In 2013 and the first quarter of 2014, weekday evening cable news shows on CNN, Fox News and MSNBC underreported major stories on HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and research, according to an analysis by Media Matters. In 2013, CNN had 11 mentions, with MSNBC and Fox...
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Submit Your Nominations for the NLGJA LGBT Journalists Hall of Fame
NLGJA is seeking nominations for the LGBT Journalists Hall of Fame, established in 2005 with the recognition of seven journalists for their commitment, courage and dedication to LGBT issues in the media. Since then, NLGJA has honored a total of 23 journalists in the...
NLGJA Opens Applications for the 2014 Excellence in Journalism Awards and the Al Neuharth Innovation in Investigative Journalism Award
eij-logo_0_0.jpg The National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association is now accepting submissions for its 2014 Excellence in Journalism Awards and the Al Neuharth Innovation in Investigative Journalism Award. Work published or broadcast in 2013 is eligible and...
NLGJA is Seeking Applicants to Find its Next Executive Director
NLGJA announced today that it is accepting applications for a new executive director. Outgoing executive director Michael Tune, who is leaving to pursue new professional interests, will continue in his role through April 12.
Executive Director, National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association
nlgja_logo.jpg Overview: The National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association is an organization of journalists, news executives, media professionals, educators and students working from within the news industry to advance fair and accurate coverage of LGBT...
A Call for Applications to NLGJA 2014 Scholarships
nlgja_logo.jpg Washington, D.C. -- The National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association (NLGJA) today announced the opening of applications for the Leroy F. Aarons and the Kay Longcope scholarships to honor students dedicated to fair and accurate...
Thank You to the Special Guests, Sponsors and Supporters of Headlines & Headliners 2014
hh-selfie2014.jpg Thursday night’s 19th annual New York benefit, Headlines & Headliners, was one of the best we’ve seen to support NLGJA’s programs and scholarships. Headlines & Headliners 2014 drew a crowd to the Prince George Ballroom and we’d like to thank...
Headlines & Headliners Silent Auction
mgbwchair.jpg jet-blue-promo.jpg uber-promo.jpg Including a variety of travel, entertainment and luxury items, the Headlines & Headliners Raffle and Silent Auction are always a highlight of the event.Don't miss the chance to win great prizes donated this...
Understanding the effects of the Affordable Care Act on LGBT communities
DSC_0044.JPG The Philadelphia chapter of NLGJA, in association with Mazzoni Center, the only LGBT-focused health and social services organization in the Philadelphia region, hosted a panel discussion on Feb. 27 to talk about the effects of the Affordable Care Act on...
Wrap-up: The 2014 LGBT Media Journalists Convening
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