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NABJ is outraged and deeply alarmed by the arrests of journalists Don Lemon and Georgia Fort by federal agents. Let us be clear: the First Amendment is not optional, and journalism is NOT a crime.
Read the full statement: bit.ly/NABJStatementonArrestβ¦
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#NABJAwards: Congratulations to #NABJ Journalist of the Year @Yamiche Alcindor! Learn more about Yamiche and other honorees: bit.ly/NABJSH
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.@AprilDRyan has been named the 2017 @NABJ Journalist of the Year! nabj.org/news/343316/April-R⦠#NABJCongrats
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π₯ Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump will participate in a conversation with journalists at #NABJ24 during its opening day in Chicago on Wednesday, July 31, at noon CST. For more details: bit.ly/NABJ24ConversationWitβ¦
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The #NABJ Family deeply mourns the loss of legendary @wsbtv news anchor & longtime member @JovitaMoore. Moore battled with brain cancer & inspired many on her journey. Her legacy of kindness, commitment to her craft, and reaching back to help the next generation will live on.π―οΈ
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π¨Just announced at #NABJNAHJ22: π¨Cox Media group launches the Jovita Moore Scholarship fund. A $25,000 annual investment to students studying broadcast journalism in remembrance of the legacy and life of Atlanta News Anchor Jovita Moore. More details to come!
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NABJ appalled by Donald Trump's continued disrespect of African-American women journalists and journalists in general --> buff.ly/2qzmdJ4 #pressfreedom
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Congratulations to @jemelehill the #NABJ18 Journalist of the Year. Hill is a chief correspondent & senior columnist for @TheUndefeated, @espnβs content initiative exploring the intersection of sports, race & culture. #NABJSTE18
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45 YEARS ago history was made. Our Founders, under the threat of being fired, harassed, etc, met in DC to help level the field for Black journalists & demand #fairnewsroomsnow! Celebrate our Anniversary: Sign guestbook here: bit.ly/3livDlT, share memories using #NABJ45Th
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Itβs Official!!!! @KimGodwinTV Makes History as First Black Woman to Head ABC News, Broadcast Network News Operation. Godwin Tells NABJ That She Stands on the Shoulders of NABJ Giants Who Came Before Her! nabjonline.org/blog/its-offiβ¦
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NABJ has placed @CNN on special monitoring list due to preliminary research revealing NO black representation within news leadership. We're calling for a civil rights audit, as CNNβs president refuses to meet with our delegation. Details: buff.ly/2H0JVYL.
#MediaDiversity
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Commentator, columnist and author @keithboykin was arrested while documenting a protest. We are grateful he was released and we are keeping him lifted ππ½. #pressfreedom #JournalismIsNotACrime
So hereβs what happened today. The NYPD arrested me at 96th Street and West Side Highway while I was taking photos and video to post to Twitter. I told the police I was with the Press, they walked by me and then turned around and arrested me.
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π―οΈ#NABJ mourns the loss of Sarah-Ann Shaw, Boston's first Black woman TV news reporter. She was an NABJ Lifetime Achievement honoree in 1998, an organizer of the Boston Black Media Association & served as a region director after our historic constitution was ratified.
Sarah-Ann Shaw, a legend at WBZ and Boston's first Black woman TV news reporter, has died. The lifelong Roxbury resident was 90 years old. cbsnews.com/boston/news/saraβ¦
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NABJ denounces Herald Sun cartoon of Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka β buff.ly/2NBHsXA #USOpen @NABJSports
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Congratulations to @KarenAttiah of the @washingtonpost
for being honored with @NABJβs 2019 Journalist of the Year Award. #NABJ19 #SaluteToExcellence
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#NABJ is disturbed by the treatment of our very own @shaqbrewster in this video. Journalists must be protected from this type of harassment while on the job. We encourage local officials to look into the matter. Weβre here for you Shaq-glad youβre safe. Reach out if we can assist
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#NABJ honors the life & legacy of Rep. #ElijahCummings. While there is not a way to sum up his impact & influence in the limited characters of this space, we offer our prayers & condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, staff, mentees & so many more. π―
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#NABJCongrats are certainly in order!!! @Dorothy4NABJ has issued a statement congratulating our very own @RJonesNews for her history-making promotion as PRESIDENT of @MSNBC! Read more here: nabjonline.org/blog/longtimeβ¦
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#NABJ condemns the arrest of Black reporter @OmarJimenez live, on air. It is unfathomable and upsetting to witness this structural racism in real time. We are closely monitoring this situation. -@Dorothy4NABJ
The CNN crew arrested while covering protests in Minneapolis has now been released from custody cnn.it/2zySTdX
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#NABJAwards: We're proud to name @Yamiche of @NewsHour as our 2020 Journalist of the Year! Her commitment to journalism & courage in the face of adversity inspires us all! Help us celebrate! Reserve your free ticket for our virtual awards on 12/19 here: bit.ly/NABJVAs
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#NABJ19 has broken records on its first day.... more than 3,700 attendees and counting ... the largest convention in NABJ history!!!! NABJ has also broken records with a $1.3 Million endowment this year!
