National Association of Black Journalists
Newspaper Publishing0-1 Employees
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is a professional organization in the newspaper publishing industry that serves journalists, students, and media-related professionals by providing programs, services, and advocacy for Black journalists worldwide. Founded on December 12, 1975, in Washington, D.C., NABJ is the largest organization of journalists of color in the United States, with about 3,300 members and numerous professional and student chapters nationwide. The organization pursues goals including strengthening ties among Black journalists, promoting fairness in media workplaces, expanding job opportunities, increasing Black representation in leadership, and supporting education and training for aspiring journalists. NABJ has a small staff, reported as 0-1 employees, and its activities include hosting events such as the Salute to Excellence Awards and its annual Convention & Career Fair, as well as partnerships with media organizations. The organization reports annual revenue in the range of $1 million to $10 million.