Career and Wellbeing Advice for Journalists Impacted by Layoffs

EWA stands with the journalists behind the headlines.

In light of recent newsroom cuts, we compiled resources, tips, peer support groups, and journalism job openings for impacted reporters.

Looking for Guidance?

• Learn how to prepare for and react to layoffs in this EWA webinar recording. Experts share resources and offer tips for networking, freelancing and self-care.
• Find both short-term and long-term action items from this journalism community aid project, founded by EWA member Katherine (Kati) Kokal in collaboration with Poynter.
• Get advice on managing the emotional, physical, financial, tactical, and even cultural aspects of a layoff from this AAJA guide.

Looking for Next Steps?

• Find openings in education reporting, editing and more on EWA’s Career Center.
• Check out a community-sourced spreadsheet of journalism opportunities.
• Learn how to boost your chances at being selected for a reporting fellowship in this EWA Radio podcast episode.
• The Institute for Independent Journalists (IIJ), founded by EWA member Katherine Reynolds Lewis, offers a quick-start guide for journalists interested in freelancing.

Looking for Support?

• Impacted by recent layoffs? Get priority consideration for scholarships covering registration to EWA’s 2026 National Seminar. Please indicate your eligibility and request additional reimbursements separately.
• Meet with EWA Public Editor Emily Richmond for free, confidential 1:1 support.
• Request a complimentary registration to the IIJ 2026 Freelance Journalism Conference.
• Join the Journalists Supporting Journalists LinkedIn group, sponsored by SPJ.
• Remember: You are not your job, and your profession is not your personality.

Hoping to Help?

• If you’re able and willing, consider contributing to The Washington Post 2026 layoff funds for its guild members and guild-ineligible international journalists.
• Share job openings widely online, post them to journalism job boards, or send them to folks in your network.
• Learn how to coordinate community aid.

EWA is always here for you. You can reach us any time here.