18 Webinars this week about AI, Journalism & Media
/Mon, Jan 19 - Roles & Responsibilities of an Effective Researcher
What: This session is designed to guide you through the critical steps of conducting impactful research, from selecting a research area to framing clear objectives.
Who: Raffaella Gozzelino, Group Leader at NOVA Medical School of Lisbon; Vasundara BN Project Manager, Cactus Communications.
When: 12:30 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Editage
Tue, Jan 20 - How to Reinforce Training with AI & Coaching
What: This session will teach participants how to extend the learning curve through structured, personalized coaching. Using real-world examples and research on behavior retention, we’ll explore how coaching transforms information into daily application and results.
Who: Tim Hagen President & Chief Coaching Officer, Progress Coaching.
When: 12 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Training Magazine Network
Tue, Jan 20 - AI Impact Hour for Nonprofits
What: This is a meeting with nonprofits from around the world coming together to learn, share, and explore how AI can support their missions.
Who: Aretha Simons TechSoup.
When: 1 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: TechSoup
Wed, Jan 21 - Insights from Gartner’s 2026 Marketing Predictions: Take Control of Marketing’s AI Future
What: Gartner’s 2026 Marketing Predictions webinar will explore how AI and generative AI are erasing traditional marketing altogether, from campaign execution to organizational structures. It will offer practical guidance on navigating these changes while maintaining brand trust and effectiveness. Attendees will learn how to protect brand authenticity and manage AI-driven engagement across channels like search and social media. You’ll also learn how to implement transparent AI policies and maintain data governance as part of evolving marketing strategies.
Who: Leah Leachman, Sr Director Analyst; Nicole Greene, VP Analyst; Claudia Ratterman, Director Analyst; Kate Muhl VP Analyst; Suzanne Schwartz, Sr Director Analyst.
When: 11 am, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Gartner
Wed, Jan 21 - Forrester: Predictions 2026 — B2C, CX & Digital Leaders
What: Forrester will share their predictions for 2026, focusing on how B2C marketing, customer experience, and digital leaders can navigate industry shifts. Attendees will gain insights into how trust, transparency, and measurable impact will define success in the coming years.
Who: Martin Gill VP, Research Director; Rick Parrish VP, Research Director; Mike Proulx VP, Research Director; Fiona Swerdlow VP, Research Director; Doug Washburn Vice President, Product Management.
When: 11 am, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Forrester
Wed, Jan 21 - Disability Narrative Webinar Series
What: Our Disability Narrative Webinar Series initiative is designed to empower journalists, storytellers, and advocates with the tools to create accurate, inclusive and impactful narratives about disability.
Who: Ariel Simms, President and CEO Disability Belongs.
When: 3 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Military Veterans in Journalism
Wed, Jan 21 - LinkedIn for Journalists
What: This session will help journalists use LinkedIn to find and verify sources, build a trusted profile, grow audience, use tools like Newsletters, Live and video, set up safety and privacy controls, and measure results with analytics.
When: 7:30 am
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free for members (yearly membership £45 & £30)
Sponsor: Women in Journalism
Wed, Jan 21 – Email that actually works in 2026
What: Industry experts will break down what’s actually working in email marketing today. No theory. No hype. Just practical strategies being used right now to build trust, grow audiences, and generate measurable results. You’ll hear how newsletters and one-to-one email programs are evolving beyond “blasts” into high-value products — and how lean teams are pulling this off without adding complexity.
Who: Travis Horton, Founder, BrandAvalanche; Marianne Maniero ,Vice Presiden, Letterhead.
When: 12 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: E&P
Wed, Jan 21 – Building audience with local climate-health stories
What: In this webinar, we’ll explore strategies, tools and reporting pathways that can help you find compelling, community-driven stories at the intersection of climate change and public health.
Who: Katie Burke, AHCJ Environmental Health Beat Leader.
When: 1 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Assoc of Health Care Journalism
Wed, Jan 21 - Trump and Higher Ed: The Latest
Who: Sarah Brown, The Chronicle’s news editor; Rick Seltzer, author of the subscriber-only Daily Briefing newsletter.
