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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
Read MoreNational 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)...
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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...
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By Deborah Douglas: The world has been a slave to sugar for so long that Cook County residents who are sour on a new penny-an-ounce sugar tax have missed the social justice implications of the measure. While folks aren’t buying the health argument for taxing the ubiquitous substance...
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Frequently Asked Questions - Scripps Journalism Career Program (JCP) What are the goals of The E.W. Scripps Company in association with this program? Our hope is to offer new graduates from quality Journalism programs experience and training to jump-start their career. Ultimately we wish to build a...
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