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NABJ Statement on UNC Tenure Status of Nikole Hannah-Jones @nhannahjones nabjonline.org/blog/nabj-staβ¦
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A special message from @shemarmoore to @NABJ journalists for a special @SWATCBS screening taking place August 12th #SWAT #nabj17
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Black journalists are not protected in their newsrooms at all. This is why I speak out against racism in the newsrooms. -- @nhannahjones
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What a moment! #NABJCongrats to our very own @ellesmithtv of @WHAS11 who is the new @MissUSA !!!!! π π π
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π¦UPDATE:Β NABJ currently in conversation with the Harris for President campaign team to schedule a Q&A session between VP Harris & NABJ, either in person or virtually at some point in September.β Read Pres. Lemon's statement here: bit.ly/4dmA8aI #NABJ24 #NABJFactCheck
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#NABJAwards: We have announced our next Hall of Fame Inductee, Roland S. Martin (@rolandsmartin)! Congratulations! Your commitment to being a truth seeker and storyteller has transformed how others view and receive impactful journalism. π
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#NABJCongrats are in order! @KarenAttiah has been named the 2019 NABJ Journalist of the Year! Attiah is the @PostOpinions Global Editor. She will be honored at our #NABJ19 Convention in August in Miami. Read the full story here: buff.ly/2MYkGdJ cc: @washingtonpost
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π§ΎAs Tyre Nichols' family, Memphis citizens, the Black community & nation cope with his tragic murder, footage of the horrific death will be released soon. NABJ extends condolences to the family & offers this guidance to newsrooms, members & colleagues: bit.ly/NABJGuidance
ALT NABJ Offers Guidance on Coverage of Tyre Nichols Murder Footage
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#NABJ is appalled to watch recent press briefings where the U.S. #president is referring to veteran journalists, like our member @Yamiche & other industry colleagues, as being βterrible journalistsβ & accusing them of asking βnasty questions.β Read more: conta.cc/399IjWp
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Perspective | @AprilDRyan: Iβm a black woman. Trump loves insulting people like me. washingtonpost.com/outlook/2β¦
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.@CNN Announces New Programming Lineup Including:
@abbydphillip to Anchor 10pm & @thelauracoates to Anchor 11pm
#NABJCongratsπ₯³
CNN Announces New Programming Lineup
@abbydphillip to Anchor 10pm & @thelauracoates to Anchor 11pm
Christiane @Amanpour & Chris Wallace to Launch New Weekend Shows
@Kasie Hunt to AnchorΒ Early StartΒ & @Phil_Mattingly to Co-AnchorΒ CNN This Morning & more
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#nabjcongrats to @NABJ's 2017 Journalist of the Year @AprilDRyan on receiving an honorary doctorate from her alma mater @MorganStateU
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At #NABJ19, @SimoneBoyce captured powerful content for @NBCNews @TODAYshow about black women journalist wearing natural hair on-air. Check out the story below. Photo features our beautiful members + Prez @Dorothy4NABJ + @NABJREGION2 Dir. @TVNewsLady buff.ly/2ZvwHYT
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Happy Founders Day, NABJ! buff.ly/2QthsQJ
On this date in 1975, a group of esteemed black journalists came together to form the NABJ. We are grateful for the 44 men and women who formed our beloved association. Their legacy carries on today. Give to 44 More Campaign.
