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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Uproot's annual Journey of a Story is back! 🌱 This year, we’re heading to San Fran Oct. 19–22 for We’re Still Here: Persistence, Resistance, and Environmental Journalism, exploring what it means to keep telling environmental stories in the face of challenge. Register via the link in our bio!

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Applications are open for the Ocean Nexus International Fellowship! 🌊 Open to journalists outside the U.S. with 5–15 years of experience covering environmental issues. June–August 2026 | $2,000 stipend Tell stories connecting ocean health, communities, and justice. Apply via link in bio.

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

We had a blast seeing everyone at SEJ 2026 in Chicago last week! Thanks to everyone who attended the Uproot events and made it such a memorable, energizing experience. We're taking a little screen break from social media as Uproot Staff plans for more fun, learning, and community-building!

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Uprooters make us feel hopeful and happy this Earth Day!

You look happier.

Thanks, I read the latest issue of The Seedling.

You look happier.

Thanks, I posted my article in the Uproot Slack.

You look happier.

Thanks, I hung out with other Uprooters.

You look happier.

Thanks, it’s Earth Day.

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

You can still register for tonight's Uproot events at The Press Room in Chicago: Leaders of Color in Newsrooms Pre-Convening -- 4:30-5:30 PM and The Uproot National Convening -- 5:30-7:30 PM! uprootproject.org/events/

Event poster for "The Uproot National Convening" and "Leaders of Color in Newsrooms Pre-Convening" on April 17th at The Press Room, Chicago, featuring a stylized skyline and wild onion graphic.

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

We're kicking off SEJ 2026 with our annual Uproot Guide to SEJ! Check out all the events, panels, and workshops with and for Uprooters at this year's conference in Chicago:

UPROOT GUIDE TO SEJ 2026
04/15 | 3:00-5:00 PM | Semillas Garden 2727 S Troy | Uproot and LVEJO Toxic Tour

04/17 | 4:30-5:30 PM | The Press Room | Leaders of Color in Newsrooms Pre-Convening

04/17 | 5:30-7:30 PM | The Press Room | Uproot National Convening

04/18 | 10:30-11:30 AM | Room G | Reporting on The Oceans Through an Equity Lens, in partnership with The Metcalf Institute

UPROOT GUIDE TO SEJ 2026
04/17 | 9:00-10:00 AM | Room E | Seeing the Invisible: Innovative Visual Journalism Approaches for Hard-To- See Subjects

04/17 | 10:30-11:30 AM | Room F | When Climate Fixes Become Health Crises: Connecting PFAS, Microplastics, Climate

04/17 | 10:30-11:30 AM |Room G | Does Climate Journalism Actually Care About the Climate? Indigenous Perspectives on Story and Survival

UPROOT GUIDE TO SEJ 2026
04/17 | 10:30-11:30 AM | Room E | Sea Level Rise: Water Everywhere, All at Once — Maybe

04/17 | 1:30-2:30 PM | Room D | Building Trust in Marginalized Communities

04/17 | 2:45-3:45 PM | Room E | Sharing Our Success: Documenting the Impact of Environmental Journalism

04/18 | 9:00-10:00 AM | Room F | Hidden Costs: Data Centers and Environmental Justice

UPROOT GUIDE TO SEJ 2026
04/18 | 9:00-10:00 AM | Room G | The Shared Benefits of Climate Solutions on Health Equity

04/18 | 10:30-11:30 AM | Room F | Making Global Environmental Stories Matter to U.S. Audiences in the Trump Era

04/18 | 10:30-11:30 AM | Room D | The Hidden Workforce: Reporting on Labor in U.S. Food Production

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Promise, this is not an April Fool's joke. Join The Uproot Project at the SEJ 2026 Conference in Chicago, April 15-19. Learn more and register: uprootproject.org/events/

Alt text: "Event flyer for The Uproot Project at SEJ 2026 in Chicago. Features a stylized Chicago skyline with 'wild onion' illustration. Lists dates and sessions: Leaders of Color Pre-Convention and Uproot National Convening on April 17, and a panel on ocean reporting on April 18. Colorful abstract background with green and orange tones."

