AAJA-LA and AAJA National Statement on the Arrest of Josie Huang


September 13, 2020 On Saturday night, Sept. 12, AAJA-LA member and KPCC/LAist reporter Josie Huang was arrested by Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies for allegedly “obstructing justice.” Huang was covering … Continue reading AAJA-LA and AAJA National Statement on the Arrest of Josie Huang

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

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 … Continue reading AAJA Stands with Journalists Pressing for Accountability in Coronavirus Response

AAJA Condemns the Conviction of Rappler Co-Founder Maria Ressa on Cyber Libel Charges


The Asian American Journalists Association joins the AAJA-Asia chapter in condemning a Manila court decision to convict Rappler co-founder and executive editor, Maria Ressa, and Reynaldo Santos, former senior writer at Rappler, … Continue reading AAJA Condemns the Conviction of Rappler Co-Founder Maria Ressa on Cyber Libel Charges