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23.01.2022 Thinking about a career in science journalism? There are many courses available for undergrad and postgrad students, which we've begun compiling on our website. Plus one of the best ways to learn about the industry is... to hear from those already working in it! Join SJAA to get access to our groups and to meet those in the industry at our networking events. https://sjaa.org.au/courses/australia/

22.01.2022 We've got our first event on tomorrow! It's an online masterclass in Freedom of Information (FOI) requesting. It's members-only, so make sure to get your SJAA membership (via https://sjaa.org.au/become-a-member/) and we'll send you information and a link to join the webinar. ----------------------------------------- What really goes on behind the closed doors of politicians' offices or in the locked filing cabinets of government departments? Many spectacular and impactful wor...ks of journalism have been built around these gleaming pearls of information, and Freedom of Information (FOI) laws are the oyster knife that journalists can use to prise them out. Join Michael Slezak, ABC national science, technology and environment reporter, and Lyn Kemmis, senior lawyer at SBS, as they talk about their considerable experience with FOI, how FOI requests can be made, what they can uncover, what are the challenges and limitations, and how FOI laws and regulations work. The one-hour webinar will be held on Wednesday 26 February, moderated by SJAA president Bianca Nogrady, and there will be up to half an hour for questions at the end. This free event is for SJAA members only.

20.01.2022 We are thrilled to announce that SJAA is now accepting membership applications! Join a community of science journalists in Australia | Learn about awards, fellowships, scholarships and job opportunities | Professional development, networking, and events https://sjaa.org.au/become-a-member/

20.01.2022 Fancy a move across the ditch? Applications close December 9 https://www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz//join-our-team-at-th/

15.01.2022 Interesting reading about science reporter gender diversity in Australia, and diversity among sources used in articles too - https://theconversation.com/gender-diversity-in-science-med

14.01.2022 A great opportunity for newer science journalists - The Scientist has four-month paid *remote* internships, with three intake rounds each year: https://the-scientist.com/freelance#1

14.01.2022 If you work in science journalism, you've probably landed on this page at some point. The Knight Science Journalism team are occasionally updating the resources and info here though. So, whether you're a new or veteran reporter, it's worth checking in! https://ksj.mit.edu/resources/

13.01.2022 Entries closing next week (Jan 15) - Awards for Excellence in Health Care Journalism. Categories include investigative, consumer, health policy, public health and student reporting. https://healthjournalism.org/awards-jump.php

10.01.2022 We've put together a suite of resources on our website for new and veteran reporters. Whether you're looking for fellowships, job opportunities, or courses make sure to bookmark our page. And if you're a member, keep an eye out for more in our Facebook group! https://sjaa.org.au/resources/about-science-journalism/

09.01.2022 A few pages to bookmark.... This great resource connecting journalists (and others) with vetted women experts in STEMM - https://500womenscientists.org/request-a-scientist Plus in Australia, the new STEM Women initiative - https://www.science.org.au//new-database-boost-visibility-

06.01.2022 Universities Australia Higher Education Media Awards are closing Jan 29th. If you've reported on university research or the higher education sector in Australia, make sure to throw your hat it the ring. https://www.npc.org.au/award/higher-education-media-awards/

05.01.2022 This year SJAA will be running its first events, coordinating our first mentoring sessions, and asking YOU to help us shape an organisation that can best support science journalists in Australia. If you'd like to join, more here: https://sjaa.org.au/become-a-member/

01.01.2022 SJAA has three different types of membership: full, associate, and student. If you'd like to read more about what these offer, and which you might qualify for, there's more info here: https://sjaa.org.au/become-a-member/