WIA Press
Association
Power of Truth in Journalism
A non-profit organization dedicated to cultivating ethical journalists and citizen reporters — empowering every voice that speaks truth to power.
Together, we build honest media.
A Guardian of Truth in the Media Age
WIA Press Association is a registered non-profit organization (Reg. 205-82-73725) founded to strengthen press freedom, protect journalists' rights, and nurture the next generation of media professionals.
Led by Chairman Seungju Ji, we believe that healthy democracy depends on well-informed citizens and journalists who uphold the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, and accountability.
Our programs are open to aspiring journalists, working reporters, and everyday citizens who want to contribute meaningfully to public discourse — regardless of background or experience.
Read Our Ethics Code ↗Our Philosophy
Sipsiilban — a Korean proverb meaning "ten spoons of rice make one bowl." Just as each spoonful alone cannot satisfy, every journalist's contribution, however small, adds up to something greater: a society where truth is safeguarded and every voice is heard.
WIA Press Day — October 10th
Established by WIA Press Association to honor journalists worldwide and reaffirm the values of press freedom, responsibility, and solidarity.
Learn more about WIA Press Day ↗"A journalist's first obligation is to the truth. Their first loyalty is to citizens. Their essential discipline is verification."— Principles of Journalism, as affirmed by WIA Press Association's Ethics Code
Education Programs
Structured curricula for aspiring journalists and citizen reporters
From fundamentals to advanced reporting — article writing, source verification, and professional ethics for future journalists.
Smartphone journalism, SNS news delivery, and community reporting — enabling every citizen to participate in the media.
Data journalism, multimedia storytelling, AI-assisted news analysis, and interactive content production for the digital era.
Press law, source protection, disinformation detection, and public-interest journalism — the ethics that every journalist must master.
Freedom-of-information requests, data analysis, long-form project management, and collaborative reporting methodologies.
Anchoring, field reporting, video editing, live broadcasting, and podcast production — all aspects of broadcast media.
Professional Certifications
WIA-accredited credentials that recognize media competence
Validates foundational skills in citizen journalism, community reporting, and responsible news sharing.
Certifies competency in digital content creation, data journalism, and new-media operations.
Recognizes expertise in media law, press ethics, and advanced media literacy.
Certifies professional competency in fact verification, source analysis, and disinformation detection.
Two Pillars of Our Year
WIA Press Association marks two occasions each year to honor journalists,
recognize outstanding work, and bring our community together in person.
- Commemorates Korea's first modern newspaper (1896)
- Appointment ceremony — journalist credentials
- Recognition of outstanding journalists
- Press community networking
- Founded on the spirit of Sibjsiiilban — ten spoons, one bowl
- Appointment ceremony — journalist credentials
- Awards: outstanding journalist & media outlet
- Annual gathering · overnight retreat
Events are held on the nearest Saturday to each date.
2026 — Spring: April 11 (Sat) · Autumn: October 10 (Sat) · Venues announced separately.
Join WIA Press Association
Whether you are an aspiring journalist, a citizen reporter, or a media professional, WIA Press Association welcomes you. We are building an open, inclusive community where every voice for truth belongs.
General Member
Citizens interested in journalism and media literacy
Citizen Reporter
Active reporters covering local stories and communities
Professional Member
Working journalists and trained media professionals
Seoul, Korea (Room 401)
Republic of Korea