The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) mourns the loss of beloved Founding Executive Director, Paul H. Brock, 89. He passed Sunday morning on March 14, leaving behind a loving family, many colleagues and mentees. Details of his homegoing will be announced in the coming...
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HFPA Agrees to Meet with NABJ to Help Increase Diversity During the Golden Globes Awards, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) announced that they will rectify the lack of Black journalists among their ranks. According to Variety, former HFPA President Meher Tatna admitted they had not had...
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NABJ Launches “The Black Press Grant Program” to Sponsor Freelance Reporters and Producers WASHINGTON — The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) will provide grant funding directly to support freelance reporters and producers at Black-owned media outlets through the “Black Press Grant Program.” The program is...
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NABJ and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, LLC (“CZI”) are launching an initiative to support Black-owned media companies’ coverage of COVID-19 and Education. The initiative’s goal is to generate and/or aggregate local enterprise, investigative and public affairs stories that are potentially life-saving for Black communities. NABJ...
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In the history of television, no African American has ever run a network news division. With the news of James Goldston’s decision to step down after 17 years at ABC News, National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) leaders say the time for that glass ceiling...
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The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) met Sunday night with CBS officials regarding disturbing revelations and allegations from the LA Times about the racism and toxic work environment at the company, specifically the CBS Television Stations. Those stations operate under the leadership of Peter...
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In need of feedback on your work? Well, look no further! The VTF is launching a new opportunity to get your work critiqued by industry professionals with your best interest in mind, but who’ll give it to you straight! You won't want to miss this. We have a fantastic...
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Dear Members and Supporters, As you know, these are dangerous times for our country and our profession, especially with the most recent violent physical attacks during the Capitol insurrection. As journalists continue to be targets of extremists, it is reasonable to assume there may be more attacks...
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The tragic death of George Floyd continues to have a far-reaching impact on America. It fueled awareness of Black Lives Matter and a myriad of advocacy initiatives, including those of the National Association of Black Journalists. The acute awakening of America to the serious issues...
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