The early registration deadline for our NAHJ 40th Anniversary Conference & Expo is fast approaching. The Early Bird Rate discount will be available until March 15, 2024. Check out our new conference website for more info. Register here

We are thrilled to announce that 2024 NAHJ Ñ Awards applications are now open! This year, the awards will be presented during the annual conference on Friday, July 11 in Hollywood, CA. NAHJ will present six awards within the Print/Digital, Television, Photography and Radio categories, as well as two top tier awards. Apply here

NAHJ is seeking support for an upcoming silent auction! Consider donating in-kind items or experiences to help us raise funds for our 40th Anniversary campaign initiative. All donations are tax-deductible. Please reach out to us at nahj@nahj.org or Melanie Naulty mnaulty@nahj.org to make a contribution.

Advancing Our Mission, Securing the Future

The National Association of Hispanic Journalists has launched a campaign to raise $250,000 on our 40th Anniversary. Listen to Dunia Elvir describe how NAHJ helped shape her career. Can we count on you to join us? Make a donation

The campaign is called Advancing Our Mission, Securing the Future. Donate $40 or more and receive a NAHJ 40th Anniversary lapel pin to proudly show your support. Learn how you can become a sponsor during our special year.


By donating to our 40th Anniversary campaign, you will also help us create more opportunities and allocate resources for journalists facing layoffs.


In addition, each person that donates $1,500 or more will be recognized as being part of the President’s Club Donor and automatically become a Lifetime Member of NAHJ. Become a Lifetime Member


Thank you to those who have already donated!

Headliner Circle Level

President's Club

Andrew Sherry, Darrell Rocha, Yaneth Guillen


Amigos de NAHJ

Aaron Fernandez-Wisch, Amanda Santana, Angelica Sanchez, Anita Favela Luera, Cindy Rodríguez, Cristina Fernandez, Cynthia Izaguirre, Dora Tovar, Hernandez Jr., Elio Leturia, Elizabeth Aguilera, Erika Angulo, Flora Charner, Frances Robles, Gabriel Rosa, Geraldine Cols Azocar, Hector Cantu, Holly Rose, Iván Briones, James Wagner, John Lucero Jr., Jose Baltierra, Kevin Olivas, Laura Castañeda, Manny Ramos, Mario F. Velasco, Melissa Taboada, Michelle Valles, Mirta Ojito, Nancy San Martin, Rafael Suarez, Ricardo Sandoval-Palos, Rudy Murrieta, Sandra Lilley, Stella Chavez, Steven Padilla, Stephen Merenes, Tony Marcano, Vanessa Mobley, Veronica Villafane, William Freebairn, Zita Arrocha


(As of March 5, 2024)

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Convention & Anniversary News


  • The Loews Hollywood Hotel will host our 40th Anniversary Conference & Expo. Discounted conference hotel rates are available through June 4, 2024, or until sold out. Room availability is reaching capacity quickly. Book your stay


  • Looking to split a hotel room during the NAHJ 2024 Conference & Expo? We are assisting those seeking budget-friendly travel accommodations through a newly announced roommate search. Find a roommate


  • NAHJ is seeking volunteers for our 40th Anniversary Conference & Expo. Volunteers will receive free admission to the event(s) they assist in or the equivalent of a one-day conference pass. Learn more


  • Enter our raffle for a chance to win a free full convention registration (up to a $599 value) for our 40th Anniversary Conference & Expo in Hollywood, July 9-13th. Raffle tickets are $25. Purchase at least two and you'll also receive an NAHJ 40th Anniversary lapel pin, identifying you as a supporter of our 40th Anniversary fundraising campaign. Enter the raffle


  • Do you have a special NAHJ tale to share, an experience that opened the door to journalism for you or an NAHJ mentor who changed your career? We’d like to hear from you for the 40th anniversary commemorative edition that will be shared during this year’s convention. Please send tidbits, photos or ideas to Ricardo Sandoval Palos and Nancy San Martin at ricardo_palabra@nahj.org and nancysanmartin@gmail.com.

Resources



  • Want to learn more about the future of news consumption? Join us as we dive into how Sinclair is reshaping storytelling for the digital age during our Behind the Scenes Newsroom Series training on Wednesday, March 13. Register here


  • This week’s news confirmed immigration will be a central issue in the 2024 elections. NAHJ’s Cultural Competence Handbook helps journalists cover the issue with accuracy and context. Download here


  • The 2024 Next Challenge for Media & Journalism has launched! Applications are open with $150,000 in grants available to both nonprofit and for-profit startups transforming local news, building technology to power newsrooms, and pioneering new ways of distributing content around the globe. Apply by March 25

Interview an Expert: Childcare costs*


March 25th (3-5 p.m. ET) - Zoom interview


Recent data show that families are spending 30% more on childcare than in 2019—outpacing inflation over that period. Book a 15-minute 1-on-1 interview with health policy expert Dr. Taryn Morrissey (American U.). She can discuss how expensive childcare has become, how costs can affect parent participation in the workforce, and more.

REGISTER HERE


Additional expert interview opportunities (15-minute slots):


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A four-part series exploring identity, self-discovery, and authenticity, while addressing why newsrooms need more Latinx LGBTQIA+ journalists. The project is part of "More LGBTQIA + Latinx in Newsrooms,” a joint initiative by the NAHJ’s LGBTQIA+ Committee, palabra and GLAAD. Read the four essays

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