10/22/2024

The NABJ Family Mourns the Loss of 2019 Journalist of Distinction Mel Showers

The NABJ family is mourning the loss of 2019 Journalist of Distinction honoree Mel Showers. In the 1960s, Showers broke down barriers that paved the way for […]
06/26/2024

NABJ Mourns the Loss of Past President, Journalism Pioneer Mervin Aubespin

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is mourning the loss of Mervin “Merv” Aubespin, who dedicated his life to creating opportunities for Black journalists and […]
04/16/2024

NABJ Remembers Sarah-Ann Shaw: NABJ Pillar & Boston’s First Black Woman TV Reporter

In the early days of NABJ, Sarah-Ann Shaw was among the brave group of journalists and communicators working tirelessly behind the scenes to create an organization […]
04/09/2024

NABJ Celebrates the Life and Legacy of James Washington, a Stalwart of the Black Press

A mentor, a teacher, a media mogul. This is how his former mentees and industry colleagues described James Washington when he was nominated for and received […]
08/31/2023

NABJ Mourns the Loss of Steve Crump, First Journalist of Distinction

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is mourning the loss of longtime member and esteemed journalist Steve Crump, who passed away today after a courageous […]
07/29/2023

NABJ Mourns the Loss of Founder William Dilday

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is mourning the loss of William Dilday. Dilday passed Thursday, July 27, leaving behind his loving family, many colleagues […]
07/22/2023

NABJ Mourns the Loss of Longtime Member Ray Metoyer

With a heavy heart, the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) mourns the loss of longtime member Ray Metoyer. Metoyer died yesterday in Atlanta after a […]
11/10/2022

NABJ Celebrates the Legacy of Fred Hickman

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) mourns the loss of pioneering sports broadcaster Fred Hickman, who passed Wednesday at 66. With a career spanning more […]
04/04/2022

NABJ Remembers Legendary Journalist Bruce Johnson

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is mourning the loss of longtime and beloved member Bruce Johnson.  Johnson, who died of heart failure, was a […]