Indigenous Journalists Association

Indigenous Journalists Association IJA recognizes Indigenous peoples as distinct peoples based on tradition and culture.

The Native American Journalists Association, based in Norman, Oklahoma on the campus of the University of Oklahoma, has a unique and challenging mission. Its primary goal is to improve communications among Native people and between Native Americans and the general public. While we encourage discussion among those visiting our page, we require that commenters be respectful of others' opinions. We w

ill not tolerate attacks against other users, or comments that are vulgar and incite hate or violence. We maintain the right to ban comments or users from our page that do not comply with our policy. Page administrators will remove comments and posts that do not meet the standards of our viewing community.

Cherokee Nation citizens!
09/22/2025

Cherokee Nation citizens!

The Cherokee Phoenix and Cherokee Nation agreed to continue a partnership that has provided free subscriptions to the award-winning newspaper since 2022. Citizens wishing to receive the newspaper must visit

09/18/2025

IJA is collaborating with UC-Berkeley, Poynter and Grist to host an upcoming webinar on November 18, 2025 that will provide a foundational overview of federal Indian law and responsible reporting practices in Indian Country. The training will be open to all journalists.
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We are interested in knowing what issue(s) you need more training and support in covering and whether you would be interested in participating in the upcoming webinar. To gauge interest and needs, we are requesting your input. Please respond to this survey by September 19.
https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/e/1FAIpQLSfrlaxjMBDF3yL-R8zedEH0-vThIdwxfWD9usL-QPeB3VDc6w/viewform?usp=header&pli=1
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Your feedback is appreciated!

IJA is partnering with the Oklahoma Media Center for a fundraiser for both 501(c)3 nonprofits at Will Rogers Theatre in ...
09/18/2025

IJA is partnering with the Oklahoma Media Center for a fundraiser for both 501(c)3 nonprofits at Will Rogers Theatre in Oklahoma City.
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The evening will include a screening of the Sundance Award-winning “Bad Press” film, which documents the struggle to enshrine the right to a free press into the constitution of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. The documentary screening will be followed by a panel discussion with the film’s star, Angel Ellis of Mvskoke Media, and co-director Rebecca Landsberry-Baker of IJA, moderated by OMC Executive Director Rob Collins.
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The price of admission includes a drink ticket and heavy hors d’oeuvres. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/friends-of-the-free-press-tickets-1233958084849

Investigate. Innovate. Inform. In SOC's Journalism MA program in the nation's capital you will work alongside profession...
09/17/2025

Investigate. Innovate. Inform. In SOC's Journalism MA program in the nation's capital you will work alongside professional media outlets reporting on today's most important issues. Apply now. American University

09/10/2025
IJA is collaborating with UC-Berkeley, Poynter and Grist to host an upcoming webinar on November 18, 2025 that will prov...
09/05/2025

IJA is collaborating with UC-Berkeley, Poynter and Grist to host an upcoming webinar on November 18, 2025 that will provide a foundational overview of federal Indian law and responsible reporting practices in Indian Country. The training will be open to all journalists.
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We are interested in knowing what issue(s) you need more training and support in covering and whether you would be interested in participating in the upcoming webinar. To gauge interest and needs, we are requesting your input. Please respond to this survey by September 19.
https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/e/1FAIpQLSfrlaxjMBDF3yL-R8zedEH0-vThIdwxfWD9usL-QPeB3VDc6w/viewform?usp=header&pli=1
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Your feedback is appreciated!

IJA extends its gratitude to VNNTurquoise Sponsor2025 Indigenous Media ConferenceIsleta Pueblo, NM
08/16/2025

IJA extends its gratitude to VNN

Turquoise Sponsor
2025 Indigenous Media Conference
Isleta Pueblo, NM

IJA extends its gratitude to Mvskoke Media!Turquoise Sponsor2025 Indigenous Media ConferenceIsleta Pueblo, NM
08/15/2025

IJA extends its gratitude to Mvskoke Media!

Turquoise Sponsor
2025 Indigenous Media Conference
Isleta Pueblo, NM

The final day of the 2025 Indigenous Media Conference starts with Vinyasa Flow Yoga and ends with the Indigenous Media A...
08/15/2025

The final day of the 2025 Indigenous Media Conference starts with Vinyasa Flow Yoga and ends with the Indigenous Media Awards🏆Banquet featuring a performance by Gary Farmer and the Troublemakers 🎸

IJA’s Indigenous Media Conference (IMC) kicked off with the Opening Ceremony Breakfast. Regis Pecos started us off in a ...
08/15/2025

IJA’s Indigenous Media Conference (IMC) kicked off with the Opening Ceremony Breakfast. Regis Pecos started us off in a good way by sharing words and prayer, Shawn Spruce host Native America Calling guided the program as the emcee and Charly Edsity spoke on behalf of sponsor .
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Day one of the IMC ended with an Opening Night Reception sponsored by with cultural performances by the Sky City Buffalo Ram Dance Group!
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IJA extends its gratitude to Turquoise Sponsor2025 Indigenous Media ConferenceIsleta Pueblo, NM
08/14/2025

IJA extends its gratitude to

Turquoise Sponsor
2025 Indigenous Media Conference
Isleta Pueblo, NM

Day two of programming at the world’s only Indigenous Media Conference, in Albuquerque, New Mexico!
08/14/2025

Day two of programming at the world’s only Indigenous Media Conference, in Albuquerque, New Mexico!

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Native American Journalists Association

The Native American Journalists Association has a unique and challenging mission. Its primary goal is to improve communications among Native people and between Native Americans and the general public. While we encourage discussion among those visiting our page, we require that commenters be respectful of others' opinions. We will not tolerate attacks against other users, or comments that are vulgar and incite hate or violence. We maintain the right to ban comments or users from our page that do not comply with our policy. Page administrators will remove comments and posts that do not meet the standards of our viewing community.