Online communities are among the best sources for journalists to broaden their network and stay up to date with the latest media news, tips and jobs.

For freelancers or remote workers alike, they are also a great place to turn for advice, conversation and a bit of banter.

Here are 17 active and interesting groups for journalists to check out across a range of different platforms. We also put the number of members (where publicly available) at the time of writing (October 2026), so you have a rough idea of their size.

It is self-defeating to try to keep track of them all – online communities should assist your job as a journalist, not prevent you from doing it – so pick two or three that are most relevant to you and focus your attention there.

LinkedIn for Journalists | 136k

A rich vein of opportunities for jobs, grants, freelance gigs, journo requests, events, open pitches and so on

/r/journalism (Reddit) | 76k

Resources, best practices and industry updates from a cross-section of news professionals

JournalismUK (LinkedIn) | 4k

Us! Exchange ideas, share opportunities and forge new connections

The Audiencers Community (WhatsApp) | Unknown

A range of communities in a range of languages. Debates and discussions around audience-centric strategies.

Planet Splice (Slack) | 930

A range of channels to share best bylines, grant funding opportunities and even pictures of your pets

Young Journalist Network | 2.8k

Co-ordinating event meet-ups, mentorship opportunities and career accelerators for emerging journalists