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03 11. 2017

NABJ Chicago Chapter statement on shuttering of DNAinfo Chicago / Chicagoist

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Statement of NABJ Chicago Chapter Board of Directors: NABJ Chicago Chapter is shocked and saddened by the sudden shuttering of DNAinfo Chicago and Chicagoist. The loss of the five-year-old #DNAInfo is further blow to our volatile industry, and will be harshly felt in a #Chicago Journalism landscape in need...

27 10. 2017

First Time in History, NABJ Re-Elects President to Second Term

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Several of the 2017-19 NABJ Board of Directors and Executive Director Sharon Toomer at NABJ headquarters. Sarah Glover, NBC's social media pro, to lead the mighty NABJ through 2019 WASHINGTON, D.C. (Oct. 27, 2017) -- In a historic move, members of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)...

17 10. 2017

Nikole Hannah-Jones Named a 2017 MacArthur Fellow

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Photo Courtesy: John D. & Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation WASHINGTON, D.C. (Oct. 17, 2017) -- The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) applauds award-winning, veteran investigative journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones on her being named a MacArthur "Genius" Fellow for 2017. One of 24 to receive the honor from the John D. and...

10 10. 2017

NABJ Reminds Newsrooms to Add Historical Context to ‘Mass Shooting’ Coverage

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NABJ Reminds Newsrooms to Add Historical Context to 'Mass Shooting' Coverage WASHINGTON, D.C. (Oct. 4, 2017) -- The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) issued a reminder yesterday on Twitter of the statement the organization released last year along with the National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) advising newsrooms on language associated with coverage...

10 10. 2017

Chicago Football Classic Giveaway

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By Jonathan Skinner, NABJ Chicago Member Chicago, IL -- As a graduate of Morehouse College I have been blessed to witness the black college football experience on multiple occasions. So, it was a pleasure when I was offered tickets from NABJ Chicago to attend the 20th Annual Chicago...

04 10. 2017

NABJCC/BPRS Host Joint Scholarships Fundraiser, Black & White Day Party

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CHICAGO — Last month Chicago’s National Association of Black Journalists partnered with the Black Public Relations Society of Chicago to raise funds for the chapter’s scholarship fund. NABJ solicited donations of food and beverages, and sponsors came through. M Lounge Chicago donated the spirits for our...

26 09. 2017

NABJCC Attends “View From the Bridge”

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By Cheryl V. Jackson (NABJ Chicago Member) (Chicago, IL) NABJ-Chicago Chapter was in the house for the kickoff of the Goodman Theatre's 2017-18 season. Chapter members were among those attending the opening of Goodman's "A View From the Bridge" production on Sept. 18. We saw Ian Bedford star as Brooklyn longshoreman Eddie...

25 09. 2017

NABJ Names Media Executive Sharon Toomer as its Executive Director

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Former journalist and public affairs senior executive brings impressive portfolio to oldest and largest journalists of color association WASHINGTON, D.C. (Sept., 25, 2017) -- National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) President Sarah Glover announces that the organization is naming Sharon Toomer, an accomplished media executive and...

22 09. 2017

NABJ & CBCF Explore Storytelling at Gathering

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National Association of Black Journalists Partners with Congressional Black Caucus Foundation at 47th Annual Legislative Conference NABJ and CBCF to explore how storytelling impacts civic engagement WASHINGTON, D.C. (Sept. 20, 2017) -- The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is partnering with the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Incorporated (CBCF)...

20 09. 2017

NABJCC Scholarship Donation Fund – Donate Today!!!

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NABJ-Chicago Chapter (NABJCC) organization is able to continue its mission because of your support and generosity. In 2017, NABJCC awarded more than $3,500 in scholarships to students. By contributing you’ll help ensure that our work continues. Online donations are quick and easy using our secure...