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January 11, 2012
2012 PABJ Awards Program is accepting nominations & scholarship applications
The Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists (PABJ) is now accepting nominations for journalists, community members and students to be honored at its annual awards and scholarship ceremony on Saturday, May 19, 2012.Nominees will be recognized in the following award categories:
- Trailblazer Award
- Community Service Award
- Journalist of the Year
- Lifetime Achievement Award
- Impact Award
PABJ will also award multiple $1,000 scholarships to African-American high school seniors and college students who reside in or attend classes in the Delaware Valley. Applicants must be pursuing degrees in journalism or communications (broadcast, radio, print, or new media). The 2012 PABJ scholarship application may be obtained by visiting www.pabj.org. Scholarship applications must be postmarked by March 9. Please e-mail scholarship questions to Porsha Grant at pabj.scholarship@gmail.com.
PABJ is seeking sponsorship to help the organization carry out its organizational goals for 2012, its core mission to honor excellence and achievement in the media, and to support the next generation of African-American journalists. You may obtain sponsorship materials at www.pabj.org. Please contact PABJ President Sarah Glover at president@pabj.org or 215- 854-4224 to discuss sponsorship opportunities.
July 1, 2011
"Philly LOVE" Party
PABJ will produce its "Philly LOVE" party during the NABJ Convention on Friday, August 5 at the Electric Factory from 10:30 pm to 3:00 a.m. There will be a discounted ticket price for PABJ members!Ahmir "?uestlove" Thompson of the legendary Roots crew will be among the Philly artists at the party! DJ Questo will be doing his thing. The party will go on till 3 o'clock in the morning! More party details to come in the coming week.
February 11, 2011
2011 PABJ Awards & Scholarship Program
The Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists (PABJ) is now accepting nominations for journalists and community members to be honored at its annual awards and scholarship reception in June.Nominees will be recognized in the following categories:
- Trailblazer Award
- Community Service Award
- Journalist of the Year
- Lifetime Achievement Award
PABJ will also award multiple scholarships ranging from $1000-$2500 to African-American high school seniors and college students who are from the Delaware Valley or who attend a Delaware Valley college/university. Applicants must be pursuing degrees in journalism or communications (broadcast, radio, print, or new media). The 2011 PABJ scholarship application may be obtained by visiting www.pabj.org. Applications must be postmarked by April 21. Please e-mail scholarship questions to Porsha Grant.
PABJ is seeking sponsorship to help the organization carry out its 2011 goals and core mission. Sponsorships support the PABJ Awards Program, which honors journalistic excellence and achievement; PABJ Scholarships, which support the next generation of African-American journalists; and numerous PABJ community programs which take place over the course of the year. Please contact PABJ President, Sarah Glover, at president@pabj.org or 215-854-4224 to discuss sponsorship opportunities.
January 13, 2011
Michael Days & Sandy Clark
Greg OsbergChief Executive Officer and Publisher
Philadelphia Media Network
400 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, Pa. 19130
Dear Greg:
The Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists (PABJ) salutes the recent appointment of Michael Days as managing editor of The Philadelphia Inquirer and Sandy Clark as deputy managing editor of features and operations. The Inquirer has assembled a stellar team under the leadership of editor Stan Wischnowski.
Days and Clark bring integrity, professionalism and journalistic excellence to the company. They are both longtime members of the National Association of Black Journalists.
PABJ has every confidence that they will help enhance the reputation of The Inquirer's coverage in the Philadelphia region. PABJ applauds the promotion of these highly qualified journalists.
PABJ is also concerned about the overall lack of diversity at the papers. Days' departure leaves the Daily News without a person of color among its management staff.
It is our hope that the Philadelphia Media Network will embrace diversity as a core value, and ensure its workforce reflects the community that it serves. I'm requesting a meeting with you to discuss these issues and identify how PABJ can partner with PMH.
