18 Webinars this Week about AI, Journalism & Media
/Mon, May 19 - Covering civil unrest
What: Learn tips on situational awareness, protective gear and positioning that can help you reduce the chances of arrest, assaults and injury on the job. We'll discuss preparation before an event, how best to respond to active shooters and stampedes, and building solidarity among media groups and legal defenses.
Who: Judith Matloff, senior adviser for safety training at the Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma
When: 2 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free to members
Sponsor: Investigative Reporters & Editors
Mon, May 19 - Is AI the Cure for FOIA Frustration?
What: A discussion of AI and FOIA. The pros and cons of integrating AI in the records requesting process and how journalists can use AI as a tool.
Who: Axel Ebermann, President New York Coalition for Open Government; Irwin McCullough, Co-Founder· FOIA Friend, James Mae, Moderator.
When: 6 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Society of Professional Journalists, Wash., D.C. Pro Chapter
Tue, May 20 - AI use now and the future of being human
Who: Lee Rainie, director of the Imagining the Digital Future Center at Elon University.
When: 11 am, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: USC Annenberg Center on Communication Leadership and Policy
Tue, May 20 - The SPLASH Method & How To Use It To Create World Class Content
What: So much content is painfully boring. We're on a mission to break the boring out of B2B content. It starts here, with the SPLASH Method. The way to check your content for stand out properties and promotion that will let it sing and dance.
Who: Ollie Whitfield Partner, Slingshot Content.
When: 12 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Training Magazine Network
Tue, May 20 - Disinformation in Society Report
What: A new study by the IPR and Leger finds that concerns about disinformation in the US have returned to their highest levels since 2021, with 70% of Americans as a “major” problem, on par with issues like illegal drug use, hunger/poverty, and federal spending. The 5th edition of the Disinformation in Society Report surveyed 2,000 adults to assess what sources they trust the most, how Americans perceive false or misleading information, who they hold responsible for spreading it, and what actions they believe are necessary to combat it.
Who: Tima McCorkindale, President & CEO of the Institute for Public Relations; Dave Scholz, Chief Strategy Officer, Leger.
When: 12 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Institute for Public Relations
Tue, May 20 - Leveraging AI to Streamline Operations for Nonprofits
What: Explore how AI tools can enhance operational efficiency for nonprofits. Learn practical strategies for automating repetitive tasks, optimizing resource allocation, and driving organizational impact. Gain actionable insights into implementing AI solutions tailored to nonprofit needs.
Who: Kyle Barkins, Tapp Network Co-Founder; Zach Patton, Tapp Network, HubSpot Solutions Manager.
When: 1 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: TechSoup
Tue, May 20 - Technology and Evolving Research Practices in the Humanities
What: How can research tools like the MLA International Bibliography help academic researchers find not only credible and up-to-date sources but also materials that help push the boundaries of scholarship? Featuring teaching faculty, library instructors, and research service leaders, this webinar will examine how new technology and AI tools are influencing research practices in the humanities. Attendees can expect an overview of current technology impacts and strategies for how to guide patrons through this changing scholarly environment.
Who: Elizabeth Brookbank, Instruction Librarian and Professor, Western Oregon University; Ellen Carillo, Professor, English and Writing Coordinator, University of Connecticut; Leo Flores, Chair, English Department, Appalachian State University; Nhora Lucía, Serrano Director, Academic Technology, Teaching & Research Services Hamilton College; Angela Gibson, Senior Director, Operational Strategy Modern Language Association.
When: 2 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: The Modern Language Association
Tue & Wed, May 20 & 21- Social Media Boot Camp
What: Practical tips and tools for extending your cause and mission via social media. We cover the basics of using social media for your nonprofit organization and give you handy tips for the most useful social media platforms for nonprofits.
Who: Kiersten Hill, the driving force behind Firespring’s nonprofit solutions and an inspiration to organizations nationwide.
When: 3 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Firespring
Wed, May 21 - AI Variety Pack: Perplexity, Claude & DeepSeek
What: Explore the rapidly evolving world of AI tools in this dynamic session featuring Perplexity, Claude, and DeepSeek. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned tech enthusiast, this event will showcase the strengths, use cases, and unique capabilities of each platform. Join us for live demos, real-world applications, and a discussion on how these tools can boost productivity, creativity, and research.
