MediaWatch
What is AAJA MediaWatch?
As part of the mission of the Asian American Journalists Association, AAJA MediaWatch addresses issues of unfair and inaccurate news media coverage about Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
Issues that appear in the newspaper, magazines, on the television news, online media, or broadcast on radio may be addressed by the organization. See our current guidelines.
Among the ways AAJA responds are by sending a letter, calling or meeting with publishers, editors or staff of the media companies to discuss the issue or complaint. AAJA may also issue a statement, press release or media alert about the issue.
Report an Incident
If you come across an issue for AAJA MediaWatch, let us know by filling out a report to us online.
Alerts!
See the Alerts! page for issues of concern regarding negative portrayals or comments about AAPIs.
Fresh View
The views expressed in Fresh View are solely those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect those of AAJA. For consideration as the next columnist, e-mail mediawatch@aaja.org.
Eye on the News
AAJA and ABC Tangle Over Pronunciation of "Sikh"
AAJA cites ABC for mispronouncing "Sikh." Sept. 8-12 updates: WABC-TV defends their pronunciation; AAJA apologizes and posts correction.September 12, 2008
AAJA Responds to Kathie Lee Gifford's Mock Chinese Accent
Gifford is co-host of the Today show.August 29, 2008
AAJA Cites BBC For Using Derogatory Term
The term "Chinaman" was used in a BBC broadcast.August 22, 2008
Minn. Radio Host Implies Asians Look Alike - AAJA Chapter Responds
A KSTP radio host made the remarks during the U.S. Women's Open golf championship, which featured numerous Asian golfers.August 8, 2008
Minn. TV Station Refers to "Asian Invasion" of International Golfers
The Seattle Times ran a story about police pursuing a male groping suspect. The newspaper reported that he attacked women "described as Asian or Asian American," which a reader argued that differentiating between "Asian" and "Asian American" is unnecessary in this context. AAJA MediaWatch Committee responded to the reader.July 7, 2008
Racial Identifiers: 'Asian' or 'Asian American'?
The Seattle Times ran a story about police pursuing a male groping suspect. The newspaper reported that he attacked women "described as Asian or Asian American," which a reader argued that differentiating between "Asian" and "Asian American" is unnecessary in this context. AAJA MediaWatch Committee responded to the reader.July 7, 2008
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