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NABJ News

NABJ Announces 33rd Annual NABJ Multimedia Short Course Participants

Washington, DC | 3 weeks ago

NABJ congratulates our 33rd Annual NABJ Multimedia Short Course participants. Students representing universities and colleges nationwide will receive coaching and training from industry professional...

NABJ Addresses Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Rollbacks at Paramount/CBS and Apple

Washington, DC | 1 month ago

NABJ supports and stands with our members and all employees at Paramount/CBS as they resist the company's harmful rollbacks of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

NABJ Issues Statement on Recent Changes at NBCUniversal

Washington, DC | 1 month ago

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) met with NBCUniversal’s head of diversity yesterday to discuss concerns about recent changes that have affected the Black voices seen and heard on air every day. While NBCUniversal leadership has assured us they are committed to elevating Black voices, we are disappointed by the removal of Joy Reid from her slot. Reid is a longtime journalist and host of The ReidOut, a major political commentary program.

NABJ Announces 2025 Convention Co-Chairs and Theme

Washington, DC | 2 months ago

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is headed to Cleveland this summer to host its annual Convention & Career Fair. Held Aug. 6-10, 2025, the theme, “Resilience, Advocacy, Excellence: Evolution of Our Voices,” will pay homage to NABJ’s 50th anniversary with special celebrations throughout the event. Helping bring the convention theme to life are two convention co-chairs with deep connections to the Cleveland community and two returning program co-chairs.

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2025 NABJ Region III Conference
Johnson C. Smith University, Charlotte, North Carolina,
April 10-12, 2025 | Johnson C. Smith University | Charlotte, N.C. Theme: POWER FORWARD Thanks to Our Partners and Sponsors:   IDA B. WELLS SOCIETY & […]
April 10, 2025 12:00 am in 1 week
Posted by: kstewart
2025 NABJ Region I Conference
Howard University, Washington, D.C.,
April 11-12, 2025 | All Sessions: Howard University, Blackburn Center, 2397 6th St NW, Washington, D.C.   Theme: Innovate, Inspire, Impact: Journalism in Action Thanks to […]
April 11, 2025 12:00 am in 2 weeks
Posted by: kstewart
2025 NABJ Emerging and Investigative Journalists Summit
New York, New York,
April 26, 2025 | New York, NY  Theme: Together We Rise Thanks to Our Partners and Sponsors: Gray Media & Investigative  TV NBCUniversal Report for America […]
April 26, 2025 12:00 am in 4 weeks
Posted by: kstewart
2025 NABJ Convention & Career Fair Save the Date
Cleveland, Ohio, Cleveland, OH United States
Join us for an extraordinary gathering filled with innovative programs, remarkable presenters, and fantastic networking opportunities as NABJ members, partners, colleagues, and supporters come together for […]
August 6, 2025 12:00 am in 4 months
Posted by: kstewart

Career Center

Job Title Company Location
Jim Lehrer Fellow, PBS News Hour Virginia WETA Arlington
News Assistant – Politics Virginia WETA Arlington
Staff Writer New York The Atlantic New York
Copy Editor New York The Atlantic New York
Energy Environment Reporter, Virginia Mercury Virginia States Newsroom Richmond
Managing Editor Wisconsin Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service Milwaukee
News Director Missouri Northwest Missouri State University Maryville
Senior Producer, The Big Weekend Show New York FOX Corporation New York
Job Title Jim Lehrer Fellow, PBS News Hour
Company Virginia WETA
Location Arlington
Job Title News Assistant – Politics
Company Virginia WETA
Location Arlington
Job Title Staff Writer
Company New York The Atlantic
Location New York
Job Title Copy Editor
Company New York The Atlantic
Location New York
Job Title Energy Environment Reporter, Virginia Mercury
Company Virginia States Newsroom
Location Richmond
Job Title Managing Editor
Company Wisconsin Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Location Milwaukee
Job Title News Director
Company Missouri Northwest Missouri State University
Location Maryville
Job Title Senior Producer, The Big Weekend Show
Company New York FOX Corporation
Location New York
Job Title Reporter, ProPublica Texas Tribune Initiative
Company Texas ProPublica
Location Austin
Job Title Communications Director
Company Texas KERA
Location Dallas

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📽️Press play and join us in #Cleveland, Aug. 6-10, 2025 for the #NABJ25 Convention & Career....
📽️Press play and join us in #Cleveland, Aug. 6-10, 2025 for the #NABJ25 Convention & Career Fair as we celebrate our Golden Anniversary! Early-bird registration discounts end April 1! Save your seat! Register online today! NABJConvention.com
🟡 Welcome to Houston #NABJBasics attendees. Get ready for a day of inspiration and empowermen....
🟡 Welcome to Houston #NABJBasics attendees. Get ready for a day of inspiration and empowerment! From 7-10 a.m., on-site registration & preregistration check-in will be available at TSU’s Jesse H. Jones School of Business Foyer.
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🚨Don’t miss out! Early-bird registration for the 2025 #NABJRegion3 Conference ends MONDAY, ....
🚨Don’t miss out! Early-bird registration for the 2025 #NABJRegion3 Conference ends MONDAY, March 31! There's something for everyone! From leadership training and a political town hall to a day-long student success workshop, where trainees earn certificates. Join us April 10–12 ...
🚨 Early-Bird Deadline Alert for #NABJRegion1!Secure your spot for the NABJ Region 1 Conferenc....
🚨 Early-Bird Deadline Alert for #NABJRegion1!
Secure your spot for the NABJ Region 1 Conference online by March 31 and save! 🎯 On-site registration is also available during the event! Join our career fair with regional and national employers and ...
🔔Great news! #NABJ will offer foundational journalism training this weekend in #Houston. It's....
🔔Great news! #NABJ will offer foundational journalism training this weekend in #Houston. It's not too late to attend #NABJBasics Bootcamp, hosted at and sponsored by
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Repost: Posted @withregram • @nabjphilly “Dismantling of the Community and Engagement Desk a....
Repost: Posted @withregram • @nabjphilly “Dismantling of the Community and Engagement Desk at The Inquirer”
NABJ Philadelphia has submitted this statement to the leadership at The Inquirer in response to its recent decision regarding the Community and Engagement Desk.

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