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The National Association of Hispanic Journalists is the leading organization for Latinos in the media. We are dedicated to the recognition and professional advancement of Latinos in the news industry, plus excellence in coverage of the entire Latino community.

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Welcome to the NAHJ Members Portal
(Visit our official website at www.nahj.org)

Please be aware that yearly membership dues for Regular, Academic and Associate Members will see a price increase from $35 to $40 effective January 1, 2024.

MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

NEW MEMBERSHIP BENEFIT!

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What are the benefits of an NAHJ membership?

Some of the benefits for a professional member are listed below:

 

 

  • Affiliation with a nationally recognized professional organization representing your interests in the news industry.
  • Discounted registration for NAHJ's annual conventions.
  • Rolli: Exclusive access to the latest AI journalism software that connects members with a diverse range of vetted experts and leveraging advanced AI news gathering resources. *New Benefit*
  • Six-month membership extension for members who have lost their jobs due to layoffs, maintaining access to the career center and discounts on professional development opportunities.
  • Access to NAHJ’s career center with searchable job listings.
  • Year-round training, workshops, and seminars, both online and in-person.
  • Access to the Webinar Video Library with recordings from past presentations.
  • Eligibility to submit entries to NAHJ's Annual Journalism Awards.
  • Publishing opportunities in NAHJ’s palabra.
  • Eligibility for fellowships created specifically for NAHJ emerging journalist members.
  • Access to our Culture Competence Handbook

Additional Benefits for Student Members:

  • Participation in NAHJ’s student project during the annual convention.
  • Eligibility for scholarships and internships created specifically for NAHJ student members.
  • Access to student journalism workshops and training.

 

Have a financial/COVID19 hardship or been laid off? Click here to request membership assistance. (If you have never been an NAHJ member, you'll have to create an account on the New User section)

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NAHJ’s GOALS

  1. To organize and provide support for Hispanic Journalists.
  2. To encourage and support the study and practices of journalism and communications by Hispanics.
  3. To promote accurate and fair treatment of Hispanics by the news media.
  4. To further employment opportunities and career development for Hispanics in the news media.
  5. To foster a greater understanding of the unique cultural identity, interests and concerns of Hispanic Journalists
What originally started with 120 members burgeoned to 600 by the second year. Today, there are 3,300+ members nationwide. 
NAHJ is an organization with deep regional roots and a strong national presence. An active network has been created linking Hispanic journalists regionally and across the country. Programs and activities developed by the association are widely recognized as groundbreaking and tremendously effective for our colleges. Most importantly, NAHJ is still growing, both in memberships and activities. NAHJ policies and projects are geared to foster the interest of Hispanic students in Journalism.

 

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PURPOSE AND NONPARTISAN ACTIVITIES

1. To organize and provide mutual support for Hispanics involved in the gathering or dissemination of news. 
2. To encourage and support the study and practice of journalism and communications by Hispanics. 
3. To foster and promote the fair treatment of Hispanics in the media.
4. To further the employment and career development of Hispanics in the media.
5. To foster a greater understanding of Hispanic media professionals’ special cultural identity, interests and concerns. 

The Association shall not, except in any insubstantial degree, engage in any activities or exercise any powers that are not in furtherance of these purposes.

NONPARTISAN ACTIVITIES

No substantial part of the activities of the Association shall consist of the publication or dissemination of materials with the purpose of attempting to influence legislation, and the Association shall not participate or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for public office.