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How it started .............How it's going! π Dec. 12, 2020 will be the 45th year since #NABJ was founded!!!! And we're still growing!!!
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π―We are saddened to learn of the passing of Virginian-Pilot & Daily Press reporter Sierra Jenkins. Sierra was among the victims of an overnight shooting in Norfolk. She was a talented reporter with a bright future ahead of her. We send condolences to her family and colleagues.
We are devastated to report that Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press reporter Sierra Jenkins was among the victims of an overnight shooting in downtown Norfolk. She was 24. pilotonline.com/news/crime/vβ¦
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This is amazing!!!
This week I was told that I made history by being LSU's first African American News Director on record for KLSU⨠#makinghistory #makingmoves
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Pioneering Journalist Gwen Ifill And 16 Other Influential Black People Have Parks Renamed After Them In NYC becauseofthemwecan.com/blogsβ¦
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NABJ stands with @jemelehill.
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NABJ extends heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Sekou Smith. We appreciate his contributions to the #NABJ Family and beyond.
The Turner Sports family mourns the loss of our very own, Sekou Smith.
Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
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Palm Beach Post names veteran journalist Rick Christie as editor. Christie will become the first Black person to lead the publication in its 104-year history. #NABJCongrats β¦@rchristiepbpβ©!!!
β¦@Dorothy4NABJβ© palmbeachpost.com/story/newsβ¦
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#NABJAwards: "Journalism is our activism, and it is necessary!" - @malika_andrews.
Congratulations to @espnβs Malika Andrews for winning the Michael J. Feeney Emerging Journalist of the Year Award! We are proud of your impact! π
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We are saddened to hear the news of the passing of beloved journalism industry stalwart, educator, and former NABJ President, Bryan Monroe. Our thoughts are with his family and colleagues. Find out more about his life and legacy by clicking here: bit.ly/35G8oxh
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π―οΈThe #NABJFamily is mourning the loss of beloved news anchor Chauncy Glover, our 2016 Angelo B. Henderson Community Service Award honoree and past NABJ Salute to Excellence award winner. He is remembered by members as a βkind soulβ and βgreat encourager.β
Anchor and Emmy Award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died unexpectedly at the age of 39.
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NABJ Mourns the Loss of Veteran @FOX8NOLA Anchor Nancy Parker. βNABJ sends heartfelt condolences & prayers to the family, friends and colleagues of Nancy Parker. Nancy was an important voice for the community ..." - NABJ President @dorothyTV2. Read more: buff.ly/33Ewaap
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NABJ is working with PolitiFact to provide live fact-checking updates.
Find live updates online by visiting bit.ly/NABJ24ConversationWit⦠or by following #NABJFactCheck on social.
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#NABJ met Sunday w/ @CBS on allegations of racism reported by @latimes. The disturbing details are consistent w/ multiple concerns expressed by CBS employees to NABJ. We're calling for the firing of Peter Dunn & David Friend and an investigation. More: bit.ly/2YflkGc
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Congratulations to @KelleyLCarter for winning the 2019 President's Award. @jemelehill accepted the award on her behalf as Kelley joined via phone. #NABJ19 #SalutetoExcellence @sarah4nabj
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#NABJ joins @AURNOnline in congratulating @AprilDRyan on being awarded the Freedom of the Press Award this May from The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press! @rcfp #NABJCongrats
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.@NABJ denounces cyberbullying and body shaming -- TV traffic reporter @DemetriaObilor was a recent victim: buff.ly/2AeCW7p
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Happy Founders Day, NABJ! We thank the 44 men and women who founded NABJ in 1975 on this day. buff.ly/2nS81fB
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.@NABJ Mourns the Passing of Longtime Black Press Advocate George E. Curry ow.ly/8EgJ303rHEc @currygeorge
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A big #NABJCongrats to @alexi of @axios. Alexi McCammond is NABJ's 2019 Emerging Journalist of the Year! She will be honored at #NABJ19 in Miami this August! Read the full story here: buff.ly/2RDhz9G
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Representation matters at every level of journalism and media. Shout out to the Black photographers and #NABJ members covering Judge Ketanji Brown Jacksonβs confirmation hearing!
