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  • We are devastated by the news out of Atlanta. Last night a white man murdered 8 people, 6 of whom were Asian women. This violence is the culmination of centuries of white supremacy in America, and it’s important we center the victims and most marginalized in our coverage. To help Chicago journalists looking to cover…

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  • Volunteering is a great way to get involved with the chapter! AAJA Chicago is seeking two types of volunteers: Resume and cover letter reviewer We offer a year-round resume and cover letter review programs for members. To keep this program going, we seek AAJA members who are interested in helping a fellow member by providing written feedback to…

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  • Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with AAJA Chicago and SAJA

    Join the Asian American Journalists Association’s Chicago chapter and the South Asian Journalists Association at Alulu Brewery and Pub’s outdoor patio in Pilsen to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Appetizers will be provided by AAJA Chicago and SAJA. Alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks are available to purchase at the restaurant. Alulu Brewery and…

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  • Nomination open for AAJA Chicago communications director

    AAJA Chicago board is seeking nominations to fill the communications director position for the remainder of the year. This is a great opportunity for AAJA Chicago members looking to get more involved with the chapter. We are an organization run by a volunteer board of AAPI journalists in Chicago who are dedicated to creating a more inclusive and just news environment.…

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  • Apply for AAJA Chicago’s 2023 Linda Yu Scholarship

    The Chicago chapter of the Asian American Journalists Association is pleased to sponsor a paid fall 2023 internship at Block Club Chicago, a local leader in neighborhood news. The chosen candidate will receive valuable, hands-on reporting experience at a top Chicago newsroom through a part-time internship lasting 10-12 weeks. Interns will work at least 3 days/week. Hours…

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  • AAJA Chicago is proud to announce that Vivian La, a junior at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, was awarded the 2023 David Ibata Print Scholarship to intern at the Chicago Tribune. Vivian La is a junior majoring in journalism with a minor in biology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. At UIUC, she’s an editor…

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  • AAJA Chicago is seeking corporate sponsors to support our Trivia Bowl fundraiser and scholarship programs. Your donation will also help us hold free, community-oriented events that bring Chicago journalists together. By making a tax-deductible donation today, you’re helping to fuel the next generation of journalists who can lead in uncertain times and build a sustainable…

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  • Join us for #GivingTuesday and support AAPI journalists in Chicago

    “Being thrown into the fire of reporting right away helped me build my confidence as a young reporter — not just with interviewing, but also my writing.”— Michael Lee, education reporter, Columbus Dispatch; Michael was the 2020 scholarship recipient and interned at the Chicago Sun-Times “As an intern, I feel like a real part of the…

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  • AAJA Chicago’s Summer 2023 David Ibata Scholarship with Chicago Tribune

    The Chicago chapter of the Asian American Journalists Association is pleased to sponsor a paid, full-time summer 2023 internship at the Chicago Tribune. AAJA’s portion of the paid internship is given in honor of chapter co-founder and longtime Chicago Tribune journalist David Ibata for his dedication to empowering the voice of Asian Americans. The chosen…

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  • The Chicago chapter of the Asian American Journalists Association is pleased to sponsor a paid fall 2022 internship at Block Club Chicago, a local leader in neighborhood news. The intern will earn a $5,000 stipend, split by AAJA and Block Club. AAJA’s portion is given in honor of chapter co-founder and longtime ABC7 Chicago journalist…

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  • Apply for AAJA Chicago’s 2022 David Ibata Print Internship with the Chicago Tribune

    The Chicago chapter of the Asian American Journalists Association is proud to sponsor a summer 2022 internship at the Chicago Tribune, one of the top newspapers in the United States. AAJA Chicago’s scholarship is given in honor of chapter co-founder and longtime Chicago Tribune journalist David Ibata for his dedication to empowering the voices of…

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