich your reporting:

* Oct. 16: The Beat Academy ([link removed]) is back to teach journalists how to track federal climate policy rollbacks and their local impacts. You’ll get training on Atlas database tools and hear how to Clean Economy Tracker informed local coverage.

* Oct. 23: Incarcerated Women ([link removed]) delves into the physical, emotional and financial impact of incarceration on women and their families. Walk away from the first part of this webinar series with concrete story ideas to pursue related to the impact of the issue on women.

* Oct. 30: Women with Incarcerated Family Members ([link removed]) delivers topical trends from researchers, tips for ethical reporting and guidance on building trust with sources who have incarcerated loved ones.

Participants who watch both webinars part of the Women and Prison ([link removed]) initiative become eligible to apply for five reporting grants of $10,000 each, funded by Just Impact Advisors.
“It was surprising to me to learn that most of the women currently in jails have not been convicted of a crime, but are instead awaiting trial. More than half are mothers of children who are minors. That also has a ripple effect," said Fernanda Camarena, Poynter faculty and program lead.
"As journalists, it's important to understand the flaws in the system that have created this problem, and all of the ways it affects our society.”
UPCOMING DEADLINES
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Essential Skills for New Managers (Dec. 2025) ([link removed])
In-person workshop
Dec. 1 - 5, 2025
$1,550
Whether you’re a few years into your first management position or just starting your journey, this popular in-person workshop will help you build a strong foundation and give you the tools to help your teams excel and succeed.

Application deadline: Oct. 3.
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** Will Work For Impact: Fundamentals of Investigative Journalism (October 2025) ([link removed])
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Online workshop
Oct. 2 - 30, 2025
$499
Only a few spots left: This five-week, hands-on spring seminar is for reporters and editors with ambition to do investigative journalism that functions as an important part of democracy. Now in its 11th iteration, this seminar regularly sells out.
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CUSTOM RESOURCES
💡 Your organization's future starts with the right strategy. See how Poynter's Consulting & Coaching ([link removed]) gets you there.
Generative AI is transforming how we do work — but are your organization’s policies, ethics and audience communication strategies keeping up? Check out ➡️ Poynter AI Ethics Consulting ([link removed]) .
IN-PERSON PROGRAMS
📍 Boulder, CO Event: Poynter’s 50th Anniversary Exhibit ([link removed])
Sept. 23 - Oct. 9, 2025
Step into the evolving story of journalism — and where it’s headed next. Poynter’s "Moments of Truth: An Exploration of Journalism’s Past, Present, and Future" exhibit runs until October 9 at The University of Colorado Boulder. The program also features a trivia night at the Denver Press Club and a community conversation on the power and complexities of intergenerational stories at the Boulder Public Library.
🥳 Poynter’s 2025 Bowtie Ball ([link removed])
Nov. 15
$400
Celebrate Poynter’s 50th anniversary at the 2025 Bowtie Ball, honoring Jane Pauley alongside Dean Baquet and G.B. “Garry” Trudeau. This signature evening brings together civic leaders, journalists and supporters to champion a free press. Secure your spot now for an unforgettable night of recognition and community in Tampa.
ONLINE COURSES
📍 AI for Journalists and Content Creators: From Understanding to Application ([link removed])
Self-paced course
$99
Master AI in media — learn tools, ethics and strategy, and earn a Poynter certificate online. You’ll gain the skills to spot AI risks like bias, misinformation and hallucinations before they harm your work, and apply tools transparently and ethically to build audience trust.
📍 Poynter ACES: Discover Macros for Word ([link removed])
Self-paced course
$65 ($50 for ACES members)
Stop wasting hours on repetitive tasks — automate them instead. Learn to create custom Word shortcuts in Windows or macOS that reduce editing time without sacrificing accuracy and consistency.
📍 Poynter ACES Certificates in Editing ([link removed])
Self-paced certificate programs
Communicators at any stage of their professional development can benefit from one or all of our three editing certificate programs: Introductory, Intermediate and Advanced. There are no prerequisites for any of the certificates — learners can choose any or all of the learning paths to level up their editing skills.
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