Ken Lemon NABJ President

08/07/2025

The Columbus Association of Black Journalists ( ) brought the house down Saturday with The Pivot: How We Rise in Sports, Streaming & Stardom — a powerhouse event featuring Clark Kellogg, Butch Reynolds, and Tracy Anderson of CBS Sports.

A standing ovation goes to CABJ board members Matthew Barnes and DeWayne Scott for hosting such thoughtful conversations. And to Tracy, for announcing a surprise scholarship on the spot — which led to guests pledging thousands more. ✨

📸 Huge thanks to Central Ohio photographer Ira Graham III for donating his time and talent to capture every inspiring moment. I love the Ohio energy right now!

07/12/2025

Apply now to participate in the application-based events and sessions at the NABJ Convention and Career Fair, taking place from August 6th to 10th in Cleveland, Ohio!

Don’t miss this chance to elevate your experience—space is limited, so act quickly to make the most of the convention.

ABC News Storytellers Summit: bit.ly/ABCStorytellers2025
CNN MasterCraft: The Digital Essentials: bit.ly/CNNMasterCraft
NBCU Academy: bit.ly/NBCUAcademy2025
The Art of the Live Shot in Sports: Reporter/Producer Pairing: bit.ly/TNTLiveShot2025
Moving On Up: The Road To News Management & How to Play the Game: bit.ly/TNTLiveShot2025
Healthy NABJ Meditation Sound Bath: bit.ly/NABJWellness2025

07/03/2025

▶️ ICYMI: Rewatch the NABJ Board of Directors Candidates Forum to stay informed.

The NABJ Candidate's Forum is a platform for candidates to present their platforms, answer questions, and engage with members.

07/03/2025

🔗 JOIN US LIVE: The NABJ Candidates Forum is your chance to hear directly from the voices vying to lead our beloved organization.

🔥 Watch candidates lay out their vision, answer the tough questions, and engage in real talk with members.
🎯 Got questions? Bring them.
🗳️ Got concerns? Raise them.
📣 Want to be heard? This is your moment.

The NABJ Candidate's Forum is a platform for candidates to present their platforms, answer questions, and engage with members.

06/26/2025

Services have been set for the legendary Orien Reid.
Read her obituary in the Inquirer:
https://www.inquirer.com/obituaries/orien-reid-obituary-philadelphia-tv-consumer-reporter-20250620.html

06/14/2025

NABJ chapters all over the country are celebrating Black male journalists who did it first or who are and have been trailblazing in their city. Here in our city, we are celebrating a giant in news. We're honoring the past, uplifting the present, and inspiring the future by highlighting this amazing Black man.

Ladies and gentlemen, clap with us as we give Boyzell Hosey his flowers. 👏🏾

06/14/2025

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As we celebrate , CFABJ takes a moment to recognize trailblazers like NABJ Founder Francis Ward and all the incredible Black male journalists and beyond, past and present, who have paved the way in Orlando. 👏🏾

Today, we honor our history, uplift those making strides today, and inspire the next generation.

🏷️Tag a Black man in journalism or media who inspires you!

For those aspiring to grow in this field, connect with us at cfabj.org/join.

06/13/2025

💬This issue is close to my heart.

The NABJ Black Male Media Project is hosting its annual Inspire Black Men Day this Saturday, June 14. Calling on all ((NABJ) National Association of Black Journalistschapters to join in—celebrate the brothers breaking ground in your city.

I’ve been committed to mentoring, uplifting, and making space for Black men in media—because our voices matter, and our presence shifts the narrative.

Let’s honor their grit, brilliance, and legacy. Let’s .

Type and tag a journalist who inspires you below.

The NABJ Black Male Media Project is hosting its annual Inspire Black Men Day this Saturday, June 14th. It's a day of affiliate chapters across the country engaging in various discussions, development training, and mentorship opportunities for Black men working in or aspiring to work in journalism and media.

We're calling on NABJ chapters to shout out and celebrate Black male journalists who did it first or who are and have been trailblazing in their city. Let’s honor the past, uplift the present, and inspire the future. Make sure to use

06/07/2025

🕯️Renee Ferguson was not just a journalist—she was a force. A fearless truth-teller, compassionate storyteller and a trailblazer as the first Black woman to hold the title of investigative reporter on TV in Chicago.

She was a proud member of one of our strongest chapters, nurturing generations of Black journalists in the city she loved.

I am sending my prayers to her family and loved ones. We should all be grateful for her ground-breaking service. | (NABJ) National Association of Black Journalists

04/18/2025

⏰DEADLINE EXTENDED! Cleveland-area high school students, we welcome you to learn more from the country’s top journalists! This is a fantastic, free opportunity. Apply today! | NABJ Students (NABJ) National Association of Black Journalistse