Excited to welcome Brian Bull (Nez Perce Tribe), to the Indigenous Journalists Association Board of Directors. Thank you Alyssa London (Tlingit) for your dedicated service! 🙏 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/mv23yb98 #IndigenousJournalists #NativeMedia #IJA #NativeVoices

Kaiya Little, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma & 2025 Indigenous Journalism Fellow, wrote about how Texas’ Native American studies class survived anti-DEI challenges → hechingerreport.org/inside-the-fight-to-save-texas-native-american-studies-course

IJA welcomes Jes Abeita (Isleta Pueblo/Laguna Pueblo) as our new Program Manager! With 20+ years in Native media, she’ll support Indigenous journalists nationwide. We’ve also updated staff email addresses. Learn more: https://ow.ly/fGGw50Ym6zp #IndigenousJournalists #NativeMedia

The 2026 Indigenous Media Awards are officially open! 🏆 New streamlined divisions, new Special Coverage categories, and more transparency in judging. Submit your best work: https://betternewspapercontest.com/login #IndigenousMediaAwards #IndigenousJournalism #IJA

The Indigenous Media Conference program proposal deadline has been extended to March 20, 2026. Share your expertise through a breakout session, workshop, or plenary opportunity. ➡️ Submit a session proposal: https://tinyurl.com/IMC26RFP #IndigenousMedia #Journalism #CallForProposals

IJA Freelancer Database is live—connecting Indigenous & allied media freelancers with vetted outlets. Learn more or get involved: contact IJA Director of Membership Sheena Roetman-Wynn at [email protected] #ContractWork

IndigiNews launched the new IndigiNews Refocus Photojournalism Fellowship: Mi’kma’ki! A chance for Indigenous photojournalists in Canada to learn from industry-leaders in an expenses-paid bootcamp, in Mi’kma’ki / Kjipuktuk (Halifax) May 17 - 23, 2026. More here: www.refocusfellowship.ca

IMC 2026 hotel block is open! Stay at the Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront at a discounted conference rate. Book by June 29 to save—rooms are limited. Reserve here: https://tinyurl.com/3wupwffv

Journalists covering immigration raids and protests have been pepper-sprayed and tear-gassed—even after identifying as press. We call on law enforcement to respect the First Amendment and protect journalists on the front lines. https://bit.ly/4k8oIMr #PressFreedom #FirstAmendment #ProtectJournalists

IJA’s 2025 year-end campaign exceeded its goal—raising $4,695 to support training, fellowships, and events for Indigenous journalists. Grateful for our members, donors, and community who make this work possible. Ahéhee’ • Kutâputunumuw • Mvto • Miigwech • Wopila Tanka • Kutâputunumuw

Apply to Become a Report for America Journalist! Info Session tonight, Wed Jan 28, 2026 5pm - 6pm (MST) Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hT67WhyVQuy_RklIByr1IQ#/registration#/registration

Applications are open for the 2026 Indigenous Journalism Fellowship! Fellows and mentors are invited to apply for this opportunity supporting Indigenous journalists, mentorship, and professional growth. Deadline: Feb. 13, 2026. https://tinyurl.com/2aamtz9x #IndigenousJournalism #IJA

IJA members, Arizona journalists & students: join a FREE legal workshop Feb. 5 at ASU Law. Learn about recording rights, protest coverage & access issues from journalists and legal experts. 📧 RSVP: [email protected] #PressFreedom #IJA

🌱 First story from IJA x SJN Indigenous Climate Solutions Cohort is live! Chickasaw Nation tree planting highlights culture, community & climate action. Read or Listen here: https://tinyurl.com/4x8nbjd7

Applications open: 2026 IJA–Oklahoman Native American Journalism Summer Internships. Paid newsroom experience for Indigenous college students. https://tinyurl.com/32m6397y

🌟Program proposals for the 2026 Indigenous Media Conference are open through Feb. 20, 2026 - We want to hear your ideas! ✨ Submit proposals https://tinyurl.com/IMC26RFP #IJA2026 #IndigenousMedia #IndigenousJournalists #PortlandEvents #IJACommunity

IJA has developed its 2026–2029 strategic plan, guided by member feedback. A full report will be shared at IMC 2026 in Portland. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/58tb3ers

📣 Now hiring: Program Manager! Join IJA to support Indigenous journalists & media workers. Full-time, remote, Apply https://tinyurl.com/3c4z99jx #jobs

The IJA Freelancer Database is live—connecting Indigenous & allied media freelancers with vetted outlets. Link in bio. #ContractWork

Want to get involved? Join an IJA committee and help shape our work. Email [email protected] and note your interest.

IJA has developed its 2026–2029 strategic plan, guided by member feedback. A full report will be shared at IMC 2026 in Portland. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/58tb3ers

The Revenue Accelerator (Cohort 4) with @solutionsjournalism + @blueenginecollab is a 9-month program (March–Dec 2026) focused on major gifts + grants for solutions journalism. Apply by Jan. 6. Application link: https://www.tfaforms.com/5204377 #NewsroomSustainability #MediaFunding #NonprofitNews

🌟 Portland, OR is the host city for the 2026 Indigenous Media Conference, July 22–24! Program proposals open through Feb. 20, 2026 tinyurl.com/IMC26RFP. ✨ #IJA2026 #IndigenousMedia #IndigenousJournalists #PortlandEvents #IJACommunity

We joined journalism organizations nationwide to urge regulators to protect local voices, newsroom diversity, and editorial independence as media-ownership rules are reconsidered. https://bit.ly/4j0XQNP

We joined journalism organizations nationwide to urge regulators to protect local voices, newsroom diversity, and editorial independence as media-ownership rules are reconsidered. https://bit.ly/4j0XQNP

