REGISTER FOR SEJ2026
April 15–18, 2026 | University of Illinois Chicago
Join journalists, editors, students, scientists and community storytellers at SEJ’s 35th annual conference — and our first-ever gathering in Chicago. Whether you’re joining for the first time or returning after years, SEJ’s annual conference is designed to help you build skills, deepen your reporting and connect with colleagues across the industry and in the field.
REGISTRATION RATES
* Member pricing requires an active SEJ membership in good standing. If your status is lapsed or in a grace period, please renew to receive member pricing.
DISCOUNTS & STIPENDS
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Join SEJ to unlock discounted conference rates. Membership application must be completed before registering.
First-year SEJ dues:
Standard: $40
Low-to-Mid Income Countries: $15
Student: $25
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SEJ offers travel stipends to reduce financial barriers for SEJ members in need. Applications are due January 30, 2026, 11:59 p.m. PT.
SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
Sponsors and exhibitors registering with complimentary package passes should contact the SEJ team directly to receive a sponsor registration link.
POLICIES
SEJ’s annual conference is designed by and for journalists, and we welcome a wide range of participants, including reporters, editors, students, academics, scientists, policymakers, as well as leaders from nonprofit, government and business organizations. The views expressed by speakers and attendees are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of SEJ.
We expect all participants to engage respectfully, support open dialogue and refrain from disrupting sessions. SEJ members and other working journalists are given priority during Q&A periods.
All attendees must adhere to SEJ’s Code of Conduct and Anti-Harassment Policy.
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SEJ is committed to maintaining a professional and inclusive environment for all attendees. We prohibit discrimination, intimidation, threats, harassment (including sexual harassment) and abusive behavior. This policy applies to SEJ staff, members, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors and all attendees.
Anyone asked to stop unacceptable behavior must comply immediately. SEJ reserves the right to take action, including expulsion without refund and/or revocation of membership.
If you experience or witness harassment, report it as soon as possible to SEJ Executive Director Aparna Mukherjee.
Please read:
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To cancel your registration, email conference@sej.org.
Cancel by March 23 → Full refund
Cancel March 30 → 50% refund
Starting March 31 → No refunds
No attendee substitutions can be made
Non-attendance does not constitute cancellation
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