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SEJ Speaks on Incoming Administration Threats to Journalists

December 16, 2024 — The Society of Environmental Journalists is concerned that the incoming administration of President-elect Donald J. Trump may seek retribution against media outlets that have carried news or opinions at odds with his views or policies. In particular, Kash Patel, Trump’s current pick for director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, has promised to take legal action against journalists. The oath that Trump and his Cabinet must swear to take office requires them to uphold the Constitution — all of it, including the First Amendment. Toward that end, SEJ calls on them to pledge never to prosecute, punish, deport, jail or harass journalists solely for what they report.

DEADLINE: EJN Media Grants to Strengthen Coverage of Environmental Crimes and Sustainable Solutions in the Amazon 2025

Internews’ Earth Journalism Network is offering organizational grants of $5,000 to $10,000 to media outlets, NGOs, academic institutions and other interested groups to support media and journalism activities related to environmental crimes in the Amazon Region in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. Apply by Feb 7, 2025.

DEADLINE: UN Ocean Conference 2025 Fellowships

Internews’ Earth Journalism Network is supporting selected journalists to attend and report from the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) scheduled for June 2025 in Nice, France. This fellowship is open to journalists from coastal countries. Apply by Jan 15.

"The Geminids Meteor Shower Peaks This Week. Here's What To Expect"

"If you're stargazing this week, you have a chance to see brilliant streaks across the sky as the Geminid meteor shower peaks."

Source: NPR, 12/13/2024

"Whale Makes Epic Migration, Astonishing Scientists"

"A humpback whale has made one of the longest and most unusual migrations ever recorded, possibly driven by climate change, scientists say."

Source: BBC News, 12/13/2024

"20 Environmental Books to Inspire You in the Year Ahead"

"Here are 20 environmental books published in 2024 for readers of all ages and experience. They offer vision, knowledge, and a sense of wonder — necessary to help us build a better planet no matter who’s in the White House in the year to come."

Source: The Revelator, 12/13/2024

"How Trump Could Bring Fish Farms To The Gulf Of Mexico"

"Floating cages with fish by the thousands may be popping in the Gulf of Mexico under a controversial plan that was backed by President-elect Donald Trump’s administration four years ago and is likely to gain traction again after Trump begins his second term next month."

Source: Grist, 12/13/2024

#SEJSpotlight: Tanka Dhakal, Freelance Journalist

Meet SEJ member Tanka Dhakal! Tanka is an independent journalist based in Kathmandu, Nepal. He reports in both Nepali and English on the environment, climate change, science, health, labor migrations and marginalized communities, with real-world experience and scientific analyses.

"‘Forever Chemical’ Found In Mineral Water From Several European Countries"

"Mineral water from several European nations has been found for the first time to be contaminated with TFA, a type of PFAS “forever chemical” that is a reproductive toxicant accumulating at alarming levels across the globe."

Source: Guardian, 12/13/2024

Hemorrhagic Disease Could Limit Take For Iowa Deer Hunters This Season

"The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is monitoring the spread of epizootic hemorrhagic disease and chronic wasting disease in Iowa deer and says Iowa hunters can play an important role."

Source: States Newsroom, 12/13/2024

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