Category: News

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 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 concern over the deportation of journalist Mario Guevara. Guevara, an award-winning Spanish language journalist, had been detained in ICE custody since June for his coverage of the No Kings protests … Continue reading AAJA joins NAHJ and CPJ in expressing deep concern over the deportation of journalist Mario Guevara

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

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 of our Lifetime Achievement Award. After a fight with esophageal cancer, he passed away on September 20.  Growing up in South Seattle’s Beacon Hill neighborhood, Mochizuki’s path to becoming an … Continue reading Honoring the legacy of Ken Mochizuki, pioneering author and journalist

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, Washington. Students will be able to attend the camp at no cost to their families, thanks in large part to the support of generous donors such as the Annie E. … Continue reading AAJA Announces JCamp 2025 Cohort

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

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)

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