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

From the seed of an idea to a global network supporting environmental journalists of color in just five years! Please join us in celebrating The Uproot Project's 5th birthday today. Let us know what YOU are celebrating today in the comments!

Happy 5th Birthday message with a cupcake featuring green frosting and candles. Leafy patterns and shades of green create a festive, nature-themed design.

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Join Uprooter @jgasspoore.bsky.social and @amywestervelt.bsky.social for a post-On Air Fest conversation to learn how we can save narrative climate podcasts from going extinct. Wed., Feb 25th at 12:30 p.m. ET on Zoom tinyurl.com/y7mxm6cv

Saving Narrative Climate Podcasts
DATE:
SPEAKERS:
12:30 PM EST | Feb. 25, 2026 | Zoom
AMY WESTERVELT (“DRILLED”)
JORDAN Gass-Pooré (“HAZARD NJ”)
A POST-ON AIR FEST CONVERSATION

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Join the Metcalf Institute and The Uproot Project at 6PM ET on Tuesday, Feb. 3rd for an info session about the Metcalf Ocean Nexus Academy (MONA) Fellowship. The new deadline for applications is 02/08 at 11:59 PM. us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Alt text: "Metcalf Ocean Nexus Academy 2026 flyer with smiling headshots of Eva Tesfaye, Luis Joel Méndez González, and Rachel Ramirez. Includes deadline and info session details."

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

“The MONA fellowship provided me the rare opportunity to step out of the daily news cycle and into the field, engaging with and learning from amazing ocean scientists and researchers.“ Uprooter @rachelreports.bsky.social Learn more and apply: uprootproject.org/mona-fellows...

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

“MONA has been an amazing opportunity to report on ocean equity in other countries. It taught me how to approach different cultures in their respective languages and within their unique historical realities in order to build meaningful stories.“ @mjoel17.bsky.social uprootproject.org/mona-fellows...

“The Metcalf Ocean Nexus Academy has been an amazing opportunity to report on ocean equity in other countries. It taught me how to approach different cultures in their respective languages and within their unique historical realities in order to build meaningful stories.“
Luis Joel Méndez González
Investigative Journalist and MONA Fellow

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Uproot members come together to support each other through the celebrations and challenges of the year, and we are so grateful for our network. We'll be taking the next week off social media to spend time with our in-person communities. See you soon!

We are thankful for our Uproot community

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

You can be part of Uproot's Journey of a Story even if you're not in DC! Join us TONIGHT at 6 PM ET for an exciting panel discussion on climate politics, media trust, and how stories are shaped, challenged, and reclaimed. With @torystephens.bsky.social @missroxscott.bsky.social bit.ly/4hmsKPF

Event flyer for "Whose Story Counts? Climate Politics, Media Trust, and Environmental Justice" on Zoom, October 21, 6-7:30 PM ET. Features panelists with photos: Tory Stephens, Tik Root, Luis Alexis Rodriguez Cruz, and Roxanne Scott.

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

We're just days away from Uproot's Journey of a Story: Climate, Politics, and Trust in the Media event series! Register for the four events that explore the intersections of climate and politics, and how to build trust within communities. mailchi.mp/7c824288d573...

A vibrant graphic announcing the ‘Journey of a Story 2025’ event, a screening and panel on Climate, Politics, and Trust in the Media. The graphic features a stylized, close-up image of a red and gray vintage newspaper (The New York Times) with a partial headline visible. Below the newspaper image are the event details: ‘Mon, Oct. 20 | Journey of a Story: Screening & Panel on Climate, Politics, and Trust in the Media | 6-9 PM ET’ ‘Tue, Oct. 21 | Whose Story Counts?” Climate, Politics, Media Trust, and Environmental Justice | 6-7:30 PM ET on Zoom’ ‘Wed, Oct. 22 | The Uproot Project and National Geographic Experience | 10-2 ET’ and ‘Thur, Oct. 23 | Journey of a Story: Climate, Politics, and Trust in the Media Gallery Exhibit | 6-9 PM ET.

