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NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists has been supporting queer journalists and advocating for fair and accurate coverage since 1990.
Through professional development programs, mentorship, and networking opportunities, we help our members strengthen their skills, advance their careers, and gain visibility in newsrooms across the country.
We hold the industry accountable through newsroom trainings, style guidance, and resources that promote fair, accurate, and inclusive coverage of LGBTQ+ people and issues.
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Recent News
Don’t Let News Consolidation Silence Local Voices
Across the country, local newsrooms are shrinking — leaving communities with fewer journalists, fewer local stories, and fewer perspectives. For journalists and audiences of color, this loss is deeply felt. Local stations are the entry point for many underrepresented journalists and provide culturally relevant coverage national outlets often miss.
Announcing the Recipients of the 2025 Phillips-Green Family Scholarship
Today, NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists named CONNECT students Chelsea Kurnick and Kimberly Olivas the recipients of the 2025 Phillips-Green Family Scholarship. These scholarships provide financial assistance to two CONNECT participants.
Supporting Members After Recent Layoffs at NBC
Last week, NBC announced that recent restructuring had resulted in layoffs affecting staff at several of their diversity-focused verticals, including NBC OUT. We know several of our members have been impacted, and NLGJA is here to offer support and resources.
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