βπ½ @sbmaneyphoto @jarrad_tweets @mikeamccoyphoto and @demetriusfreem
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#NABJAwards: #PamOliver, Senior @FOXSports Correspondent and NFL Reporter, will be inducted into the NABJ Hall of Fame on Saturday. Reserve your free ticket for our virtual awards show on 12/19 here: bit.ly/NABJVAs. More info: bit.ly/NABJAwardsShow
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#NABJCongrats to our very own @rachelvscott who is now @ABC White House Correspondent and DC Correspondent.
.@ABC News announces @rachelvscott has been promoted to White House Correspondent and D.C. Correspondent: bit.ly/3fOM33F
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#NABJ23: Congratulations to Jamie Nesbitt Golden β Reporter, Block Club Chicago β for taking home this yearβs Journalist of Distinction Award at the Salute to Excellence Awards Gala!
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π£οΈπ£οΈπ£οΈ The #NABJ Board has announced our Convention & Career Fair Locations for 2023-2026:
2023 - #Birmingham
2024 - #Chicago
2025 - #Cleveland
2026 - #Atlanta
As previously announced, we head to #DC in 2020, #Houston in 2021 & #LasVegas in 2022.
Link: conta.cc/2N6WjbL
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#BreakingNews: NABJ 2022 will be in Las Vegas, Nevada! #NABJ22
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We are so excited for your future @Jaden_Reports! ππ½ππ½ππ½
12-year-old journalist reports only facts @Jaden_Reports
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#NABJCongrats to a young woman who helped change the world, #DarnellaFrazier, the teenager who filmed the killing of George Floyd. She received a special citation from the #Pulitzer Prizes.
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#NABJAwards: We're excited to name @rachelvscott of @ABC as our 2020 Emerging Journalist of the Year! Her industry presence has been powerful & dedication to our craft unwavering. Help us celebrate! Reserve your free ticket for our 12/19 virtual awards: bit.ly/NABJVAs
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π―οΈNABJ mourns the loss of Lorenzo βLoβ Jelks, Atlantaβs first Black television reporter @wsbtv. He opened the door for many Black journalists and helped to change the industry. He was inducted into the 2022 Atlanta Press Club Hall of Fame. We extend our condolences to his family.
ALT NABJ mourns the loss of Lo Jelks, Atlantaβs first Black TV reporter.
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#NABJ Denounces Anti-Asian Racism & Attacks. We Stand with Our @AAJA Colleagues. We Urge Law Enforcement to be Aggressive in Helping Bring an End to These Tragedies & Encourage Members & All Journalists to Follow Coverage Guidelines Issued by AAJA. More: bit.ly/3vDAk04
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The #NABJFamily showed up strong to celebrate the #GwenIfill #foreverstamp unveiling. Her impact as a member and in journalism will truly live on forever! Thank you @USPS!
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From the pandemic to tragedy after tragedy, you have been there. Telling the stories that must be told. We applaud you! We need you! We know itβs not easy. Thanks #NABJ members & all journalists who remain committed to seeking the truth & reporting it. We pray for your safety.
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#NABJ mourns the loss of Rep. John Lewis @repjohnlewis. The civil rights icon and longtime congressman opened doors and built bridges for many. His legacy, passion, and commitment will live on and never be forgotten. politi.co/3hbevgj via @politico
cc: @Dorothy4NABJ
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NABJ Statement on Capitalizing Black and Other Racial Identifiers: It is equally important that Black is capitalized in news coverage and reporting about Black people, Black communities, Black culture, Black institutions... More: nabj.org/news/512370/NABJ-Stβ¦
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Speaking of conventions: Our career fair is the biggest of its kind. Check out these new @CBSSports hires as a result of #NABJ19. Sideline reporters: Ashley Holder, Justin Walters, Angel Gray, AJ Ross & Kendrick Crittendon (Coord. of Talent, Prod.). #NABJNAHJ20 is loading ....