Sincerely,
Sarah J. Glover, President
Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists
215-854-4224 phone
president@pabj.org
cc. Stan Wischnowski and Larry Platt
November 24, 2010
Magazine Donation
Please donate your old Ebony, Jet, Essence, Black Enterprise and other magazines that portray the African American experience to a good cause. PABJ will be sending the donated magazines to Cameroon to Heather Faison who is working with young people there. You may drop off your magazines to The Inquirer/Daily News front desk, Attn: Sarah Glover. Please bring your magazines in by Dec. 14 to make the first shipment. If you have questions, please reach out to Denise Clay at denisewriter@hotmail.com.November 18, 2010
Holiday Party
PABJ is hosting a holiday party with the Philadelphia Black Public Relations Society and NBC10. The event takes place on Friday, Dec. 3 at 6pm at NBC10, 10 Monument Drive, Lower Merion. Event is free for PBPRS and PABJ members. $20 for non-members. RSVP required to sblakely3@verizon.net. We are asking all party attendees to bring children's gloves, hats and scarves to be donated to the Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds-Brown Operation Warmth drive.November 12, 2010
PABJ follow response to Reporters Without Borders
Greetings again Clothilde:I can't speak authoritatively to the differences between European and American journalists and their positions or opinions on this case.
On behalf of PABJ, I can say that PABJ does not take a position on guilt or innocence. A jury of Mumia's peers rendered a verdict in the case. As an organization made up of journalists, PABJ can't comment on that process nor advocate for varied outcomes or the subsequent proceedings. Many of PABJ's members have covered and are covering the Mumia case and the subsequent proceedings. Hence, PABJ's organizational position must remain neutral. What we can do as journalists is report the story and ensure our news organizations cover the developments fairly and accurately. To echo my colleague's comments, it goes without saying, PABJ believes every citizen should have the right to a fair trial and, and as pointed out in my earlier response, the right to exercise free speech.
Sincerely,
Sarah Glover
PABJ President
Philadelphia Daily News Photographer
November 12, 2010
PABJ Response to Reporters Without Borders request for a statement on PABJ's position on Mumia
Dear Clothilde Le Coz / Reporters Without Borders,Thanks for your outreach and interest in PABJ. It was nice to meet you personally at the PABJ November Membership Meeting. The PABJ Board discussed your initial correspondence at the October Eboard meeting.
To answer your questions below and provide a general response as requested--
Mumia served as PABJ president during the 1981 calendar year. At that time, the presidency lasted one year. He was an outgoing president at the time of Officer Daniel Faulkner's death. Joe Davidson, then of the Philadelphia Bulletin, was the incoming president. There is no organizational record to access to speak to Mumia's service accomplishments at the time of his presidency.
The Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists is impartial in the Mumia case because of our role as journalists. PABJ does not take a position on Mumia's guilt or innocence. This has been the organization's position since the beginning. PABJ believes every citizen, including Mumia, should be able to exercise their free speech rights.
Sincerely,
Sarah Glover
PABJ President
Philadelphia Daily News Photographer
November 3, 2010
Membership
It's that time of year to renew your PABJ dues and carry your membership through the 2011 calendar year. If you have already renewed, a big thank you! Many of you have. For those that haven't, now is the time to do so.The forthcoming year will be a big year for the chapter --- PABJ will host the NABJ convention from Aug. 3-7, 2011. Don't let your dues lapse! Stay engaged.
In the spring of 2010, PABJ raffled a signed Obama photograph for all renewed/new members. Patricia Clifford of The Philadelphia Tribune was the winner! Stay tuned for 2011 membership incentives for renewed/new members.
Continue to receive PABJ news, industry information and NABJ news. Stay connected and stay onboard.
Download an application at www.pabj.org/join.html.
Renew today!
October 20, 2010
Informational Mixer
PABJ co-sponsors a Hampton University/Scripps Howard Informational Mixer on November 10 in the Inquirer/Daily News Public Room, 400 N. Broad Street at 6:30pm. For more information, contact mburney@phillynews.com.The NAACP PHILADELPHIA BRANCH and TEMPLE UNIVERSITY PRESS present a discussion and book signing "TASTING FREEDOM: Octavius Catto and the Battle for Equality in Civil War America" by Daniel Biddle and Murray Dubin on Thursday, Nov. 18 at The African American Museum in Philadelphia, 701 Arch Street at 6pm. This event is co-sponsored by PABJ and the Black Clergy of Philadelphia.
October 18, 2010
Congrats!