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Don’t miss Uproot’s Journey of a Story: Climate, Politics, and Trust in the Media exhibit in Washington, D.C., on 10/23 from 6-9 PM ET. Learn the stories behind 5 stories that explore climate, politics, and the importance of building trust. buff.ly/lvKoUiw

"A graphic promoting the 'Journey of a Story: Climate, Politics, and Trust in the Media' gallery exhibit, featuring photos of the participating journalists: Jireh Deng, Audrey Henderson, Kanika Gupta, Aina Marzia, Aaron Cantu, and Safina Nabi."

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Uproot is heading to Washington, D.C., from Oct. 20-23, for "Journey of a Story: Climate, Politics, and Trust in the Media." Register for our 3 in-person and 1 virtual event exploring the intersections of climate and politics, and building trust as environmental journalists. linktr.ee/uprootproject

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

Register today for "Whose Story Counts?” Climate Politics, Media Trust, and Environmental Justice, where we'll explore the intersection of climate politics and media trust, and the work of environmental journalists of color. buff.ly/67k2Zsn

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

The Uproot Project stands with the Arab and Middle Eastern Journalists Association and the Committee to Protect Journalists in calling for the safety and freedom of journalists in Gaza, Yemen, and beyond.

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Uproot is heading to Washington, D.C. from Oct. 20-23 for "Journey of a Story: Climate, Politics, and Trust in the Media," an event series exploring the intersections of climate and politics, and how environmental journalists build trust. Learn more: linktr.ee/uprootproject

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Join us in NYC next week for "Truth Be Told: Trust, Bias, and Climate Reporting," an interactive conversation featuring three exceptional journalists: Ayurella Horn-Muller, @thaliajuarez.bsky.social, and @rachelreports.bsky.social! Tuesday, September 23, 5-7 PM www.eventbrite.com/e/truth-be-t...

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Apply today for a chance to receive one of three travel stipends for an exclusive Uproot members-only experience in partnership with the National Geographic Society in Washington, DC, which includes a special lunch-and-learn session with National Geographic Explorers! buff.ly/KBYUC0j

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

Want your work featured in Uproot's Journey of a Story: Climate, Politics, and Trust in the Media gallery event in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 24? Journalists selected to participate will receive a $300 honorarium in appreciation for their work. Apply here: buff.ly/C1hWsVC

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Join Uproot on 9/23 from 5-7 PM EDT during Climate Week NYC for “Truth Be Told: Trust, Bias, and Climate Reporting.” Part conversation, part live newsroom, this is an interactive event featuring journalists of color and how we tell climate stories. Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/truth-be-t...

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

Join us in NYC for a Summer Meetup on Thurs. August 14th from 6-9 pm at the Pacific Street Brooklyn Bears Community Garden. The meetup is a space to hang, enjoy some yummy eats, and tap into the community here in NYC. RSVP with the Google Form in Linktree/bio by Monday, August 11th. See you then!

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Big congratulations to our own Uproot Project member, Joseph Lee, on the recent publication of his new book, "Nothing More of This Land"! Joseph, an Aquinnah Wampanoag writer, explores Indigenous identity from his home on Martha’s Vineyard to Indigenous lands around the world 📚 We can't wait to read

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

🚨Attn Uproot Members!🚨 Want to dive into covering urban environmental issues? Join @IJNRorg + @UprootProject in Chicago, July 10–12 for a fully funded workshop on pollution, public health, green spaces + more. 15 applicants will be selected. Apply by June 6: app link in bio & ijnr.org!

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Have you registered for our National Convening on April 25 in Phoenix, AZ yet? You're not gonna want to miss the good vibes and cool swag, let me tell you. www.eventbrite.com/e/the-uproot...

