Since 1966, the CT Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists has been dedicated to encouraging journalism. The Society of Professional Journalists works to improve and protect journalism. SPJ promotes the free flow of information vital to a well-informed citizenry and works to inspire and educate the next generation of journalists.

The CTSPJ hosts professional development and networking events, offers travel grants to members and student members to attend the national SPJ conference, distributes thousands of dollars each year in scholarships, works with student chapters and hosts an annual contest for local journalists that helps raise money to support the CTSPJ mission.