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This A.M.: Africa-U.S. Forum, in Person or by Zoom
Tuesday: Webinar on Encountering Trauma in Our Work
Thursday: From NAHJ and Report for America
Webinar Friday on Reporting on Race in Private Schools
ProPublica Releases New Private School Demographics Lookup
Friday Deadline for Award Entries on Transatlantic Topics
Deadlines This Week from Fund for Investigative Journalism
Friday Deadline for E&P’s ’25 Under 35′ Contest
Saturday Deadline for Livingston Award Entries
Feb. 15 Deadline for Entries for Syracuse U.’s Mirror Awards
From National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters
‘SNCC and Grassroots Organizing’ to Stream Feb. 7
2 D.C. Churches Partner for Program on Harriet Tubman
Step Up Your Game on Climate, Science Reporting
From the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies
From New York: ‘Media Watch’ for Jan. 20
Congrats to These D.C. Journalists
Jobs
It’s received little, if any attention in the mainstream press, but the Howard University television station, WHUT, has been celebrating the work of D.C. producers with an annual “202 Day’ each Feb. 2, the occasion named after the city’s area code.
For pieces on D.C.’s go-go, author and journalist Ta-Nehisi Coates, radio host Kojo Nnamdi, Washington Informer publisher Denise Rolark Barnes and more, check out the schedule here. For those not in the Washington area, some of these programs are also on YouTube.
All but one of the shows this year are repeats, except for “The King of Hand Dance” at 8 p.m. “New programs for the month will commence on Monday at 8p as a part of ‘Must See DMV’ …we have a new season of our WHUT original program ‘Living a Legacy’ (ep one Chinn|Baker Funeral Home) at 8p Mondays followed by a local independent producer called Neighborhood Favorites by George Worrell at 9p. You can always view our full schedule on www.whut.org,” says Angie Ange, director of content.
This A.M.: Africa-U.S. Forum, in Person or by Zoom
From Adam Powell:
You and all of our Journalisms friends are invited to join our monthly Africa-US forum:
Mon 27 January 9 am EST (afternoon in Africa), in person and by zoom: The year ahead for Africa, in Finance, Development and Governance and more.
In person in Washington DC, the forum will convene at the historic DACOR Bacon House, 1801 F Street NW.
– To RSVP for the zoom: https://annenberg.usc.edu/events/cclp/africa-2025-key-internal-and-external-trends-and-expectations
– To RSVP to attend in person in Washington DC, please email Judy Kang at junghwak@usc.edu
Speakers will include (in alphabetical order):
-Dr. Joana Eva Dodoo, Lecturer, University of Cape Coast, Ghana
–Paul Nantulya, Research Associate, Africa Center for Strategic Studies
-Prof. Adriano Nuvunga, Executive Director, Center for Democracy and Human Rights, Mozambique
-Dr. Bob Wekesa, Director, African Centre for the Study of the United States, University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
We look forward to hearing from you and hope to see you .. . . in person or by video.
Extra: PBS “American Experience” profiles Adam’s mom, Hazel Scott, on Feb. 21.
“Learn about jazz virtuoso and screen superstar Hazel Scott, the first Black American to have their own television show. An early civil rights pioneer, she faced down the Red Scare at the risk of losing her career and was a champion for equality. The film features interviews with Mickey Guyton, Tracie Thoms, Amanda Seales, and Sheryl Lee Ralph as the voice of Hazel Scott. . . .”
Tuesday: Webinar on Encountering Trauma in Our Work
| Journalists often face trauma in ways that go unacknowledged — whether covering natural disasters, acts of violence or ongoing conflicts. Ignoring mental health to focus on the urgent story at hand might work in the short term but is not sustainable in the long run. Join us Tuesday, Jan. 28, at 3 p.m. ET for a webinar designed for journalists who encounter trauma in their work. Led by trauma expert Gretchen Schmelzer, this session will provide research-based, actionable strategies to help you stay attentive to your mental health during your day-to-day work and especially in times of crisis. Schmelzer is renowned for her practical guidance to leaders who routinely face trauma as part of their jobs. Learn how to manage the challenges of working in high-stress environments while maintaining your well-being. Learn more about her work at the Center for Trauma and Leadership. Don’t miss this opportunity to prioritize your mental health, register now! |
Thursday: From NAHJ, Report for America
| Join us for NAHJ’s Newsroom Series with Report for America! This training session is free and open to you. This informative opportunity will cover the top newsrooms’ work culture, newsroom environment, salary, day-to-day routines, and much more. It will also provide a unique opportunity for members to network and ask direct questions to newsroom managers. Register now to secure your spot. We look forward to seeing you there! |
Webinar Friday on Reporting on Race in Private Schools
“Private schools in the United States are, on the whole, whiter than public schools, with fewer Black, Hispanic or Latino students. This may not be a surprising statistic because private schools can often be expensive and exclusionary, but it’s not a simple one to pin down. There is no central list of private schools in the country, and the only demographic data about them comes from a little-known voluntary survey administered by the federal government.
“ProPublica has launched the Private School Demographics database, to explore detailed demographic information about thousands of private schools across the country and view years worth of data.
