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Upcoming Events
ASJA 2024 Conference
ASJA’s 2024 “Conference From Anywhere” takes place online Sept. 24 to 26. It will be…
Client Connections 2024 (CC24) — A Virtual Event!
Client Connections (CC), ASJA’s signature event, offers one-on-one meetings with top magazines, newspapers, book agents…
ASJA 2025 Conference
The ASJA 2025 Conference will maximize that face-to-face time we know ASJA members and other…
RECENT WEBINARS
Recent ASJA webinars with recordings available
Mindful Movement: How Writers Can Reduce Body Stress and Boost Wellness During the Workday
As writers, we tend to sit at our desks for hours on end. Unfortunately, this can take a toll on our physical and mental health, from aches and pains to stress and overwhelm.
Do You Really Want to Say That? Q&A on Inclusive Writing With Janet Stovall
Delve into the nuances of inclusive writing lifted up by ASJA members, such as exploring language choices, sourcing, and managing pushback from editors.
Turn Your Vacation Into Freelance Gold
Vacations are a great time to unwind and explore destinations near or far. They also offer an opportunity to find story ideas, even if you’re not a full-time travel writer.
Balancing Freelance While a Full-Time Employee
Writers and journalists often determine if they want to work for themselves as a freelancer or someone else as a full-time employee. While each path offers benefits, it’s not always an easy choice. But, why do we have to choose?
How to use LinkedIn so that your next client or job finds you!
Many of us have LinkedIn profiles, but are you using them to their full potential? In this virtual education webinar, ASJA member Jennifer Riggins demonstrates how to optimize your profile.
So You’re Thinking of Writing a Climate Book?
John J. Berger, Ph.D., an environmental science and policy specialist, prize-winning author, and journalist, and Danielle Arigoni, an urban planner and community resilience expert, discuss their paths to publishing and promoting their books on climate.
Disruptive AI and Blabbing Chatbots: Are You Ready to Fight or Adapt?
The explosion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) today is disrupting media worldwide. Find out how AI could disrupt your writing and editing career — and what you can do about it (or how you can adapt to coming changes).
ADDITIONAL MEMBER-ONLY ACTIVITIES
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Tuesdays, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. ET
ASJA Virtual Coffee Chats
Each Tuesday, ASJA members meet online to discuss whatever topics come to mind: work-life balance, pitching, anchor clients, the Oxford comma — you name it, we’ve talked about it! This is a member-only benefit, so make sure you’re logged in before clicking below for the link.
Every second Wednesday, 1-2 p.m. ET
ASJA Monthly DEAI Chats
ASJA Monthly DEAI Chats are hosted on Zoom. Upcoming sessions are planned for August 14, September 11, October 9, November 13, and December 11. Please click on the link below to register with Gabby and put “ASJA DEAI Chat” in the subject line.
Every third Tuesday, 4-5 p.m. ET
ASJA Retirement Chats
Free monthly video calls for ASJA members who are retired, semi-retired, or considering retirement. This is a member-only benefit, so make sure you’re logged in before clicking below for the link.
Various dates at end of month
ASJA Book Club
The ASJA Book Club connects you with other members to share ideas about non-fiction books on writing topics, such as writing craft, creativity, freelancing, running a solo or small business, and more. This is a member-only benefit, so make sure you’re logged in before clicking below for the link.
About Our Events
Have questions about ASJA’s various events? Visit the What We Do section to learn about our Professional Development and Client Networking events.