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NLGJA Announces 2015 Inductees to LGBT Journalists Hall of Fame
NLGJA is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2015 and the 10th year of our LGBT Journalists Hall of Fame. Please join us in recognizing this year’s inductee: Randy Alfred, Alison Bechdel, Alan Bell, Lou Chibbaro, Jr., Charles Kaiser and Armistead Maupin.
Social Media Internship
This position performs the majority of their work at the NLGJA national office, which is a shared space with other organizations. The atmosphere is business casual and friendly. Some local travel may be optional for offsite meetings, but is not a requirement. This position reports directly to the Communications & Program Coordinator or their designee.
Candidates Sought for Chapter Leadership Positions
Nominations Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2015 Nominations are now being accepted for Chapter Presidents and Board Members. All nominees must be members in good standing for at least one year by the time of the election. Eligible members must nominate themselves. All...
Thanks to Out Members, Sponsors and Guests Who Supported L.A. Exclusive
Last Thursday night’s Los Angeles benefit event for NLGJA, L.A. Exclusive, was a fun evening to gather together those committed to inclusive diversity in newsrooms and news coverage. We’d like to thank the members, friends and sponsors who supported the benefit and...
NLGJA Stylebook Supplement on LGBTQ Terminology
NLGJA’s Stylebook Supplement on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Terminology is intended to complement the stylebooks of individual publications, as well as the Associated Press stylebook, the leading stylebook in U.S. newsrooms. It reflects NLGJA’s...
Open Letter: Covering Marriage and the SCOTUS Decision
The U.S. Supreme Court released its decision Friday on marriage licenses to same-sex couples. Here’s our guidance.
The NLGJA National Convention Moves to Nearby Hotel
NLGJA learned recently that the Hyatt has changed its timeline and will be completing major renovations during our convention dates. NLGJA has changed the site of this year’s convention. I am pleased to announce the 2015 National Convention & LGBT Media Summit will be held in the nearby Westin St. Francis.
Congratulations to NLGJA Lifetime Member LZ Granderson
The National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association would like to congratulate LZ Granderson on his expanded role as a contributor for ABC News. He continues as a senior writer at ESPN where he has worked since 2005. LZ, a Lifetime Member of NLGJA, is a leading...
It’d be Great to See You at L.A. Exclusive
I hope to see you on Thursday, June 25 for L.A. Exclusive – A National Benefit for NLGJA and an evening not to be missed.
We’re coming together to support NLGJA’s work to advance fair and accurate coverage of LGBT issues. Cyd Zeigler, co-founder of OutSports, will be honored with the Lisa Ben Award for Achievement in Features Coverage.
Open Letter: Covering Caitlyn Jenner
Many newsrooms have questions about how to cover people who are or may be transgender. NLGJA is here to help you ensure your coverage is not only fair, but accurate.