“This is the first time anyone has taken past surveys and made them this easy to explore. Moreover, data reporters matched these schools to the surrounding public school districts, enabling parents, researchers and journalists to directly compare the makeup of private schools to local public systems.
“As debates over school choice, vouchers and privatization of education intensify, making this repository of private school data accessible is more important than ever.
“Learn more about the database here:
“ProPublica Releases New Private School Demographics Lookup
“On Friday, January 31, join ProPublica for an informational webinar to show readers and journalists how to use the database, including explaining the reporting process and how your news team can use it to pursue their own reporting. Register here
“You can also read more about ProPublica’s reporting project on segregation academies in the South in which reporters relied on the National Center for Education Statistics’ Private School Survey to find private schools founded during desegregation and analyze their demographics compared to local public school districts. ProPublica’s analysis of that survey revealed, among other things, that 16% of the 900 students who attend public schools in Amite County, Mississippi, were white as of 2021. By comparison, the two private schools in the county, with more than 600 children, were 96% white.”
Friday Deadline for Award Entries on Transatlantic Topics
| The RIAS Berlin Commission is accepting submissions for the 2025 Media Awards, which honor outstanding journalism on transatlantic topics broadcast in 2024. This competition recognizes work that: Goes beyond routine reporting. Explores and critically examines the diversity of social realities. Fosters mutual understanding and transatlantic debate. Challenges clichés and strengthens democratic values. Entries are open to journalists from German and American media outlets across radio, television and digital platforms, with a total prize pool of €10,000. Winners will be honored at the awards ceremony in Berlin on May 15, 2025. Deadline for entries is January 31, 2025. |
Deadlines This Week from Fund for Investigative Journalism
| Call for Proposals: Regular grants Jan. 27, seed grants Jan. 31 The Fund for Investigative Journalism is accepting proposals for both regular grants (up to $10,000 for full investigative stories) and seed grants for early reporting (up to $2,500). Proposals for regular grants are due on Jan. 27 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern, and applications for seed grants are due on Jan. 31 at 11:59 p.m. Application forms, instructions, an FAQ and a video with tips for effective proposals are all online at www.fij.org. Regular grants – deadline Jan. 27 The Fund provides grants of up to $10,000 for stories on any topic that [breaks] new ground and [uncovers] wrongdoing in the public or private sectors. Grants are paid directly to freelance investigative reporters or media outlets for expenses related to investigations, including travel costs, records-related fees, document collection and analysis costs, reporters’ time and other expenses. Grants can be used for print or online articles, television or radio stories, books, podcasts and documentaries. To be eligible, applicants must have a letter from an outlet committing to run the story. Journalists submit a proposal explaining why the story is investigative, sharing initial findings and outlining the investigative plan. The application also includes a budget explaining what expenses the grant would cover. Seed grants – deadline Jan. 31 The Fund provides grants of up to $2,500 for initial reporting and research that can help flesh out and define investigative stories. The grants are primarily for freelance journalists, and they can be used to cover open-records fees, travel, research, the reporter’s time and other expenses. Journalists do not need a commitment from a publisher. These grants are intended to help yield initial findings that reporter can use to secure a commitment to publish and apply for a full grant from the Fund or other sources. Journalists submit a shorter narrative explaining the investigative story idea and what expenses the grant would cover. The Fund’s Board of Directors, all accomplished journalists, reviews grant proposals and decides which to approve. Applicants will be notified of decisions in mid-March. For regular grants, journalists receive half of the total grant at the outset and the other half upon publication. Seed grants are paid in full at the outset. |
Friday Deadline for E&P’s ’25 Under 35′ Contest
| The industry is evolving faster than ever, and the next generation of leaders is at the forefront of that transformation. E&P’s annual “25 Under 35” recognition has evolved into Tomorrow’s News Trailblazers — a title that better reflects the impact and innovation of young professionals shaping the future of news media. If you know someone under 35—whether a reporter, editor, sales leader, or digital strategist—who is making a difference in journalism, nominate them today! Don’t let their contributions go unrecognized. The deadline is fast approaching, and we need your help to spotlight those driving the industry forward. |
| Nominate Now Hurry! Nominations Close Friday January 31st |
Saturday Deadline for Livingston Award Entries
See: https://wallacehouse.umich.edu/livingston-awards/enter/
Feb. 15 Deadline for Entries for Syracuse U.’s Mirror Awards
From National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters
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‘SNCC and Grassroots Organizing’ to Stream Feb. 7
| Join us for SNCC & Grassroots Organizing events in Spring 2025, either online or in-person! |
| February 7 & 8: Tougaloo College Community Gathering In-Person & Livestreamed |
SNCC veterans, Jennifer Lawson and Charles McLaurin, will join humanities scholars Emilye Crosby and Robert Greene for a two-day community gathering at Tougaloo College focused on SNCC, the Organizing Tradition, and Black Power.
