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AAJA’s 2023 Executive Leadership Program (ELP) Is Now Accepting Applications

Apply to be part of the 2023 cohort by March 1, 2023 Applications for AAJA’s 2023 Executive Leadership Program are now open! ELP is our signature program for mid- to senior-level journalists that trains the next executive leaders in newsrooms. The program prepares journalists for advancing their careers and developing new skills to lead and … Continue reading AAJA’s 2023 Executive Leadership Program (ELP) Is Now Accepting Applications

Announcing JCal, AAJA’s New Program in Partnership with CalMatters

APPLY FOR THE PROGRAM BY FEB. 1, 2023 The Asian American Journalists Association is proud to announce JCal, a new program for high school students, created in partnership with CalMatters. JCal is an all-inclusive, expenses-paid journalism program that immerses high school students from across California into the state’s news ecosystem. This unique partnership will provide … Continue reading Announcing JCal, AAJA’s New Program in Partnership with CalMatters

AAJA Offers Resources to Journalists Affected by Wave of Layoffs

The Board of Directors and headquarters of AAJA have compiled resources to help journalists who have been affected by layoffs at organizations across the country, including CNN, Gannett, Buzzfeed, and The Washington Post. Our thoughts go out to those who have lost their jobs during this difficult time. AAJA is activating our wide network of … Continue reading AAJA Offers Resources to Journalists Affected by Wave of Layoffs

AAJA Announces Launch of 2023 Scholarships, Internships and Fellowships

Apply for internship, scholarship and fellowship opportunities We’re excited to officially launch the AAJA’s scholarships, internships and fellowships for 2023 today! To view all opportunities for internships, scholarships and fellowships, please visit our scholarships and internships page and read through carefully. Please ensure that you meet the individual opportunity’s criteria. We are currently accepting applications … Continue reading AAJA Announces Launch of 2023 Scholarships, Internships and Fellowships

AAJA and MVJ Urge Newsrooms to Avoid Using the Word “Kamikaze” in Ukraine Coverage

The Asian American Journalists Association and Military Veterans in Journalism urge newsrooms to refrain from use of the Japanese word “kamikaze” to describe the self-detonating Iranian-made drones that Russia is using to conduct attacks in Ukraine. It is an inaccurate use of the term in the context of the developments in Ukraine, and the term … Continue reading AAJA and MVJ Urge Newsrooms to Avoid Using the Word “Kamikaze” in Ukraine Coverage

AAJA SVP Special Election 2022-2023: Results Announced

The Asian American Journalists Association is proud to announce the elected 2022-2023 Senior Vice President. Frank Bi will serve as Senior Vice President for the remainder of the 2022-2023 term. Learn more about his vision for the role here. The senior vice president shall oversee directors of platforms and affinity groups, to ensure direct representation … Continue reading AAJA SVP Special Election 2022-2023: Results Announced

The Asian American Journalists Association and The Very Asian Foundation Launch #VeryAAJA Fundraiser

All proceeds will go towards AAJA and The Very Asian Foundation – DONATE HERE! The Asian American Journalists Association and The Very Asian Foundation, founded by AAJA members Michelle Li and Gia Vang, are proud to announce the extension of our limited edition print run “VeryAAJA” t-shirts. The t-shirts, which were previously available at convention … Continue reading The Asian American Journalists Association and The Very Asian Foundation Launch #VeryAAJA Fundraiser

Asian American Journalists Association Honors Henry Fuhrmann with the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award

The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) is honored to award Henry Fuhrmann, long-time Los Angeles Times copy editor and AAJA member, with the 2023 AAJA Lifetime Achievement Award for his lifelong dedication to excellence in journalism, his leadership through humble service, his generous mentorship of future generations, and commitment to AAJA. Henry’s guidance and voice … Continue reading Asian American Journalists Association Honors Henry Fuhrmann with the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award

Henry Fuhrmann dies at 65; tenacious editor and our dear friend

It is with heavy hearts that the Asian American Journalists Association extends our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Henry Fuhrmann, a long-time and beloved member of our AAJA family.  Henry, a long-time copy editor at The Los Angeles Times, died Sept. 14 after a brief and sudden illness, according to his family. … Continue reading Henry Fuhrmann dies at 65; tenacious editor and our dear friend

AAJA Pacific Islander Task Force Announces NAJA-AAJA Journalism Scholarship Recipients

The Asian American Journalists Association Pacific Islander Task Force is excited to announce  the recipients of the first annual NAJA-AAJA Pacific Islander Journalism Scholarship in partnership with the Native American Journalists Association.  Amee Hi‘ilawe Neves is a University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa student pursuing a degree in broadcast journalism. She was valedictorian of Wai‘anae High School … Continue reading AAJA Pacific Islander Task Force Announces NAJA-AAJA Journalism Scholarship Recipients