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The NABJ family extends heartfelt condolences in the passing of Karyn Collins. She passed just one week after sharing her health battle with us online. We're grateful for her profound impact across NABJ and the industry. @Dorothy4NABJ
More: facebook.com/NABJOfficial/poβ¦
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.@NABJ and @NABJSports support @jemelehill's #FirstAmendment rights. More here: nabj.org/news/363513/Stateme⦠#PressFreedom
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"I Have Struggled": Black TV Journalists Talk George Floyd Coverage, Industry Diversity hollywoodreporter.com/news/iβ¦
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#NABJCongrats to @rana_cash who was named Savannah Morning News news director (1st African American to lead the newsroom in its 170-year history). She will also become USA TODAY Network Georgia executive editor savannahnow.com/news/2020051β¦
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Our condolences go out to the family and former colleagues of Marjorie Parham, publisher emerita of the Cincinnati Herald, who passed at 103. π―π―π― cincinnati.com/story/news/20β¦
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The cutest meteorologist in the world is named Lenny! We look forward to seeing this young one on our TV sets in the future. For now, thanks for the sunshine and be safe Lenny!
Oh. My. Goodness. β Iβm about to lose my job. Meet Storm Chaser Lenny Sandifer, New Orleans ππ» @WGNOtv @Ginger_Zee @HankAllenWX @BrookeLaizer_Wx @StormHour
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We are saddened to learn of the loss of @MidwinCharles. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who knew and loved Midwin! π―οΈ π―οΈ π―οΈ
The entire @NABJ family sends condolences and prayers to the family, friends and professional colleagues of @MidwinCharles. Our thoughts are with you. π―οΈ
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NABJ condemns the recent social media attacks targeted at dedicated member & stellar political journalist Tia Mitchell. She has been unfairly harassed for the NABJ leadershipβs decision to invite the nominee of the Republican Party. Read more: nabjonline.org/blog/nabj-conβ¦
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It's on Alice Allison Dunnigan's shoulders we stand.... @AprilDRyan @sarah4nabj @sonyagal. NABJ hails Ms. Dunnigan, the first black woman to cover the White House, and her fight to stamp out racism, sexism and poverty: buff.ly/2pjYFHg @newseum
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#NABJ Remembers Young Journalist Sierra Jenkins, Community and Colleagues Left βHeartbrokenβ β nabjonline.org/blog/nabj-remβ¦
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Sadly, Amanda Davis of @cbs46 has passed away. Heartfelt sympathies to her family, friends and all those who loved her. buff.ly/2lbdcn0
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NABJ mourns the loss of Dorothea Celeste Wilson. Her colleagues at WAPT in Jackson, Miss. say she recently joined the news team as a weekend anchor and unexpectedly passed away. Please keep her family and friends in your prayers.
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It's our birthday, #NABJ! Today, we are celebrating 46 years of impact! The vision of our 44 Founders continues to grow through specialized training, career development, student services, member support, and #mediadiversity advocacy! #pressplay
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Our President @Dorothy4NABJ at the #GwenIfillForever Ceremony with
@JudyWoodruff of @pbsnewshour
& Ronald Stroman, Deputy Postmaster General and Chief Government Relations Officer @USPS.
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#DarranSimon was deeply committed to reporting on the human experience. We are saddened by the loss of our member and send our love and support to his family and colleagues. β¦@washingtonpostβ© π―π―π― washingtonpost.com/local/obiβ¦
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#ESPN and #NABJ have come together to create the all NEW 2016 Stuart Scott Internship: nabj.site-ym.com/?16StuScottβ¦
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#NABJCongrats @nhannahjones on your #Pulitzer!!!! Wow! Thank you for your powerful work!!!!ππ½ππ½ππ½
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Breaking: #NABJ mourns the loss of co-founder #JohnCWhite. We are grateful for his impact and send condolences to his family, colleagues, and mentees.
Read our statement: nabjonline.org/blog/nabj-co-β¦
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Today we are mourning the passing of @NABJ Founding Executive Director Paul H. Brock. βFounder Brock played such an integral role in the success of NABJ,β said @Dorothy4NABJ. Read more about Founder Brock and his legacy by clicking here: bit.ly/38BvOFq
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NABJ mourns the loss of Bill McCreary, who died recently at 87.
Our condolences to all who loved and knew him!
Bill Blazed the Trail for Black Journalists on TV nytimes.com/2021/05/11/nyregβ¦
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NABJ does not need to dignify disparaging remarks made by Fox & Friends hosts about Jemele Hill. But we do need to set the record straight: Ms. Hill is not only employed but thriving and advancing in her career and life.
Read full NABJ statement here: buff.ly/2GK9hWb
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