Press Release, Asian American Journalists Association

Announcing AAJA’s 2026 Summer Scholarship, Internship, Grant, and Fellowship Recipients

Congratulations to the summer 2026 recipients of the Asian American Journalists Association’s scholarships, internships, grants, and fellowships. These opportunities are made possible through the support of our judges, partners, sponsors, and everyone who contributes to investing in the next generation of journalists. AAJA Original Founders Executive Leadership Program Fellowship RECIPIENT: Megan Cattel Megan is an … Continue reading Announcing AAJA’s 2026 Summer Scholarship, Internship, Grant, and Fellowship Recipients

“Beyond grateful and honored” – Cedric Derecho receives AAJA’s 2026 Jimmie & Suey Fong Yee Grant through Sports Task Force

For anyone in the sports broadcast industry, the path often times resembles a minor league baseball career, with stints in tiny cities to start, at salaries that would shock many, in the quest of pursuing career dreams. Cedric Derecho is in his first year on this journey. Last November, Derecho secured that first job at … Continue reading “Beyond grateful and honored” – Cedric Derecho receives AAJA’s 2026 Jimmie & Suey Fong Yee Grant through Sports Task Force

AAJA Announces JCamp 2026 Cohort, program celebrates 25 years

The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) is proud to introduce its 2026 JCamp cohort and mark a major milestone: the 25th anniversary of the program. Founded in 2001 by Mark Angeles, Josh Freedom du Lac, and Neal Justin, JCamp has grown into one of the nation’s premier journalism programs for high school students. Since its … Continue reading AAJA Announces JCamp 2026 Cohort, program celebrates 25 years

AAJA stands in support of journalist Vivian Wang, who was expelled from China

The Asian American Journalists Association stands in support of The New York Times reporter Vivian Wang, whose expulsion by the Chinese government in February was made public last Friday. AAJA vehemently opposes restrictions that undermine press freedom and limit journalists’ ability to report. When journalists are restricted or expelled, audiences lose access to on-the-ground reporting, … Continue reading AAJA stands in support of journalist Vivian Wang, who was expelled from China

Congratulations to AAJA’s 2026 VOICES fellows and editors

The Asian American Journalists Association is proud to introduce the 2026 cohort of VOICES, our premier multimedia journalism fellowship dedicated to uplifting the next generation of student journalists. This year’s fellows will work closely with an accomplished group of editors and newsroom leaders, gaining hands-on experience and thoughtful mentorship as they report on stories that … Continue reading Congratulations to AAJA’s 2026 VOICES fellows and editors

Congratulations to AAJA’s 2026 U.S. Executive Leadership Program Cohort

The Asian American Journalists Association is proud to introduce the 31st cohort of the 2026 U.S. Executive Leadership Program (ELP). This year, 18 participants will engage in a series of virtual and in-person training sessions designed to strengthen their leadership and management skills. The program will culminate with a final session at the #AAJA26 convention … Continue reading Congratulations to AAJA’s 2026 U.S. Executive Leadership Program Cohort

“Humbling and motivating” – Ira Gorawara receives AAJA’s 2026 Al Young Sports Journalism Scholarship through Sports Task Force

When Ira Gorawara’s phone buzzed with a number she didn’t recognize, she nearly didn’t answer the call. Gorawara’s grateful not to have followed her original intuition. It was Al Young on the other end of the line, informing the senior student from UCLA that she was the 2026 recipient of the $2,500 Al Young Sports Journalism Scholarship through … Continue reading “Humbling and motivating” – Ira Gorawara receives AAJA’s 2026 Al Young Sports Journalism Scholarship through Sports Task Force

“Incredibly honored” – Gareth Kwok receives AAJA’s 2026 Michael Kim Journalism Fellowship through Sports Task Force

As a 15-year-old, Gareth Kwok attended his first AAJA National Convention with his aunt. He was intrigued with the possibilities of a sports broadcasting career. He took pictures with the likes of Cary Chow, Kevin Negandhi, and Tommy Tran. And he also had a picture taken with the legend known widely throughout the AAJA community as “The Godfather” – … Continue reading “Incredibly honored” – Gareth Kwok receives AAJA’s 2026 Michael Kim Journalism Fellowship through Sports Task Force

Announcing AAJA’s 2026 Spring Scholarship, Internship, Grant, and Fellowship Recipients

The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) is proud to announce the spring 2026 recipients of our scholarships, internships, grants, and fellowships. Thank you to our judges, partners, guardians, and sponsors who contribute in various ways to make these opportunities impactful. ABC News / AAJA Alexa Valiente Summer Internship & William Woo Print and Online News … Continue reading Announcing AAJA’s 2026 Spring Scholarship, Internship, Grant, and Fellowship Recipients

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 and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and have compiled resources to assist journalists recently affected. We stand in solidarity with the Post’s Guild in opposing the cuts and in supporting the journalists … Continue reading AAJA offers resources to journalists affected by recent newsroom cuts