Author: Yi-Shen Loo

AAJA book highlights the intersections of AAPI journalists and history

The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) is proud to announce the publication of “Intersections: A Journalistic History of Asian Pacific America,” in partnership with UCLA’s Asian American Studies Center (AASC).  The book chronicles AAPI history through pivotal events where AAPI journalists and AAJA members played crucial roles, often being the first to speak out. Chapters … Continue reading AAJA book highlights the intersections of AAPI journalists and history

Remembering trailblazing journalist and activist K.W. Lee (1928 – 2025)

The Asian American Journalists Association is deeply saddened by the passing of K.W. Lee, a beloved member of our AAJA family. He died peacefully on March 8, 2025, at the age of 96. Our condolences go out to his family, friends, and all who were touched by his legacy.  Known as the “Godfather of Asian … Continue reading Remembering trailblazing journalist and activist K.W. Lee (1928 – 2025)

#AAJA25 updates: Submit pitches for Seattle and boost your leadership by joining the Programming Committee!

pitch speakers, programs, Join the Convention Planning Committee  Happy New Year, #AAJAFamily! We’re so excited to gather in Seattle this summer – help make it our best convention yet by submitting your session ideas and joining our Convention Programming Committee.  PITCH speakers and programs We’ll be gathering during a momentous year for our Seattle chapter … Continue reading #AAJA25 updates: Submit pitches for Seattle and boost your leadership by joining the Programming Committee!

AAJA condemns racially-motivated attack on Colorado TV reporter Ja’Ronn Alex

December 30, 2024 – The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) strongly condemns the harassment and physical assault on television news reporter Ja’Ronn Alex in Grand Junction, Colorado.  Alex, of Pacific Islander descent, was verbally harassed and physically assaulted on December 18 by a man who reportedly said, “Are you even a U.S. citizen? This is … Continue reading AAJA condemns racially-motivated attack on Colorado TV reporter Ja’Ronn Alex

iHeartMedia should take action over LA radio host’s anti-Asian comments

Dec. 17, 2024 – The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) and the AAJA-Los Angeles chapter called on iHeartMedia, the largest radio network in the country, to take action amid an apparent management failure at Southern California station KFI-AM 640, which is ignoring complaints about a pattern of anti-Asian rhetoric by longtime morning host Bill Handel.  … Continue reading iHeartMedia should take action over LA radio host’s anti-Asian comments

AAJA’s Research: Measuring Progress for Change

By NAOMI TACUYAN UNDERWOOD “What gets measured gets managed.” Management expert Peter Drucker was referring to corporate strategy, but the same applies to social change. The Asian American Journalists Association has developed a robust research program for that very reason: As we push newsrooms to better reflect the communities they serve, measuring progress is essential. … Continue reading AAJA’s Research: Measuring Progress for Change

Upholding Our Voices: AAJA Board of Directors and Executive Director Respond to the 2024 Presidential Election Results

A Message from AAJA’s Board of Directors and Executive Director Dear AAJA Community, As the presidential election results came in last week, we know that our members were at the center of the news, helping people worldwide make sense of historic results that will affect so many throughout the country. We see your work, and … Continue reading Upholding Our Voices: AAJA Board of Directors and Executive Director Respond to the 2024 Presidential Election Results

Make 2025 the year you step into your leadership, with new support from AAJA

Rising newsroom leaders: You can make 2025 the year you step fully into your leadership, with new support from the Asian American Journalists Association for members accepted into the nation’s top journalism leadership programs. The first round of applications is open now. Thanks to a generous gift from Simon and June Li, two fellows will … Continue reading Make 2025 the year you step into your leadership, with new support from AAJA

At #AAJA24, inspiration, connections and reunions abound

Close to 1,500 Asian American Journalism Association members descended on Austin for AAJA’s 2024 National Convention, where they explored everything from covering the upcoming election to the ethics of AI in journalism to the challenges of reporting on growing Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities in Texas. The AAJA convention barely affected the sun-baked streets … Continue reading At #AAJA24, inspiration, connections and reunions abound

At every step of my career, AAJA has been there

AAJA has launched its Futures Fund campaign, which will ensure the longevity of the association. To learn more or make a donation, click here. By Nicole Dungca Recently, I had the honor of addressing a gathering of longtime Asian American Journalists Association members in the San Francisco Bay Area. Looking out at the room, I … Continue reading At every step of my career, AAJA has been there