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During this free four-week asynchronous Knight Center MOOC, taught by Bloomberg News editor John O'Neil (pictured, left) and guest speakers, you will learn how to identify and decode jargon for your audience, and you'll learn how to determine when your audience needs more in-depth explanations and clearer context.

The first of Mongabay's 2023 webinars will feature expert panelists who have reported on, studied and worked on issues related to infrastructure development and its impacts on the environment and local communities. The webinar will focus on regions such as Southeast Asia and Latin America. 7pm ET.

SEJ partners in this annual day of action which elevates and amplifies the significant challenges faced by student journalists, and celebrates their great successes. The 2024 SPFD theme is "Bold Journalism & Brave Advocacy." Sign up for email updates to get first access to events, talking points, a toolkit and more.

Science Writers and Communicators of Canada is bringing together freelancers from across Canada to share their expertise on everything from finding clients and setting rates, to pitching stories, to managing time effectively. 12-1pm ET. Cost: $15 Members & $30 Non-Members.

The Writers Guild of America, East and Good Energy invite you to this virtual workshop demonstrating how, by applying a climate lens, writers can unlock touching, funny and surprising portrayals, from brief mentions to climate themes — all backed by climate science and the emotional and lived realities of the climate crisis. 6-7pm ET.

In Mongabay's latest webinar, expert panelists who have worked with National Geographic, the Global Initiative against Transnational Organized Crime and more will discuss cybercrime and online marketplaces, poaching, pandemic effects, legal loopholes and other important topics related to the illegal wildlife trade. 11am ET.

TWC is hosting a 75-minute year-end business audit, where you get to celebrate your freelance wins this year, and get clarity on where to take things the coming year. Turn your goals into tactical next steps. Includes TWC's online business planning course and the business audit worksheet. 3:00 p.m. ET on Nov 15 or 29.

GSDF connects filmmakers around the world with international media outlets looking for short docs. Selected from a global call, 16 filmmakers take part in an intensive 4-week training program of online workshops, mentoring, and one-to-one pitch meetings with decision makers. Three grants available. Deadline: Dec 13, 2022.

As corporations make major commitments to reducing climate emissions, journalists will need to investigate whether these efforts are contributing to a sustainable future, or simply greenwashing the same old dirty business. Ahead of the COP27 in Egypt, join SEJ and expert panelists for advice on how to cover the role of the business sector in solving the climate challenge. 1-2pm ET.