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AAJA offers resources to journalists affected by recent newsroom cuts
The board of directors and headquarters of the Asian American Journalists Association are deeply disappointed to learn of the mass layoffs at The Washington Post
February 4, 2026
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AAJA condemns threats to press freedom after the arrests of Don Lemon and Georgia Fort
The Asian American Journalists Association joins the National Association of Black Journalists to condemn the arrest of independent journalists Don Lemon and Georgia Fort in
January 30, 2026
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AAJA: Protect Journalists Covering Immigration Raids and Protests
AAJA joins NAHJ and other journalism organizations in standing with journalists who have been physically and verbally attacked by federal immigration agents while providing essential
January 29, 2026
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Applications are open for AAJA’s 2026 Mentor Match Cohort
Apply to AAJA’s year-long mentorship program AAJA’s Mentor Match program is back for 2026, welcoming a new group of mentors and mentees committed to learning
January 22, 2026
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AAJA Opportunities: 2026 Scholarships, Internships & Fellowships Now Open
Explore career-building opportunities with AAJA AAJA’s 2026 Opportunities are now open! Discover scholarships, internships, and fellowships designed to support and elevate emerging and mid-career journalists
December 10, 2025
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Applications Open for AAJA’s 2026 Executive Leadership Program
Submit your application by January 6, 2026 AAJA is accepting applications for the 2026 Executive Leadership Program, a professional development program which helps mid to
December 1, 2025
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Grieving the loss of Sophia Akimi Troetel
We are devastated to hear of the passing of Sophia Akimi Troetel, daughter of AAJA member Shannon Troetel. Troetel grew up attending AAJA conventions, often
November 12, 2025
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AAJA and AAJA-LA mourn a founder, a visionary and a friend, Dwight Chuman
AAJA is deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Dwight Chuman, one of our original six founders and a dear friend, respected peer and
November 10, 2025
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Applications for JCamp’s 2026 cohort are open!
Apply for AAJA’s national high school summer training program by January 11, 2026 Calling all high school journalists – don’t miss your chance to apply
November 3, 2025
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AAJA, NABJ, NAHJ, JAWS, and NLGJA issue statements on NBC News’ decision to lay off staffers from their sites dedicated to marginalized communities
The board members of the Asian American Journalists Association, National Association of Black Journalists, National Association of Hispanic Journalists, Journalism & Women Symposium, and NLGJA:
October 23, 2025
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VOICES 2026 applications now open for student fellows and editors
Apply to AAJA’s premier journalism fellowship for college students Join AAJA’s 2026 VOICES cohort! AAJA is seeking passionate undergraduate and graduate storytellers who are eager
October 8, 2025
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AAJA joins NAHJ and CPJ in expressing deep concern over the deportation of journalist Mario Guevara
The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) joins the National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) and the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) in expressing deep
October 3, 2025
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AAJA joins WABJ and AAJA-DC to stand in solidarity with Karen Attiah
The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) joins the Washington Association of Black Journalists (WABJ) and the AAJA-DC chapter in condemning the Washington Post’s unjust firing
September 29, 2025
Career Resources
Announcing AAJA’s 2025 Spring Scholarship, Internship, Grant, and Fellowship Recipients
The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) is proud to announce the Spring 2025 recipients of our scholarships, internships, grants, and fellowships. We’re proud to support
September 24, 2025
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Honoring the legacy of Ken Mochizuki, pioneering author and journalist
With heavy hearts, AAJA extends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Ken Mochizuki, pioneering Seattle author, journalist, educator, actor, and 2025 recipient
September 22, 2025
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AAJA stands with the Committee to Protect Journalists in calling for the safety and protection of journalists in Gaza
The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) joins the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) and other journalism organizations in calling for the international community to hold
August 25, 2025
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#AAJA25 in Seattle: Cultivating growth and reflecting on challenges, triumphs for our communities
Minneapolis, here we come! Meet us in Mill City, June 24-28, 2026 The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA)’s national convention drew nearly 1,400 attendees this
August 18, 2025
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AAJA Announces JCamp 2025 Cohort
The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) is excited to announce its 2025 JCamp cohort. JCamp 2025 is taking place from July 26-Aug. 1 in Seattle,
July 28, 2025
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Congratulations to AAJA’s 2025 VOICES fellows and editors
The Asian American Journalists Association is proud to announce the 2025 cohort of AAJA’s VOICES, a premier multimedia journalism fellowship that supports college journalists through
May 13, 2025
Career Resources
Announcing AAJA’s 2025 Fall/Winter Scholarship, Internship, and Fellowship Recipients
The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) is proud to announce the recipients of our Fall/Winter 2025 scholarships, fellowships, and internships. These opportunities support students and
May 7, 2025