The American Society of News Editors advances the cause of quality, independent professional journalism. Founded in 1922 to “defend the profession from unjust assault,” ASNE is primarily an organization of newsroom leaders in the United States, with members from Canada and Mexico welcome as well.

Eligibility

Directing editors with immediate responsibility for editorial or news policies of daily, wire-service, nondaily, broadcast and/or online only news organizations are eligible to join. If you’d like additional details, see the ASNE bylaws. Deans, directors and endowed and distinguished chairs at accredited journalism schools* are also eligible for full membership.

ASNE, which has a small, talented staff based in Reston, Va., is a volunteer-run organization, working through its committees and elected board of directors.

Benefits

• Advocate for the First Amendment and open government on the local, state and federal levels.
• Learn from colleagues who are leading innovation.
• Discuss with peers your common challenges as business models for journalism and content gathering and dissemination undergo swift, fundamental change.
• Take part in the annual convention, which explores news innovations and trends and gives you the chance to interact with peers and major news makers.

*Please check to see that your school is on this list by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication.

The American Society of News Editors advances the cause of quality, independent professional journalism. Founded in 1922 to “defend the profession from unjust assault,” ASNE is primarily an organization of newsroom leaders in the United States, with members from Canada and Mexico welcome as well.

Eligibility

Directing editors with immediate responsibility for editorial or news policies of daily, wire-service, nondaily, broadcast and/or online only news organizations are eligible to join. If you’d like additional details, see the ASNE bylaws. Deans, directors and endowed and distinguished chairs at accredited journalism schools* are also eligible for full membership.

ASNE, which has a small, talented staff based in Reston, Va., is a volunteer-run organization, working through its committees and elected board of directors.

Benefits

• Advocate for the First Amendment and open government on the local, state and federal levels.
• Learn from colleagues who are leading innovation.
• Discuss with peers your common challenges as business models for journalism and content gathering and dissemination undergo swift, fundamental change.
• Take part in the annual convention, which explores news innovations and trends and gives you the chance to interact with peers and major news makers.

*Please check to see that your school is on this list by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication.