Reporters Lives on the Line: how does International Humanitarian Law protect journalists reporting from conflict zones? 25 October, 9.30am – 1.45pm, followed by reception. Camden Court Hotel, Camden Street, Dublin 2 Journalists play an important role in contributing to public…
Catherine Ryan Howard is one of Ireland’s most successful self-published authors. This article is based on her presentation at Freelance Forum 2012 on 24 September 2012. Follow her blog for frequent insights into th world of e-publishing. For me, the…
Fergal Tobin is publishing editor with Gill and Macmillan. This article is based on his presentation at Freelance Forum 2012 on 24 September 2012. · Self-publishing is enabled by digital technology. It will represent a growing percentage of all published…
UPDATE: Non-members can now avail of a €10 discount by using the promotional code NUJFF2012 when booking. *** Freelance Forum 2012 takes place on Monday 24 September. Tickets cost €10 for NJ members, and €30 to non-members. (Now €20 to…
As part of the Irish Recruitment Strategy a Recruitment Training Day will be held for NUJ activists on Thursday, 20 September in the Teachers’ Club, 36 Parnell Square West, Dublin 1. In order to accommodate those travelling from outside Dublin,…
European Parliament and European Youth Press are organizing three days-training for young journalists from Europe. Deadline for applications: 1 August. The event takes place 16 to 18 October 2012. There are places predicted for participants from each European country. (Download…
How will proposals to regulate lobbying affect those in PR Companies? What are the legal proposals? Will it help or hinder transparency and journalism? Will it affect Trade Unions’ freedom? These questions and more will be discussed this Monday 16…
Day: Monday 2 July 2012 Location: Bridge Street, Tullamore Event: To mark the closure of the Offaly Express a symbolic event is being held at the offices of the newspaper at Bridge Street, Tullamore, from 5.30pm to 6.00pm, as the…
DUBLIN has been chosen to host the World Congress of the International Federation of Journalists in 2013. The conference will take place in Dublin Castle from June 4-7 and will be hosted by the National Union of Journalists. A delegation…
Thee Larkin Hedge School is a unique festival to celebrate the cultural heritage of the working class and the ordinary people of Ireland. The LHS was founded in 2009 to mark the centenary of Larkin’s founding of the ITGWU and…
