Save the Date — June 2 for Journal-isms Roundtable on ‘Women’s Voices on Justice for Black Men’
Hello, all,
Our next Journal-isms Roundtable via Zoom takes place Sunday, June 2, at 1 p.m. Eastern with contributors to Angela P. Dodson’s new book, “We Refuse to Be Silent: Women’s Voices for Justice for Black Men.”
This is Angela’s bio. Angela is a Roundtable regular who, with her husband, Michael Days, spoke with us in 2017 at the University of Maryland when her previous book, “Remember the Ladies: Celebrating Those Who Fought for Freedom at the Ballot Box,” was published. (Photo by Sharon Farmer)
Angela has enlisted these contributors to join her on June 2:
- Mary C. Curtis
- Jackie Jones
- Yanick Rice Lamb
- Sonya Ross
- Anita Samuels
- Gayle Pollard Terry
- Geri Coleman Tucker
- Sandra Long Weaver (list updated May 24)
Asked for my own comment on the book, I said, “Angela Dodson and the knowledgeable writers she has gathered eloquently document the pain that Black women have endured as they weather the centuries of demonization and targeting of Black men. Would that more Black men understand and appreciate that love, and that citizens as well as policy makers be moved to act.”
Will be simulcast on Facebook and recorded for posting on YouTube.
Please check back on this Journal-isms Roundtable page for updates: https://www.journal-isms.com/journal-isms-roundtable/
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For those who didn’t see the notice of last night’s ‘Journal-isms’
1/3 of Blacks Disappointed in School Integration:
Promise of Brown Decision Has Always Fallen Short
Tribute to Black Working Class Wins RFK Award
Group Finds Pro-Palestinian Writers Penalized
CNN Not Saying How It Obtained Video of Combs
Linsey Davis to Co-Moderate ABC’s Biden-Trump Debate
At 69, Gayle King Makes SI’s Swimsuit Cover
Longtime Telemundo Reporter Fernando Mejia Let Go
Latino News Consumers Seek Language Diversity
Police Ignore Warnings on Handcuffing Facedown
. . . When Inmates Given Dangerous Jobs Are Killed
‘What the Black Twitter Docuseries Gets Wrong’
Guatemala’s Zamora One Step Closer to Freedom
Press-Freedom Groups Decry Inaction on 2022 Killing
. . . in today’s “Journal-isms”
https://tinyurl.com/yc5e5ppr
https://www.journal-isms.com/1-3-of-blacks-disappointed-in-school-integration/
or via the homepage:
Center for Black Excellence and Culture ready to break ground
The Rev. Alexander Gee Jr., of Madison, Wis., a nonprofit leader and pastor, and his colleague, journalist Neil Heinen, have spoken before our Roundtable about plans for a Center for Black Excellence and Culture in that city.
Frances Huntley-Cooper, former mayor of Fitchburg, Wis., part owner/partner of multicultural newspaper Capital City Hues. joined us for at least one of our sessions, in January 2022 with cartoonists of color.
Rev. Gee told us in February 2023, “Madison doesn’t feel like home for the Black community,” adding that he envisions the center as a place that uses culture and identity to foster a holistic sense of wellness, “the type of wellness that the Black community had way before integration, when there was more shared Black legacy and excitement and excellence.” We urged him to provide space and training for future journalists, as well as news literacy training. His team was receptive.
In a message today, Alex Gee says, “I am so proud to announce that The Center will break ground and begin construction on June 19. We have chosen this important date with intention as it is the official Juneteenth holiday, honoring the day (June 19th, 1865) when freedom reached all enslaved people in the United States. As we honor generations past, The Center’s groundbreaking on Juneteenth marks the start of a new chapter for harnessing the strength of Black culture and Black people to create renewed agency and uplift and inspire a brighter future for generations to come.” He welcomes attendees for the ceremony. Message me if you’d like further details.
From the Fund for Investigative Journalism
Please join us on Friday, May 31, at noon Eastern for a free webinar with Rebecca Clarren, author of “The Cost of Free Land: Jews, Lakota and an American Inheritance.”
Award-winning journalist and Fund board member Ellen Weiss will talk with Clarren about how she reported and wrote the book — and what other journalists should know about writing and pitching a book.
Click here to register for this webinar.
This is the second in our yearlong webinar series, “Inside the Investigation,” where our grantees share how they did their reporting and provide tips and resources for other journalists and journalism students.
