News/PR/Statements, Asian American Journalists Association

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 mentorship with industry professionals. This year’s cohort will be guided by a dynamic team of accomplished editors and newsroom leaders. For over 30 years, the VOICES program has provided student … Continue reading Congratulations to AAJA’s 2025 VOICES fellows and editors

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 emerging journalists by providing hands-on experience and financial support as they pursue careers in journalism and media. Thank you to our judges and sponsors. White House Correspondents’ Association This scholarship … Continue reading Announcing AAJA’s 2025 Fall/Winter Scholarship, Internship, and Fellowship Recipients

Congratulations to AAJA’s 2025 U.S. Executive Leadership Program Cohort

The Asian American Journalists Association is pleased to announce the 30th cohort of the 2025 U.S. Executive Leadership Program (ELP). This year, 24 participants will take part in virtual and in-person training sessions, focused on strengthening their leadership and management skills. The program will conclude with a final session at the #AAJA25 convention in Seattle, … Continue reading Congratulations to AAJA’s 2025 U.S. Executive Leadership Program Cohort

AAJA announces the Yasutsune “Tony” Hirashiki Scholarship Fund

Scholarship to honor a legendary AAPI journalist and support intergenerational mentorship across ELP and VOICES The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) is proud to announce the launch of the Yasutsune “Tony” Hirashiki Scholarship Fund. This annual intergenerational scholarship supports journalists at different stages of their careers, with one award covering tuition and a small stipend … Continue reading AAJA announces the Yasutsune “Tony” Hirashiki Scholarship Fund

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)

AAJA statement on MSNBC’s cancellation of The Katie Phang Show and Alex Wagner Tonight

The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) is deeply concerned about MSNBC’s recent cancellation of The Katie Phang Show and Alex Wagner Tonight, two of the few national news programs anchored by Asian Americans. This decision represents a step backward in an industry that still struggles with equitable representation. AAJA leaders met with NBCUniversal executives on … Continue reading AAJA statement on MSNBC’s cancellation of The Katie Phang Show and Alex Wagner Tonight

AAJA awards its first Simon and June Li Leadership Transformation Fellowship cohort of Spring 2025

Three leaders participate in prestigious programs with AAJA funding support The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) is thrilled to announce the first cohort of its Simon and June Li Leadership Transformation Fellowship, a unique program that supports the best and the brightest Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) journalists to accelerate their media leadership and … Continue reading AAJA awards its first Simon and June Li Leadership Transformation Fellowship cohort of Spring 2025

This Lunar New Year, we’re grateful for our AAJA family

To our AAJA family, As this Year of the Wood Snake begins, I find myself profoundly grateful for our AAJA community. Across the world, our chapters are ringing in the Lunar New Year with parties, banquets, and brunches. Whether or not you grew up celebrating Lunar New Year in your household, AAJA has helped make … Continue reading This Lunar New Year, we’re grateful for our AAJA family

Apply for AAJA’s 2025 internships, scholarships and fellowships

Apply for Scholarship, Internship and Fellowship opportunities Featured image: Daniel Lam ‘22, Sejal Govindarao ‘24, and Juhi Doshi ‘23, 2022, 2023 and 2024 White House Correspondents’ Association Scholarship recipients We’re excited to announce that AAJA’s 2025 scholarships, internships, and fellowships are now open! Explore the complete list of opportunities on our scholarships and internships page, … Continue reading Apply for AAJA’s 2025 internships, scholarships and fellowships