The Association of European Professional Journalists (AEJ) is a professional journalists' association that advocates for the interests and concerns of journalists in Europe. The core activities of the AEJ include: representing the economic interests of journalists; promoting press freedom, freedom of expression and independence of professional practice; providing a broad network of relationships for members to produce compelling background reports and clarify complex issues; organizing reportages, interviews and photography projects; accrediting and supporting members at trade fairs and events; and promoting the quality and performance of journalists in Europe.