The Institute for Poetjournalism is the global advocate and resource for poetjournalism and poetjournalists. The Institute was founded in 2024 by MacArthur Fellow Aaron Dworkin, who originated the term poetjournalism, which is defined as "the research, creation, and distribution of writing that evokes an emotional connection to news-related subjects or other relevant ideas utilizing elements of sound, meter, rhythm and creative illustration."

The Institute aims to evoke a profound emotional connection to current events and relevant ideas, making the news experience informative, enlightening, and deeply human. We seek to revolutionize the way stories are told by infusing the time-honored tradition of storytelling with the urgency and veracity of modern journalism. We aim to deliver news and ideas that resonate on a deeper emotional level, making consuming information a more impactful and memorable experience.

The Institute has two main program areas, including the Dworkin Prize for Poetjournalism and Verse News Network.