Mission
The Society of Professional Journalists is a national organization dedicated to the perpetuation of a free press as the cornerstone of our nation and our liberty.
The South Florida Pro Chapter upholds this mission by:
- Upgrading wherever possible the journalistic profession in Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties and throughout Florida.
- Assisting Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach high schools in strengthening their classes and courses in journalism.
- Cooperating with and assisting colleges and universities in Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties in developing strong departments and schools of journalism.
- Establishing a scholarship fund for Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.
- Encouraging diversity among journalists, and developing a profession that is representative of the public it serves.
- Informing and educating the public on issues concerning freedom of the press and freedom of speech, and speaking out on such issues.
- Encouraging freedom of information, and preserving and protecting public access to its government.
- Supporting journalists fighting to maintain the First Amendment, the public’s access to government and the public’s right to know.
- Supporting and encouraging professional development and continuing education of journalists.