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

There's just ONE WEEK left to apply to the Metcalf Ocean Nexus Academy, a new fellowship for journalists by Ocean Nexus & Metcalf Institute in collaboration with the Uproot Project. Learn more and apply: bit.ly/4bTX8y7

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Hey, Uprooters! Apply now to the Metcalf Ocean Nexus Academy, a new fellowship for journalists by Ocean Nexus & Metcalf Institute in collaboration with the Uproot Project. Details & apply: bit.ly/4bTX8y7

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Apply to the Metcalf Ocean Nexxus Academy, a new fellowship for journalists by Ocean Nexus & Metcalf Institute, in collaboration with the Uproot Project. Learn how our relationship with the ocean is intertwined with systemic inequities! Details & apply: bit.ly/4bTX8y7

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

We hope you get some much-needed rest and have a beautiful walk outside this weekend.

a trail created by foot traffic through deep snow leads straight into a winter wood with bare branches and pine trees while sunlight filters through falling snow

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Spread the love. Send someone your favorite Uproot Valentine.

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Our first featured Database member of 2025 is Laura Lopez Gonzalez, a Chicana health and science writer/editor with 15 years of experience covering health from the Global South! uprootproject.org/members/#lau...

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Last year was a busy one for The Uproot Project! Check out some of what were up to in 2024:

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

And we're back! We hope you also had a rejuvenating winter break. The Uproot Team is looking forward to serving our network in 2025!

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

This year's Uproot Gift Guide is full of the presents the climate and environmental journalists in your life have really been craving.

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Literally two people said I should make cake, so I did. Thanks, team.

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 11/10/2024

Unfortunately, due to the venue not honoring our contract with them, we’ve had to postpone the Journey of a Story Gallery Event. But we’re excited to pivot and bring this powerful exhibit online. Stay tuned for more details about our upcoming virtual exhibit!

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 10/10/2024

Tonight at 6 pm CT, join us at Backatown Coffee for the Journey of a Story Gallery Event! Explore powerful stories through art and journalism, and hear from the creators themselves during a live panel. buff.ly/3TTFbbo

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 07/10/2024

The first Journey of a Story event kicks off in just a couple of hours! Join Uproot and Grist for What's Art Got to Do With It? on Zoom at 12 pm CT. Then tonight, come out to Climate + Culture in New Orleans at 6 pm CT! uprootproject.org/events/

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 04/10/2024

There’s nothing like gathering together to share good food and good stories 🍽️🌿 Join Uproot and Sprout for Journey of Food, a culinary event in New Orleans exploring how food can be a climate solution! 🍴🌍 🔗 buff.ly/4gNSEv0

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 03/10/2024

Join us for Climate + Culture at Greenhouse Workspace in New Orleans! 🌿✨ Let’s come together to discuss how the vibrant cultures of our communities can lead us to potential climate solutions. RSVP now! #CommunityPower #ClimateCulture 🔗 www.eventbrite.com/e/1015400429...

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 01/10/2024

🖼️✨ Celebrate climate solutions at The Uproot Project's Journey of a Story gallery event in NOLA on Oct 10! Featuring powerful stories from journalists of color, this event highlights why diverse voices matter in climate reporting. www.eventbrite.com/e/journey-of...

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 24/09/2024

Our Climate Solutions Journalism Training, in partnership with the Solutions Journalism Network, is THIS AFTERNOON (Sep. 24th) at 3 p.m. ET!

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 17/09/2024

🎨✨ How can art drive climate action? Join The Uproot Project on Oct 7 at 12 p.m. CT for "What's Art Got to Do With It?" Moderated by Tory Stephens, this panel dives into the powerful intersection of art, culture, and climate change. Don’t miss out! Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 13/09/2024

We're excited to announce our 3rd annual Journey of a Story event series! 🎉 We're heading to New Orleans and Zoom to explore "Solutions in Our Community." More info and registration links are coming soon! Big thanks to the MacArthur Foundation for sponsoring!

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The Uproot Project @uprootproject.bsky.social · 11/09/2024

There's still time to register before IJA's webinar "Covering Indigenous Peoples' Issues in the Context of Climate Change" scheduled for 11 a.m. ET on September 12th! us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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