When: 1 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Chronicle of Higher Ed
Thu, Jan 22 - Before You Click Submit: Final Checks for a Journal-Ready Manuscript
What: This webinar is designed to help researchers avoid common pre-submission mistakes that often lead to desk rejection or unnecessary review delays. This practical, step-by-step session will walk you through the essential pre-submission checks every researcher should complete before submitting to a journal.
Who: Bonnie Dixon Academic Editor.
When: 8 am, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Editage
Thu, Jan 22 - The State of PR in 2026: What's Changing and What Comes Next
What: A discussion of key findings from the Inside PR 2026 Report. We’ll share how comms teams are navigating today’s pressures, and discuss what’s actually working as teams adapt, prioritize, and prepare for what’s next.
Who: Simon Reynolds Simon is the Senior Content Marketing Manager at Cision; Christian Potts, who leads global brand-level public relations at UiPath; Nicole Metro who leads the Emerging Technology practice at V2 Communications; Maria Bersteneva is Senior Director of Product Marketing at Cision and Brandwatch.
When: 11 am, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Cision
Thu, Jan 22 - Email Marketing
What: This session shows you how to use email marketing to stay connected with customers and drive action. You’ll learn: What makes an email effective; How often to send emails; Simple tips to improve open and click rates.
When: 11:30 am, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Small Business Development Center, Gannon Univeristy
Thu, Jan 22 - AI, Intellectual Property and the Emerging Legal Landscape
What: To help journalists better understand and report on the developing legal issues of AI and IP, join the National Press Foundation and a panel of experts for a wide-ranging discussion around the stakes, impact and potential solutions.
Who: Wayne Brough Resident Senior Fellow, Technology and Innovation Team, R Street Terry Hart General Counsel, Association of American Publishers Justin Hughes Honorable William Matthew Byrne Distinguished Professor of Law, Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University Deepa Seetharaman Tech Correspondent, Reuters
When: 12 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsors: National Press Foundation, Copyright Alliance & Next Solutions Group
Thu, Jan 22 - Professional Communication in the Digital Workspace
What: This practical, scenario-based webinar will equip professionals with the knowledge and tools to manage electronically stored informatio responsibly and reduce risk exposure.
Who: Diane P. Mika, Senior Vice President, Risk Management Officer, Berkley Alliance Managers; Joseph Shields, P.E Assistant Vice President, Director of Construction Professional Risk Management, Berkley Construction Professional.
When: 1 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Berkley Design Professional
Thu, Jan 22 - Legal Rights and Risks for Journalists Covering Immigration Enforcement Organization: Online News Association
What: This will give journalists concrete, legally grounded strategies for gathering the news — especially when interacting with law enforcement. Based on RCFP’s trainings, the workshop will help journalists plan ahead, make informed decisions in real time, and protect themselves legally in unpredictable environments.
Who: Jen Nelson, Director of Pre-Publication Review & Journalist Support at RCFP.
When: 2 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Online News Association & the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press
Fri, Jan 23 - How to Pitch High-Profile, National Media Organization: Institute for Independent Journalists
What: Dream big about your next story pitch, and join us for this free webinar featuring section editors for top outlets. These editors are looking for impactful stories and sharp reporting from all over the country, and this is your chance to learn how to wow them. Get inside information about rates and contract terms, and make a connection.
Who: Genevieve Smith, features editor for The Cut/New York Magazine; Kytja Weir, national editor for KFF Health News; Maddie Oatman, senior editor for Mother Jones.
When: 12 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Institute for Independent Journalists
Fri, Jan 23 - Navigating Journalism - The Power of Information
What: A discussion of the Freedom of Information Act, journalists’ legal rights, and why public access to information is essential to strong communities. The session brings together legal, newsroom, academic, and community perspectives with practical insights journalists can use immediately.
Who: Kris Cundiff, Staff Attorney, Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press (Indiana); Elissa Yancey, Executive/Creative Director — A Picture's Worth; Chip Mahaney Media Executive-in-Residence, Southern Methodist University.
When: 12 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: NATAS Central Great Lakes and Ohio Valley chapter