The Society of Professional Journalists is a national organization dedicated to the perpetuation of a free press as the cornerstone of our nation and our liberty.

The South Florida Pro Chapter upholds this mission by:

• Upgrading wherever possible the journalistic profession in Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties and throughout Florida.
• Assisting Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach high schools in strengthening their classes and courses in journalism.
• Cooperating with and assisting colleges and universities in Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties in developing strong departments and schools of journalism.
• Establishing a scholarship fund for Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.
• Encouraging diversity among journalists, and developing a profession that is representative of the public it serves.
• Informing and educating the public on issues concerning freedom of the press and freedom of speech, and speaking out on such issues.
• Encouraging freedom of information, and preserving and protecting public access to its government.
• Supporting journalists fighting to maintain the First Amendment, the public’s access to government and the public’s right to know.
• Supporting and encouraging professional development and continuing education of journalists.