7 Free Webinars this Week about AI, Journalism & Media
/Mon, June 30 - (Mis)use of Data Protection Laws to Suppress Public-Interest Journalism
What: Gain critical insights from legal experts and investigative journalists who have experienced these tactics first-hand. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of: How international data protection frameworks interact with press freedom The growing use of privacy laws in strategic legal attacks on journalists Journalistic exemptions and legal safeguards — and where they fall short What journalists and legal professionals can do to push back.
Who: Melinda Rucz – PhD Researcher, University of Amsterdam; Beatrix Vissy, PhD – Strategic Litigation Lead, Hungarian Civil Liberties Union; Bojana Jovanović – Deputy Editor, KRIK, Serbia; Hazal Ocak – Feelance Investigative Journalist, Türkiye; Grace Linczer – Membership and Engagement Manager, IPI.
When: 8 am, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsors: Media Defence, International Press Institute
Mon, June 30 - AI in Scientific Writing
What: This talk explores the evolving role of Generative AI in academic writing and publishing. Attendees will gain an understanding of how AI tools can enhance writing efficiency, improve clarity, and streamline the publication process. We will examine the benefits and limitations of using AI in scholarly communication, along with key ethical considerations and responsible use practices. The session will also cover current editorial policies, publishers’ perspectives on AI generated content, and the growing concern over paper mills. Strategies and mitigations to uphold research integrity in response to these challenges will be discussed.
Who: Maybelline Yeo, Trainer and Editorial Development Advisor, Researcher Training Solutions, Springer Nature.
When: 9:30 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Springer Nature
Tue, July 1 - Learn the Basics of Solutions Journalism
What: This one-hour webinar will explore the principles and pillars of solutions journalism. We will discuss its importance, outline key steps for reporting a solutions story, and share tips and resources for journalists investigating responses to social problems. We will also introduce additional resources, such as the Solutions Story Tracker, a database with over 17,000 stories tagged by beat, publication, author, location and more, along with a virtual heat map highlighting successful efforts worldwide.
Who: Jaisal Noor, SJN's democracy cohort manager, and Ebunoluwa Olafusi of TheCable.
When: 9 am, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Solutions Journalism Network
Tue, July 1 - AI-Powered Visual Storytelling for Nonprofits
What: In this hands-on workshop, participants will create impactful visuals, infographics, and videos tailored to their mission and campaigns. Attendees will also explore Tapp Network’s AI services to understand how these tools can elevate their content strategies..
Who: Tareq Monuar Web Developer; Lisa Quigley Tapp Network Director of Account Strategy.
When: 1 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Tech Soup
Tue, July 1 - Journalist Development Series
What: A once-monthly webinar as an opportunity for general professional development for members and the mentorship program community.
Who: Chris Marvin, a combat-wounded Army veteran and nationally recognized narrative strategist who helps shape powerful, purpose-driven storytelling at the intersection of media, public service, and social change.
When: 6 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free for members
Sponsors: Military Veterans in Journalism, News Corp
Wed, July 2 - Business Decisions with AI: Causality, Incentives & Data
What: How complex settings in tech companies create additional complications to measure and evaluate business decisions. Drawing on cutting-edge research on the intersection of AI and causal inference, Belloni will demystify how to properly measure the efficacy of these decisions and show how AI can help shape better implementation for a variety of applications.
Who: Alexandre Belloni, the Westgate Distinguished Professor of Decision Sciences and Statistical Science at Duke University and an Amazon Scholar WW FBA.
When: 12:30, Eastern
Where: Linkedin Live
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business
Wed, July 3 - Reel Change: Nonprofit Video Storytelling for Social Impact
What: Learn to create impactful video stories that amplify your nonprofit’s mission, engage donors, and inspire action. This training provides actionable strategies to craft emotional, audience-driven narratives, empowering you to deepen connections and drive meaningful support for your organization.
Who: Matthew Reynolds, founder of Rustic Roots, a video production agency; Dani Cluff is the Channel Marketing Coordinator at Bloomerang.
When: 2 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Bloomerang