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Affiliation with a proven and internationally recognized professional organization that represents your interest within the media – whether you're a student, educator, seasoned journalist, new to the field or a PR professional ready to make new contacts.
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A network at your fingertips. Think you're done building your network? Unless the President's personal number is in your rolodex – you aren't done yet.
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Scholarship opportunities offered to student members.
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Eligibility to participate in NLGJA's student projects which produce publication websites during the annual convention.
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Access to NLGJA's online job board, updated weekly, allowing you to browse job openings in television, radio, online and print.
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Access to NLGJA's Resume Critique Service - where you can have your resume reviewed and recieve useful recommendations to help you put your best foot forward.
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Access to NLGJA's Peer-to-Peer Program, which matches members with those who can assist them in their industry. This provides a learning, one-on-one environment for members who wish to grow in their fields, or in something new.
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NLGJA's monthly e-bulletin, Career Watch, a professional development-focused digest of training opportunities, job postings and career hints. Members can also access articles and information from past editions.
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Access to NLGJA's Members-Only Web site, which allows members to update their member profile, receive the latest NLGJA news and stay connected with upcoming events. Members also have access to interactive listservs to discuss hot news topics and industry trends and receive a monthly note from the Managing Director.
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An opportunity to seek recognition of your work with NLGJA's two awards programs: the annual Excellence in Journalism Awards and our NLGJA Hall of Fame.
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Join the fight for fair and accurate coverage in the media! NLGJA represents the voice of the LGBT people, their organizations, their businesses and their families. Your membership shows your commitment to fair and accurate coverage and amplifies your voice in the debate.
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Support the development and career of journalists across the country. NLGJA specializes in the advancement of our members.
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Help the next generation of journalists. NLGJA is focused on our student members and preparing them for their future career by giving them the network and education opportunities they need to succeed. Visit our most recent student project site NLGJA InSight.
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Become involved with the Member grassroots in your area. Click here to find out more.
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Discounted registration to NLGJA's 2010 Summit & Convention in San Francisco, September 2-5, 2010, offering training sessions, network opportunities, fantastic receptions, a reunion of friends and a chance to expand your circle - all in a city with more options for fun than you'll be able to experience. This year we will be celebrating our 20th Anniversary, and it's not to be missed.
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Discounted admission to NLGJA regional events, training sessions and webinars.
- Members save 20% when using OutNewsWire. Authors who are members save 66% on book announcements when using OutNewsWire.
- Discount rental car rates with AVIS. Also receive a free one-year subscription to Passport Magazine – THE travel magazine for the LGBT community - offering readers tips on hot destinations, cool new restaurants and some of the most entertaining travel writing around.
