Press Release, Asian American Journalists Association, Page 13

AAJA National Board’s Message To Members On Allyship For Our Black Colleagues

The Asian American Journalists Association stands in solidarity with our black colleagues during this challenging time. Just as we stand up to racism against Asian American and Pacific Islander communities, we stand up to racism against the black community, including the targeted and violent actions toward journalists of color during the protests of the last week. … Continue reading AAJA National Board’s Message To Members On Allyship For Our Black Colleagues

AAJA Joins Press Freedom Groups In Calling For Journalists Rights and Safety

The Asian American Journalists Association joins press freedom groups calling for journalists’ rights and safety in light of incidents related to nationwide protests. Over the past two days, AAJA signed on to letters led by the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press and the National Press Club calling for full protection of journalists as … Continue reading AAJA Joins Press Freedom Groups In Calling For Journalists Rights and Safety

AAJA Condemns Arrest of CNN Crew While Covering Protests in Minneapolis

The Asian American Journalists Association stands in solidarity with journalists and commends them for their work covering the ongoing protests.

AAJA Stands with Journalists Pressing for Accountability in Coronavirus Response

The Asian American Journalists Association commends journalists who are asking the tough questions and holding our elected officials accountable, especially in their coverage of how governments are responding to keep Americans safe and healthy during the coronavirus pandemic. We stand by AAJA member and CBS White House correspondent Weijia Jiang and her fellow press corps … Continue reading AAJA Stands with Journalists Pressing for Accountability in Coronavirus Response

AAJA’s Muslim American Task Force (MATF) Announces Storytelling Collaboration with Muslim.co, featuring profiles from MATF’s Source List

The AAJA Muslim American Task Force is proud to announce a collaboration with AAJA Catalyst program alum Ameer Al-Khatahtbeh to launch a storytelling project that spotlights Muslim American stories. Featuring Muslim Americans from MATF’s source list, this storytelling project will profile 10 Muslim American stories on the newly launched Muslim.co platform, which is a virtual community … Continue reading AAJA’s Muslim American Task Force (MATF) Announces Storytelling Collaboration with Muslim.co, featuring profiles from MATF’s Source List

AAJA Joins Nationwide Campaign to Show Gratitude To Journalist During COVID-19

The #PRESSentials and #ThankAJourno campaign recognizes journalists’ efforts on the frontlines of COVID-19.

AAJA Mourns The Loss of Liyna Anwar

AAJA sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Liyna Anwar, who was a beloved member of the AAJA family. She will be missed.

AAJA Mourns The Loss of Anick Jesdanun

AAJA sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Anick Jesdanun, veteran journalist and a longtime member of the AAJA family.

AAJA Mourns the Loss of Maria Mercader

The Asian American Journalists Association sends our sympathies and condolences to the family of Maria Mercader, a longtime and beloved member of our community.

Joint Statement Denouncing Anti-Asian Racism During Coronavirus Outbreak

The Asian American Journalists Association, along with our fellow diversity associations, denounces the escalating violence and rhetoric aimed at Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, including journalists, amid the coronavirus outbreak.