How has the media covered the Land Back movement? Hear about it from journalism instructor Trevor Green, a member of the Cowichan Nation 👉 tinyurl.com/2uea7jtj

✨ Announcing the 2025–2026 IJA Board of Directors! ✨ Thank you to our members for electing the leaders who will guide IJA into its next chapter. Congrats to all newly elected and returning board members! 🎉 #IJA #IndigenousJournalists #IndigenousMedia #IMC25

Register for this free training now!REGISTRATION LINK: tinyurl.com/mry9uzkf

Excited to welcome Melissa Greene-Blye (Miami Tribe of Oklahoma) to IJA Board of Directors! With 20+ years in journalism & a passion for mentoring Indigenous journalists, she brings incredible leadership to the board. ✨ https://tinyurl.com/mr2wcnsa #IndigenousJournalists #Native #IndigenousMedia

What is the media's role in advancing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s calls to action? Hear about this with Kaila Johnston at the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation. To join this #GrowingIndigenousStorytellersFellowship training. Register: tinyurl.com/mry9uzkf

🚨 Deadline extended: Jan. 30! Indigenous students — apply for the Student Investigative Journalism Workshop in OKC, Feb. 12–13. Hands-on training, mentorship & fellowships available. Apply Here: https://tinyurl.com/yvaxah2t #IndigenousJournalism #StudentOpportunity #InvestigativeJournalism #Data

Widening the Pipeline Fellowship 2026 a year-long Fellowship for U.S.-Based Journalists of Color APPLY by Dec. 14: National Press Foundation Learn more here:https://tinyurl.com/2hfxx8jx

How do you develop a freelance career? Learn about this and more from Michelle Cyca, the bureau chief of conservation and fellowships at The Narwhal. … This is part of our #GrowingIndigenousStorytellersFellowship trainings, open to all. Sign up: tinyurl.com/236ddz8u

Support Future Storytellers ✨“It is self-evident that we need factual, accurate & equitable stories… Indigenous journalists remain that beacon.” Ronnie Washines (Yakama) GOAL $2,500 by 12/31. Gifts $100+ get a limited-edition IJA tee: https://naja.wildapricot.org Ahéhee' •Mvto•Wopila Tanka•Miigwech

A Call to Support Future Storytellers ✨ This #GivingTuesday, help empower Indigenous journalists! Goal: $2,500 by Dec. 31. Donate $100+ and get a limited-edition IJA t-shirt. https://naja.wildapricot.org#GivingTuesday Ahéhee' • Mvto • Wopila Tanka • Miigwech

Looking to brush up on your news writing skills for TV/radio? Join us for a session with Kristy Snell (Dakota), who teaches journalism at Concordia University! As part of our #GrowingIndigenousStorytellersFellowship training series, this workshop is open to all. Register here: tinyurl.com/4ksnkapx

Ever wonder what it’s like to work for a wire service? Sign up for our session with @bhobs22.bsky.social, a reporter-editor with The Canadian Press in Winnipeg! … This workshop is part of our #GrowingIndigenousStorytellersFellowship trainings, open to journalists and everyone. tinyurl.com/5pnv4cbu

How do reporters vet sources and info? Hear about it from @maryhudetz.bsky.social Apsaaloke (Crow Tribe). Journalists and everyone interested in the industry are welcome to join this #GrowingIndigenousStorytellersFellowship workshop on Oct. 31 at 1pm CT/2pm ET. Register here: tinyurl.com/2s3fshjp

New Opp for Indigenous Journalists! IJA, the Narwhal & IndigiNews, launches the Indigenous Journalism Fellowship: a year-long, full time program. Gain mentorship, hands-on newsroom experience & develop your reporting skills. Apply now! https://tinyurl.com/mwd4tmj9 #IndigenousJournalism #Fellowship

The Center for Native American and Indigenous Research and Northwestern University Medill School invite you to a screening of Bad Press +Q&A. 📅 Oct. 24, at 5 p.m. 📍 McCormick Auditorium, Norris University Center 🍕 Food provided! All are welcome to this free event. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Join us in welcoming the 2nd cohort of fellows in the 2025 Growing Indigenous Storytellers Fellowship! Developed in partnership with Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) ‪APTN News‬, w/ support from the Google News Initiative. Read More Here: https://tinyurl.com/IJAcohort #IndigenousJournalism

Learn about documentary filmmaking from producer Leena Minifie (Gitxaala/British). As a journalist she worked at CBC Radio One and APTN News. This workshop is open to everyone interested in the journalism industry. Sign up here, and see you on Oct. 24 at 1pm CT/2pm ET: tinyurl.com/yb4hv3d2

Want to strengthen local journalism? 📰 Become a host for a 2026 RFA corps member to cover underreported stories & communities. 💻 Learn more at RFA’s virtual info session: 🗓️ Oct. 7 | 1 p.m. ET | Zoom 🔗 Register: https://tinyurl.com/yzkch7d4 #Journalism #ReportForAmerica #IndigenousMedia #LocalNews

📣 IJA Members: Your voice matters! Take the 2025 Membership Survey by 10/31 for a chance to win a $100 Eighth Generation gift card (weekly) + #IMC26 registration. Check your email for the survey link—takes just 15 minutes!

Join IJA and the OMC for a fundraiser for both 501(c)3 nonprofits at Will Rogers Theatre in Oklahoma City. The event will include a screening of the Sundance Award-winning “Bad Press” film. www.eventbrite.com/e/friends-of...

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.edu

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IJA extends its gratitude to The New York Times! Turquoise Sponsor 2025 Indigenous Media Conference Isleta Pueblo, NM

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