Monthly Archives: January 2009

Unacceptable killing of journalists in Gaza

Posted on January 21, 2009 by CIoJ in CIoJ Press releases | Leave a comment

NEWS RELEASE Release time: 21 January 2009 Israel is accused of war crimes in bombing and shelling offensives in the Gaza strip that resulted in the deaths of five journalists, and is condemned for its ‘cover-up’ news restrictions on international reporters, by the Chartered Institute of Journalists. General Secretary Dominic Cooper said today: “The death count of journalists we utterly condemn. Now we have to concentrate on why foreign journalists were deliberately kept out of the way while the Israeli … →

£40 for two years’ membership

Posted on January 13, 2009 by CIoJ in JOIN, Membership deals | Comments Off

Are you under 25? Have you just entered the media industry? Do you want the protection that the CIoJ may offer? Very often those who enter the industry for the first time struggle to make ends meet on low wages. In order that you do not miss out on the protection of Institute membership we are offering two-years membership for the introductory price of £40. The criteria that should be fulfilled in order that you may take advantage of this … →

Categories of membership and subscription rates

Posted on January 13, 2009 by CIoJ in JOIN, Membership | 3 Comments

Below you will find a list of membership categories and the requirements you must fulfil in order to gain membership.  Don’t forget to look at the membership deals we have on at the moment and if you have any queries you may call, +44 (0)20 7252 1187, or email memberservices@cioj.co.uk . Full member – Candidates must be solely employed in Journalism or Public Relations for more than one year, or their main source of income is from Journalistic activities.  Subscription … →

50% off first years membership fee

Posted on January 13, 2009 by CIoJ in JOIN, Membership deals | Comments Off

The Institute is offering a 50% discount off the first years membership fee, to journalists who are already members of another industry based organisation, such as the London Press Club, or trade union. All applicants will, of course, have to meet the criteria set by the Institute for membership. To take advantage of this offer either , or, .  In both instances applicants should send a quick covering note quoting membership offer ‘recip03‘ and giving details of the organisation they are … →

Who can join?

Posted on January 13, 2009 by CIoJ in Assistance, JOIN, Membership, Support | Comments Off

Who can join? The Chartered Institute of Journalists is the world’s longest established professional association for journalists. Formed in 1884, the Institute was granted a Royal Charter by Queen Victoria and has been serving the interests of our profession ever since. Our members are professionals in their field and individuals in attitude. They belong to the Institute because they want to be part of an organisation that is dedicated solely to protecting and serving the best interests of journalists and … →

Pension Fund

Posted on January 12, 2009 by CIoJ in Assistance, Charities, Help, Membership, Support | Leave a comment

Provides a small monthly payment to members who find themselves in financial difficulty once they have retired. The Fund also gives a financial birthday and Christmas gift to its pensioners. Join now to protect your family

Benevolent and Widow’s Fund

Posted on January 12, 2009 by CIoJ in Assistance, Charities, Help, Membership, Support | Comments Off

  Provides grants and interest-free loans to members who may need short term financial assistance. Provides one-off grants to the spouse of members, to help with immediate financial difficulties following their death. Join now to protect your family

OakHill and TP O’Connor Fund

Posted on January 12, 2009 by CIoJ in Assistance, Charities, Help, Membership, Support | Comments Off

Provides grants towards convalescent and other costs, for members recovering after serious illnesses or medical treatment. Join now to protect your family

Orphan Fund

Posted on January 12, 2009 by CIoJ in Assistance, Charities, Help, Membership, Support | Comments Off

Through the auspices of its Orphan Fund, the Institute has been looking after the orphans of our members since 1891. Over the past 10 years the fund has distributed an average of more than £50,000 of support every year. With investments of more than £1.5 million the fund provides a monthly subsistence grant to its beneficiaries together with a birthday and Christmas gift. Grants are provided to beneficiaries until they leave full-time education. Should the beneficiary go on to attend … →