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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 and growth! The program is designed to spark meaningful connections and support long-term professional relationships across our community. APPLICATIONS Applications to be part of the 2026 Mentor Match cohort are … Continue reading Applications are open for AAJA’s 2026 Mentor Match Cohort

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 across every medium – from digital and print to broadcast and radio. Explore our full list of opportunities on the Scholarships & Internships page, review eligibility details, and find the … Continue reading AAJA Opportunities: 2026 Scholarships, Internships & Fellowships Now Open

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 senior career journalists and media professionals build community, grow their confidence, and develop the practical leadership skills needed to thrive in today’s evolving media landscape. The 2026 cohort will participate … Continue reading Applications Open for AAJA’s 2026 Executive Leadership Program

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 for JCamp 2026! Our signature program will take place in Minneapolis, Minnesota from June 20-26, 2026, coinciding with AAJA’s national convention. JCamp gives students the opportunity to strengthen their reporting … Continue reading Applications for JCamp’s 2026 cohort are open!

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: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists are deeply disappointed by the decision by NBC News to lay off staffers from their sites dedicated to marginalized communities. While cutting nearly 7 percent … Continue reading AAJA, NABJ, NAHJ, JAWS, and NLGJA issue statements on NBC News’ decision to lay off staffers from their sites dedicated to marginalized communities

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 to improve their reporting skills by participating in an intensive, multimedia fellowship program. Selected fellows will be given the opportunity to produce ambitious reporting on wide-range of AANHPI issues to … Continue reading VOICES 2026 applications now open for student fellows and editors

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 of Karen Attiah. The Post said that Attiah, a longtime opinion columnist and member of the WABJ, was fired for “gross misconduct” relating to her social media posts. She was … Continue reading AAJA joins WABJ and AAJA-DC to stand in solidarity with Karen Attiah

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 the growth of these students and journalists through financial assistance and impactful opportunities. Thank you to our judges and sponsors. Jimmie & Suey Fong Yee Grants RECIPIENTS: Heather Chen and … Continue reading Announcing AAJA’s 2025 Spring Scholarship, Internship, Grant, and Fellowship Recipients

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 Israel accountable for the continued targeting of journalists. Most recently, at least 5 journalists were killed in strikes on Nasser hospital in southern Gaza. We stand with CPJ and many … Continue reading AAJA stands with the Committee to Protect Journalists in calling for the safety and protection of journalists in Gaza

#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 year in Seattle from July 30 to August 3 – marking its first return to the city since 1999. For five days, AAPI journalists from across the country joined together, … Continue reading #AAJA25 in Seattle: Cultivating growth and reflecting on challenges, triumphs for our communities