Who: Tim Daniel Coach & Instructor Widener SBDC.
When: 12 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Small Business Development Center, Widener University
Wed, May 21 - Guiding AI Policy in Schools: An Ethical and Systems Thinking Approach
What: This webinar offers a practical introduction to two essential frameworks: values-based ethical decision making and systems thinking. Attendees will explore a model for ethical reasoning grounded in school values such as equity, curiosity, and integrity—designed to support thoughtful decision making around AI use.
Who: Karen Rezach, Director of The Ethics Institute, Kent Place School (NJ); Lisa Yokana, Co-Founder and COO, Next World Learning Lab.
When: 2 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: The Ethics Institute at Kent Place School
Wed, May 21 - AI for Nonprofits, Part 1: Unlock Generative AI and Microsoft 365 Copilot for Impact
What: An engaging and insightful two-part webinar series, where we will dive into the essentials of generative AI, address key AI concerns, and demonstrate how nonprofits can benefit from using Microsoft’s AI assistant, Copilot, to achieve their goals.
Who: Joshua Peskay, RoundTable Technology; Kim Snyder RoundTable Technology, VP of Data Strategy.
When: 2:30 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: TechSoup
Wed, May 21 - Covering Mental Health Responsibly: Reducing the Risk of Suicide
What: This session will also explore an understanding of suicide and the unique mental health challenges faced by Latino/a/e communities, specifically their risk of suicide and the compounded stressors these individuals face. The experts will address best practices for journalists to effectively cover suicide with story elements and framing that are known to minimize the risk of suicide contagion.
Who: Maria de los Angeles Corral, Vice president of public relations at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention; Rebecca Ruiz, Senior reporter at Mashable.
When: 5 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free to members
Sponsor: National Association of Hispanic Journalists & the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Wed, May 21 - Tech Tools for Journalists
What: Join us as we navigate AI in journalism. Our expert panelists will discuss the pros and cons, ethical standards in reporting, and much more!
When: 6:30 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Society of Professional Journalists
Thu, May 22 - The mental health impact of climate reporting
What: A presentation of the preliminary findings from research into the impact of climate change reporting on the wellbeing of journalists. Then, a panel discussion will look at the implications of the research on newsrooms and reporters with two journalists and members of the Oxford Climate Journalism Network.
Who: Anthony Feinstein, Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto; Sharon Chen is the Managing Editor for Bloomberg Green; Jhesset O. Enano, an independent environment and climate journalist from the Philippines; Diego Arguedas Ortiz, Associate Director at the Oxford Climate Journalism Network; Mitali Mukherjee is Director of the Reuters Institute.
When: 8 am, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: The Reuters Institute
Thu, May 22 - Intro to ChatGPT
What: An introduction to ChatGPT designed for beginners. Only a free ChatGPT account is required to follow along.
Who: Mohammed Husain, Solutions Engineer, OpenAI; Lois Newman, Customer Enablement, OpenAI.
When: 10 am, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: OpenAI Academy
Thu, May 22 – Hands on Career Preparation
What: Learn how career-prep programs are shaping the future of employment around the world. You’ll receive insight into programs like: Study-abroad opportunities that allow students to immerse themselves in new cultures and experiences. Internships that allow students to practice the day-to-day tasks of their chosen careers. Employer tuition-reimbursement programs that allow employees to complete a college program chosen by their employer for free or at a discounted rate. Entrepreneurial programs that allow students to apply their business knowledge in real-world opportunities.
When: 2 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Chronicle of Higher Ed
Thu, May 22 - Writing in the Age of AI: What Faculty Need to Know
What: A faculty-focused session exploring the evolving role of writing in higher education. As AI tools like ChatGPT become widespread, educators are asking: What does it mean to teach writing today? How do we uphold academic integrity while encouraging student creativity?
Who: Siya Raj Purohit Education, OpenAI; Jay Dixit, Head of Community for Writers, OpenAI.
When: 4 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: OpenAI Academy
Fri, May 23 - Trust Busters: Building Newsroom Credibility
What: A hands-on workshop on building stronger relationships between newsrooms and communities. In an era of mistrust, this session will equip journalists with actionable strategies to demonstrate credibility and actively earn audience trust.
When: 1 pm, Eastern
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Sunlight Research Center & Trusting News