Three years after AAJA started focusing on journalists’ mental wellness, new resources are available but structural change is scarce


By Jin Ding and Naomi Tacuyan Underwood Three years ago, the Asian American Journalists Association launched a mental wellness program for members; this included a mini-grant fund to make professional therapy more accessible, as well as a regular facilitated listening series, The Space. The first “The Space” session, “Attack on AAPIs,” was tragically timely, occurring … Continue reading Three years after AAJA started focusing on journalists’ mental wellness, new resources are available but structural change is scarce

VOICES 2024 applications open for student fellows and editors


Apply to AAJA’s flagship summer program for college students Join AAJA’s 2024 VOICES cohort! Our multimedia journalism training fellowship is for college and graduate students. This year’s program will focus on Asian Americans in the upcoming election cycle, broadly defined. We’re looking for undergraduate and graduate students who are great storytellers and interested in new … Continue reading VOICES 2024 applications open for student fellows and editors

#AAJA24 Updates: Pitch form open, join the Programming Committee!


Join the Convention Planning Committee, pitch speakers, programs   AAJA Family, we know it’s early in the year, but we’re already excited for #AAJA24 in August! As we ramp up our preparations, we invite you to share ideas with us — from speakers to sessions or even getting involved with our Convention Programming Committee.  Pitch … Continue reading #AAJA24 Updates: Pitch form open, join the Programming Committee!

AAJA Executive Leadership Program (ELP) Applications Now Open


APPLY TO BE PART OF THE 2024 COHORT BEFORE JANUARY 20, 2024 Applications for AAJA’s 2024 Executive Leadership Program are now open! ELP provides mid to senior-level career professionals with the training and skills needed to become journalism industry leaders.  Our 2024 program will be hybrid, with virtual sessions and in-person components. The opening session … Continue reading AAJA Executive Leadership Program (ELP) Applications Now Open

Applications for JCamp 2024 are now open


Apply for AAJA’s AAJA’s national high school summer training program by March 1, 2024 Applications for JCamp 2024 are now open! This year’s program will be in Austin, Texas from August 3-9, 2024. It will coincide with AAJA’s convention in Austin, Texas.  High school sophomores and juniors with a strong interest in journalism are encouraged … Continue reading Applications for JCamp 2024 are now open

Nominations Now Open for the AAJA 2024 Awards


Honor #AAJAExcellence and submit work or nominate for Journalism Excellence and Community Awards The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) is now accepting submissions and nominations for our 2024 Awards! Our Journalism Excellence Awards honor the best journalism by AAJA members in 2023, while our Community Awards aim to celebrate the outstanding contributions of AAJA members, … Continue reading Nominations Now Open for the AAJA 2024 Awards

AAJA Mentor Match Opens 2024 Cohort Applications


AAJA Mentor Match Opens Cohort Applications AAJA’s Mentor Match program will return in 2024 with a new cohort of mentors and mentees. We’re excited to continue fostering strong relationships between members of our community!  APPLICATIONS Applications to be part of the 2024 Mentor Match cohort are now open, for both mentors and mentees! Apply to … Continue reading AAJA Mentor Match Opens 2024 Cohort Applications

AAJA Announces Launch of 2024 Scholarships, Internships and Fellowships


Apply for SCHOLARSHIP, INTERNSHIP and fellowship opportunities We’re excited to announce AAJA’s 2024 scholarships, internships and fellowships! Discover the full range of opportunities on our scholarships and internships page. Whether you’re a journalist in video, radio, digital or print, we provide career development opportunities for all stages of your professional journey. If you have any … Continue reading AAJA Announces Launch of 2024 Scholarships, Internships and Fellowships