PABJ member Keith Pompey and wife Kim welcomed their first child on Oct. 18, a beautiful baby girl named KaMaurie Simone Pompey. Congrats Keith & Kim!October 15, 2010
Porsha Grant
Greetings PABJ Members,Porsha Grant, a producer at WPVI-TV, has been certified as a candidate for PABJ's office of vice president-broadcast.
Thank you,
The Election Committee
October 14, 2010
Certified Candidates
Greetings PABJ Members,As you know, PABJ will elect new officers on Tuesday, December 14, 2010. Below is a list of certified candidates for the office of president, vice president-print, secretary, treasurer and parliamentarian.
More certified candidates are likely to follow.
The Election Committee will send out periodic emails and make every effort to ensure that the membership stays informed about the election process. Please visit www.pabj.org for information updates.
Thank you,
The Election Committee
The Candidates:
President
Johann Calhoun
City Editor, The Philadelphia Tribune
Sarah J. Glover
Staff Photographer, Philadelphia Daily News
Vice President - Print
Chris Murray
Freelance Writer-Contributor, The Philadelphia Sunday Sun, The Grio.com and WURD Radio
Secretary
Germaine Edwards, Ph.D.
Education and Public Relations Consultant
Treasurer
Melanie Burney
Editorial Writer, The Philadelphia Inquirer
Parliamentarian
Cherri Gregg Mincey, Esq.
Contributing Correspondent, Ebru TV, and Temple University Master of Journalism Student
October 13, 2010
MAC honors PABJ members
The Multicultural Affairs Congress recognizes PABJ members Deirdre Childress, Melanie Burney and Sarah Glover with a "Bring it Home Award" for their work to bring the NABJ 2011 Convention to Philadelphia. The luncheon and awards ceremony takes place on Friday, Oct. 29 at the Hyatt at Penn's Landing. PABJ member Elka Battle, who works for the Multicultural Affairs Congress, is planning the event. Deirdre presently serves as NABJ Vice President-Print. Melanie served as NABJ Parliamentarian and Sarah as NABJ Secretary on the 2005-2007 Board of Directors. In 2006, Sarah served as the convention site selection chair and was charged with ushering the yearlong site selection process from about 30 cities to the final two selections/winners, which were-- San Diego in 2010 and Philadelphia in 2011. In addition, PABJ member Caleb Wilkerson served as NABJ Region I Director at the time of the selection process and was also an instrumental part of the selection process.October 12, 2010
PABJ Celebrates Denise James' Career and Calls for More Media Diversity
For Immediate ReleaseThe Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists (PABJ) celebrates Denise James' contributions to journalism and her outstanding broadcast career spanning nearly three decades.
Denise worked as a reporter at 6ABC for the past 23 years. She has covered education, features, politics and celebrities. Among her most notable work is a series she produced on violence against children and special reports tracing DNA back to Africa.
While off the air during a medical leave of absence her position was eliminated.
Denise's approach to journalism has been to empower people through her reporting and to recognize the humanity in people who have traditionally been marginalized.
“Denise has the highest of journalistic standards and is a humble soul. Denise brings a sense of wisdom, excitement, urgency and poise to broadcasting. Her departure leaves a void in the Philadelphia media market and she will be sorely missed,” said PABJ President Sarah Glover.
Denise began her career at WGPR-TV/radio in Detroit, the nation's first black owned and operated TV station. She also worked as a television reporter in Greensboro and Durham, North Carolina. She's shared her journalistic talents by mentoring young journalists and others over the years. Presently, Denise teaches broadcast journalism at Temple University. “I'm embracing what lies ahead,” she said.
She is a New York City native and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Michigan State University.
Denise is a longtime member of PABJ and NABJ, and presently serves as PABJ Vice President-Broadcast. She was recognized as PABJ's Journalist of the Year-Broadcast in 2006 for her journalistic excellence. Her departure from 6ABC reflects a bigger issue for our organization and industry, and speaks to the fundamental and evolving mission of our organization.
It appears diversity has taken a backseat as black journalists have been disproportion ately affected by job cuts and layoffs industry-wide. This is particularly disturbing as minority communities grow and become more diverse.
PABJ is committed to working with media outlets to develop strategies to promote, retain and hire more black journalists. PABJ is concerned about the growing exodus of veteran journalists of color in the broadcast and print realm. Lauren Wilson's departure from 6ABC this year is another example of this unfortunate trend.
