About Us

OUR MISSION

NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists is a journalist-led association working within the news media to advance fair and accurate coverage of LGBTQ+ communities and issues. We promote diverse and inclusive workplaces by holding the industry accountable and providing education, professional development and mentoring.

We envision fair representation and respect of diverse LGBTQ+ communities in newsrooms and news coverage.

NLGJA AT A GLANCE

NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists’ National Board of Directors, chapter leadership and members come from rural to major metropolitan print, broadcast, and online newsrooms, as well as community-based LGBTQ+ media, academic institutions, and the public relations and communications profession. Our strength and respect in the industry comes from the diversity of our membership.

NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

Learn more about the benefits of membership and how to join here.

Our Goals
  • Enhance the professionalism, skills and career opportunities for LGBTQ+ journalists.
  • Strengthen the identity, respect and status of LGBTQ+ journalists in the newsroom and throughout the practice of journalism.
  • Advocate for the highest journalistic and ethical standards in the coverage of LGBTQ+ issues.
  • Collaborate with other professional journalist associations and promote the principles of inclusion and diversity within our ranks.
  • Provide mentoring and leadership to future journalists.

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Our History

See a timeline of NLGJA’s history.

Governance

Meet our Board of Directors.

Support

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