Media & Journalism

AEJMC is a nonprofit, educational association of journalism and mass communication educators, students and media professionals. Explore their publications and resources.

ASJMC is a non-profit, educational association composed of some 190 JMC programs at the college level. Explore their Meetings/Activities, Resources, and other webpages for ideas.

IAMCR is the worldwide professional organisation in the field of media and communication research. Its members promote global inclusiveness and excellence within the best traditions of critical research in the field.

AWC is a professional organization that champions the advancement of women across all communications disciplines by recognizing excellence, promoting leadership and positioning its members at the forefront of the evolving communications era.

The Alliance focuses on the key challenges and opportunities of today’s news environment: Freedom of the press, public policy and legal matters, advertising growth, new revenue streams and audience development across all platforms. The News Media Alliance is dedicated to working with our members, as well as other partner organizations, to advance the industry through advocacy, critical research and resources and events that connect and inspire.

The Poynter Institute is a school for journalists, future journalists, and journalism teachers. The site offers resources and educational opportunities for reporters, broadcasters, and photojournalists.

The Society of Professional Journalists is the nation’s most broad-based journalism organization, dedicated to encouraging the free practice of journalism and stimulating high standards of ethical behavior.

"The Hispanic Public Relations Association is a national membership organization representing forward-thinking PR practitioners with interest and/or expertise in the Hispanic market."

The Institute for Public Relations is “focused on the science beneath the art of public relations.” The organization’s website provides links to research and education for practitioners, researchers, and educators.

The National Black Public Relations Society (NBPRS) serves as an advocate for black professionals in public relations, media relations, corporate communications, investor relations, government affairs, community relations, and related fields.

"The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) is the nation’s leading professional organization serving the communications community. With more than 30,000 professional and student members, PRSA is collectively represented across the U.S. by 110 Chapters and 14 Professional Interest Sections, and on nearly 375 college and university campuses through its student organization, the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA). "

The Alliance for Women in Media was formed in 1951, originally as American Women in Radio and Television, the women’s division of the National Association of Broadcasters. Their mission is to connect, recognize, and inspire women across the media industry.

The Broadcast Education Association (BEA) is the premier international academic media organization, driving insights, excellence in media production, and career advancement for educators, students, and professionals.

"The National Association of Broadcasters is the voice for the nation's radio and television broadcasters. As the premier trade association for broadcasters, NAB advances the interests of our members in federal government, industry and public affairs; improves the quality and profitability of broadcasting; encourages content and technology innovation; and spotlights the important and unique ways stations serve their communities."

The UFVA exists to further and develop the potentialities of the motion picture and television media for purposes of instruction and communication throughout the world; and to encourage film and video production at the various educational institutions.

Government Social Media is the first professional association for public sector social media professionals in the United States, founded by Government Social Media LLC in 2015! GSM membership is guided by our Membership Guidebook, which clarifies the purpose, structure and operations of the association.

The International Association of Social Media Professionals (IASMP) is an organisational trade body for social media professionals from around the world. The association is for experts in their field – those being paid for their social media training and expertise. It was set up to address the lack of a standardised membership body for specialists working within the social media industry, with a view to becoming the “go-to” online web portal for standards, industry etiquette, latest industry news, training resources, CPD standards and other valuable content.

Social Media Club’s primary mission is to expand digital media literacy, promote standard technologies, encourage ethical behavior and share best practices. We bring together journalists, publishers, communications professionals, artists, amateur media creators, citizen journalists, teachers, students, tool makers, and other interested collaborators.

The Social Media Research Association was created in 2017 to build a community of marketing professionals at every level, market researchers who want to be recognized in this area of expertise, students who are working on a degree in social media, pr/communication firms and more.

Social Media Week is a worldwide event exploring the social, cultural and economic impact of social media. Their mission is to help people and organizations connect through collaboration, learning and the sharing of ideas and information.