About SEJ
The Society of Environmental Journalists is the only North American membership association of professional journalists dedicated to more and better coverage of environment-related issues. SEJ’s mission is to strengthen the quality, reach and viability of journalism across all media to advance public understanding of environmental issues.
The Society of Environmental Journalists was founded in 1990 by a small group of award-winning journalists. Today, SEJ’s membership includes more than 1,500 journalists and academics working in every type of news media in the United States, Canada, Mexico and 43 other countries.
SEJ’s reputation for excellence, service and integrity has been built by more than three decades of annual conferences hosted by distinguished universities, scores of regional forums, unique publications, online services, workshops and training sessions, and an extensive membership network.
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SEJ’s Annual Conference Policies
SEJ is committed to maintaining a professional and inclusive work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to ensuring that attendees and participants are not subjected to intimidating, threatening, abusive or bullying conduct or behavior. SEJ prohibits discrimination and all forms of unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment and harassment based on an individual’s race, sex, gender identity or expression, religious creed, national origin or disability.
This policy applies here to anyone attending this conference, including SEJ staff, members, speakers, sponsors and exhibitors. Anyone asked to stop engaging in unacceptable behavior is expected to comply immediately. If an attendee engages in unacceptable behavior, SEJ reserves the right to take immediate action, including but not limited to expulsion from the event without refund of registration or other fees, as well as revocation of SEJ membership (if applicable). If you experience any form of harassment or witness harassment, please report it as soon as possible to SEJ executive director Aparna Mukherjee.
Please read our Anti-Harassment Policy, Code of Conduct for Live Events and Disclaimer.
SEJ Conference Q&A Guidelines: Moderators of panels, plenaries and tours are encouraged to remind attendees that the conference is organized by and for journalists. Members of SEJ and other professional journalism organizations will be given priority when asking questions.
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