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NABJ Member’s Lawsuit in Ohio Arrest Continues to Raise Concerns About Press Freedom

Washington, DC | 3 weeks ago

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) has been outspoken in recent years about a surge in efforts to suppress press freedom. We issue this statement to once again implore all federal ...

NABJ President Appoints Melony Roy Region I Director

Washington, DC | 4 weeks ago

National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) President Ken Lemon has announced the appointment of member Melony Roy as the newest addition to the Board of Directors. Roy will serve as the Region I Director for 2023-2025.

NABJ Stands with Rachel Scott

Washington, DC | 1 month ago

The National Association of Black Journalists stands with and supports Rachel Scott, a longtime NABJ family member.  This past week, Scott was jeered at by Republican House of Representative members after simply doing her job — asking questions and holding elected officials accountable. Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-N.C.) yelled, “Shut up, shut up!” “We are disappointed by those select few members of Congress who took such actions against Rachel,” said NABJ President Ken Lemon. “Reporters should be allowed to do their jobs without harassment and badgering. The freedom of the press must be respected at all levels of government.”

NABJ Welcomes New Chapter in Philly, New Chapters at Morehouse College, Langston University, University of Oregon

Philadelphia | 1 month ago

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) proudly announces the approval of several new chapters during Friday's Board of Directors meeting in Philadelphia. Among the list, representing NABJ Region I, is the new affiliate NABJ chapter in Philadelphia — NABJ-Philadelphia, bringing back an official chapter to the historic city. -Langston University Association of Black Journalists (NABJ Region III) -Morehouse College Association of Black Journalists [Also serving Spelman College] (NABJ Region III) -University of Oregon NABJ (NABJ Region IV)

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