Tag: 2025

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 WABJ and AAJA-DC to stand in solidarity with Karen Attiah

The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) joins the Washington Association of Black Journalists (WABJ) and the AAJA-DC chapter in condemning the Washington Post’s unjust firing of Karen Attiah. The Post said that Attiah, a longtime opinion columnist and member of the WABJ, was fired for “gross misconduct” relating to her social media posts. She was … Continue reading AAJA joins WABJ and AAJA-DC to stand in solidarity with Karen Attiah

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

AAJA stands with the Committee to Protect Journalists in calling for the safety and protection of journalists in Gaza

The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) joins the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) and other journalism organizations in calling for the international community to hold Israel accountable for the continued targeting of journalists. Most recently, at least 5 journalists were killed in strikes on Nasser hospital in southern Gaza. We stand with CPJ and many … Continue reading AAJA stands with the Committee to Protect Journalists in calling for the safety and protection of journalists in Gaza

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

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

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

#AAJA25 updates: Submit pitches for Seattle and boost your leadership by joining the Programming Committee!

pitch speakers, programs, Join the Convention Planning Committee  Happy New Year, #AAJAFamily! We’re so excited to gather in Seattle this summer – help make it our best convention yet by submitting your session ideas and joining our Convention Programming Committee.  PITCH speakers and programs We’ll be gathering during a momentous year for our Seattle chapter … Continue reading #AAJA25 updates: Submit pitches for Seattle and boost your leadership by joining the Programming Committee!