Friday, February 7
The Organizing Tradition in the Movement Roundtable Discussion
10:00 am-12:00 pm CT (in-person and livestreamed)
2 D.C. Churches Partner for Program on Harriet Tubman
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| Professor Miles’ new book brings a unique perspective to the life and work of Harriet Tubman and provides a look at the “eco-spiritual worldview” that she and other Black female religious leaders had in the middle of the 19th century. There is much to be learned from Harriet Tubman that is relevant for us today and I hope you will join us either in person or online on February 18th to learn about the many insights in Professor Miles’ book. |
Step Up Your Game on Climate, Science Reporting
From the Maynard Institute: “Metcalf Fellows will gain a solid foundation in the fundamentals of research practice, climate science, and adaptation measures from leading researchers and policy makers. Applications must be submitted by Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.”
From the Metcalf Institute: “Do you need a stronger scientific background to distinguish your reporting on climate change and other environmental issues? Are you looking for ways to more effectively translate scientific publications for your reporting? Would you like to build your confidence in discerning the credibility of scientific sources?
“Metcalf Institute’s Annual Science Immersion Workshop for Journalists is held each June at the University of Rhode Island. Ten journalists are awarded Workshop fellowships, which include tuition, room and board, and travel support, thanks to the generosity of private donors and Metcalf Institute’s endowment. Up to two of the ten slots are awarded to journalists based outside of the U.S. . . . “
From the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies
“As we approach critical policy decisions that will shape Black economic futures, we invite you to join the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies on Feb. 27, 2025, at JLL, 2020 K Street NW, Washington, DC for The Wealth Agenda: Seizing the Policy Window for Black Economic Justice.
“This convening will bring together policymakers, scholars, and leading experts to examine two pivotal opportunities for advancing Black economic interests: creating an inclusive tax code that builds Black wealth and ensuring equitable participation in the emerging green economy. Together, we will develop concrete policy recommendations that can help close the racial wealth divide and create sustained pathways to economic power. The convening will feature expert panels examining specific mechanisms for transformation to advance this critical agenda, followed by a keynote address exploring the intersections of policy reform and economic justice.”
From New York: ‘Media Watch’ for Jan. 20
“Hosts: Alan Singer, PhD, Robert Anthony, Raymond Peterson, and Eric V Tait Jr. Subject: Alerts and assessments of seemingly related items (highlighting racist, “anti-Others” sentiment) nationally and globally; how tRUMP/Elon Musk racist tropes/charges play in all this — from the LA fires to European judicial sentencing and neo-Nazi sympathizing. Dems fruitless pushback on tRUMPs mostly unqualified/unfit Cabinet picks; Rashida Jones MSNBC resignation and the state/fate of mainstream media, the country and the world as, to quote a Heather Digby Parton Salon piece: ‘we have just empowered an ignorant, mendacious cretin” who now assumes the most powerful office in the world.’ “
Congrats to These D.C. Journalists
| Hello, WABJ! Happy New Year! Welcome to 2025. My name is Phil Lewis. I am incredibly excited to serve as president of this prestigious chapter and build upon the strong foundation the past board has provided for us. The new executive board is ready to work for you. I want us to remain clear-eyed — challenging times are ahead. An openly hostile administration. Disengaged audiences. Fickle social media platforms. But there is hope: the work you do every day. The journalism produced by WABJ members is essential. Without you, the impactful stories we tell to inform our communities are never told, and the forces working to obfuscate and obscure win. The WABJ is here to uplift your work, support your endeavors, and function as a community that understands what you’re going through. We are much stronger together than apart. I hope you’ll encourage others to join WABJ, participate in our community service and programming initiatives, and become a member of one of our committees. This is a new year. Let’s start the right way. I’m looking forward to it! Onward, Phil Lewis President, Washington Association of Black Journalists Deputy Editor, HuffPost |
JOBS
From journalist organizations
- National Association of Hispanic Journalists
- National Association of Black Journalists
- Asian American Journalists Association
- Poynter Institute
- Society of Professional Journalists
- PublicMediaJobs.
- Online News Association
From the Maynard Institute for Journalism Education:
Director of Development, Civil Eats – Remote, U.S.
Staff Reporter, Civil Eats – Remote, U.S.
Deputy Editor, The Oaklandside – Oakland, CA
Guest managing editor, Buffalo’s Fire – Part time/Remote
Senior Managing Editor, The Sacramento Bee – Sacramento, CA
Visual Journalist, The News Tribune – Tacoma, WA
Mental Health Reporter, Mississippi Today – Ridgeland, Miss.
Community Watchdog Reporter, Mountain State Spotlight – Charleston, WV
Economic Justice Reporter, Mountain State Spotlight – Charleston, WV
Healthcare Reporter, Willamette Week – Portland, OR
Features Writer, San Antonio Report – San Antonio, TX
Copy Editor, Los Altos Town Crier – Los Altos, CA
Editorial Intern, Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting – Remote, Washington D.C.
Report for America, Today’s News Herald – Lake Havasu City, AZ
Report for America, Arizona Center for Investigative Reporting, Higher Education Accountability in Arizona – Phoenix, AZ
Jackson County Watchdog Reporter, Kansas City Star – Kansas City, MO
Also: Deputy Editor, Real Estate, New York Times
Operations Manager, Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club