From Society of Professional Journalists – D.C. Chapter
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| SPJ DC Pro presents its annual Dateline Awards and Hall of Fame Dinner the evening of June 11 Join us to celebrate this year’s finalists and winners in the Dateline Awards for excellence in local journalism contest. We’ll also be inducting three veteran journalists into our chapter’s Hall of Fame, and awarding the SPJ-DC Distinguished Service in Local Journalism Award to a worthy individual. The evening starts with a reception and cash bar cocktails at 6 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. Dress is business attire. We are back at the National Press Club, with the awards evening unfolding in the Ballroom.We are offering all attendees — whether SPJ member or not — tickets at the same price. We also are paying some of the fees; your final price will include sales tax. *** Get yours by June 3 to take advantage of this price before it goes up! *** Our Hall of Fame inductees are Washington journalists with at least 25 years’ experience in the market. Our Distinguished Service Award honoree also has years of journalism and journalism education experience. The Hall of Fame inductees are: Joie Chen, broadcast journalist at several networks, including CBS News Michel Martin, broadcast journalist at NPR John Kelly, columnist retired from Washington Post Being recognized for Distinguished Service to Journalism will be: Jesse Holland, journalist and journalism educator at George Washington University Expect an exciting evening celebrating the best of the profession and reliving key moments in its recent history through the remarks delivered by each honoree and applauding the work done in 2023 for which the Dateline Awards for excellence are given — along with making new memories for all honorees and attendees. The finalists in the Dateline Awards contest are being notified as our collaborating SPJ chapter in Minnesota wraps up judging of entry categories. Tickets are on sale now, and are available only online, with a price of $106 per ticket, before sales tax. The price increases after June 3, so get yours today!!! You may use this link to access the Eventbrite order form. We look forward to seeing you there! QUESTIONS? You may email SPJ DC Pro Chapter Corresponding Secretary Amy Fickling at the chapter’s emailbox — spjdcchapter@gmail.com — with questions about this or other chapter events or suggestions for programs, events or articles for an upcoming edition of the regular chapter newsletter, Dateline. If you are receiving this email and haven’t yet joined SPJ but are interested, you can reply to the same email address and we can send you information about joining this vibrant group of journalists who care about the profession and making it stronger and working in the interests of all citizens of our democracy. |
From Washington Association of Black Journalists
| Join us for the 3rd annual WABJ Special Honors & Scholarship Gala on Saturday, Dec. 7 at the Armour J. Blackburn Center located on the campus of Howard University. This event brings together media professionals, newsmakers, thought leaders, and community supporters who share a common vision of recognizing and honoring excellence in journalism, communications, newsroom leadership, and community service. The evening will commence with a welcome reception from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., followed by a seated dinner and awards program from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The gala is WABJ’s largest annual fundraiser to sustain our longstanding Urban Journalism Workshop for local high school students (now in its 38th year), scholarships, and year-round professional development programming. |
| Nominations Open For WABJ Special Honors |
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| Nominations are being accepted for this year’s awards gala. All submissions must be made by Sunday, June 30, at 11:59 PM EST. The deadline will not be extended. Award recipients will be announced prior to the December ceremony. Categories: Lifetime Achievement Award Legacy Award Journalist of the Year Young Journalist of Excellence Excellence in Communications Nomination Rules: Each submission must include a statement (300 words max) outlining the reasons for the nomination and three links to the nominee’s work.Self-nomination is not permitted.Nominators must be WABJ members in good standing. (Email membership@wabjdc.org to inquire about your membership status.)Nominees do not have to be current members of WABJ but are strongly encouraged to join. Email awards@wabjdc.org for inquiries. |
| Submit Nomination |
| Sponsorship & Partnership Opportunities |
| WABJ relies on the generosity of individuals, corporations, and foundations to support our critical, volunteer-led initiatives. The gala is WABJ’s largest annual fundraiser to sustain our longstanding Urban Journalism Workshop for local high school students (now in its 38th year), scholarships, and year-round chapter programming. By partnering with us as a gala sponsor, your support will help further our mission and position your brand as a champion of media excellence and integrity. Email president@wabjdc.org for inquires. |
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| WABJ Partners With Advancement of Blacks In Sports Weekend |
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| SPECIAL OFFER FOR WABJ MEMBERS WABJ is partnering with Advancement of Blacks in Sports (A.B.I.S.), the voice of racial equity in sports, that’s hosting its 3rd annual Awards Gala and Conference May 31-June 2 at the MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino in National Harbor, Md. Find event details here. WABJ members who want to attend are eligible to receive a special discount by using the code “HBCU” at checkout on Eventbrite. This will grant professional and student members 50% off ticket prices. WABJ is also co-sponsoring a panel—moderated by Andscape contributor Jamaal Murphy—on hot sports topics including gender equity, mental health, and player safety. Please contact WABJ Vice President & Membership Chair Kelsey Nicole Nelson at kelsey.wabj@gmail.com for inquires. |
From New York Association of Black Journalists
From Amir Khan: ‘Black & Brown Journalists: Are they Able to Tell Their Peoples Stories?’
‘Black & Brown Journalists in Newsrooms: Do Common People Think They Are Aloof‘
Saturday, July 6: Welcome to our in-person Open Mic for Anacostia event [in D.C.] where Black & Brown journalists will discuss the perspectives of everyday people on news and get feedback from what common people have to say about their reporting. Join us at the Anacostia Neighborhood Library for an insightful conversation on how diverse voices can shape journalism. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with industry professionals and gain a deeper understanding of newsroom dynamics. See you there!
May 30 webinar on community asset mapping
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Join the New England Equity Reporting Fellowship Community of Practice on Thursday, May 30 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM EDT for an engaging free webinar designed for editors and journalists focusing on developing a low-cost community asset map, a crucial tool for news organizations striving to report for, not just about, communities! Led by Letrell Deshan Crittenden, Ph.D., Director of Inclusion and Audience Growth at the American Press Institute.
Cheers,
Richard Prince
