Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference

Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference The annual Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference for high school juniors hosts the top high school journalists from around the country each year.

The purpose of the Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference is to promote the vital role of the First Amendment as a cornerstone of democracy, and to inspire students to pursue journalism careers. In a competitive selection process, 51 high school students, one from each state and D.C. are welcomed by the Freedom Forum to in-person journalism panels and activities including tours of newsr

ooms and studios, as well visits to the U.S. Capitol and other landmarks in Washington, D.C. Students selected for the program receive an all-expenses-paid trip and a $1,000 scholarship to the college of their choice. The program was established in 1999 to honor Al Neuharth, founder of The Freedom Forum and USA TODAY. The conference is designed to inspire and encourage students to pursue journalism. Today there are more than 1,500 “Free Spirits” including journalists working for The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Baltimore Sun, ESPN and network-affiliated TV stations.

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