PABJ believes that a diverse newsroom with people of color from various backgrounds working at all levels is paramount for fair and accurate coverage of the community. PABJ encourages media companies to continue to employ journalists who reflect the needs and concerns of the communities they serve.
PABJ will celebrate Denise James' broadcast career during its general monthly meeting tonight at about 8pm in the Philadelphia Inquirer/Daily News Public Room, 400 N. Broad Street. The meeting runs from 7-9p and is open to the public and refreshments will be served. For more information, please call 215-854-4224.
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The Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists (PABJ) is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1973 by journalists concerned about the lack of black journalists in the media and the dearth of coverage of the black community. PABJ is the founding chapter of National Association of Black Journalists, which boasts more than 3,000 members worldwide. PABJ will host the 2011 NABJ convention, which comes to Philadelphia from Aug. 3-7, 2011.
October 12, 2010
Solomon's Words on the Street
PABJ member Solomon Jones is working on an important initiative, Words on the Street, that will launch on November 10 at the Chestnut Club, 1529 Chestnut Street, from 6-9p. If you cannot attend, please consider buying a ticket and sponsoring a student.Words On The Street, sponsored by Verizon, partners bestselling author Solomon Jones with Art Sanctuary in a literacy program targeting at-risk students. Your ticket includes a personally autographed hardcover edition of Solomon's new novel, The Last Confession, h'ors d'oeuvres, door prizes, and a Barnes & Noble gift bag filled with complimentary items. Best of all, a portion of your ticket price will benefit Art Sanctuary's community-based arts and literacy programs. Program partners include the Philadelphia Daily News, Barnes & Noble, Power 99 FM, and Minotaur Books. Learn more at http://words.eventbrite.com/.
Join Solomon's event facebook page here
For more information, email Solomon at: sj@solomonjones.com
October 11, 2010
Melanie is being honored for her work
PABJ Member Melanie Burney been selected by the Kappa Community Development Corporation of the Burlington-Camden Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. to receive its prestigious African-American Women Achievers Award for contributions to journalism. She will be among 15 black women from across the region who will be recognized for contributions to their respective fields.The award presentations will take place at the African American Women Achievers Banquet at Auletto's Catering in Deptford, N.J. on Sunday Nov. 7 at 4 p.m. Tickets for the event are $60.00 (KCDC is a 501c3 organization). Monique Braxton of NBC10 will be the Mistress of Ceremony.
The Kappa Community Development Corporation is also publishing a souvenir booklet for the event. A full page ad is $125; half page $65 and quarter page or business cards $40.00
If you would like to purchase a ticket or place an ad, please contact Melanie asap at mburney@phillynews.com.
October 9, 2010
Sherry is teaching technology and has formed a blog network
PABJ member and former president Sherry Howard established We Are Black Women blog network and she's offering, The WABW Tech Camp, a seminar produced by the We Are Black Women blog network on October 23. The seminar will simplify a range of tech topics, including mastering social media, finding the online resources you need (without forking over a lot of money), and learning how fun and easy it is to create blogs for you or your business.The seminar will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, 2010, at Annenberg Hall, Diamond and 13th Streets (2020 N. 13th Street) on the campus of Temple University in Philadelphia. A continental breakfast will be served. Registration is $25, and seating is limited - so learn more about the sessions and register.
For more information, contact Sherry Howard, President, We Are Black Women blog network at sherry@wabwnetwork.com or 215-901-9046.
September 27, 2010
PABJ Election 2010
In December, PABJ will elect a new slate of officers to set the agenda for NABJ's reigning co-chapter of the year. In addition to the important duties of guiding PABJ for the next two years, the new officers will have the added responsibility of leading the organization as it hosts the 2011 NABJ National Convention. You can support PABJ by running for an office, nominating a qualified candidate and casting your ballot.The chapter officers are: President, Vice President-Print, Vice President-Broadcast, Secretary, Treasurer and Parliamentarian. Each will serve a two-year term. The president and vice presidents are prohibited from seeking a third consecutive term.
Candidates will be nominated from the floor at the October 12 membership meeting. No additional nominations will be accepted after the October meeting, as stipulated by the chapter bylaws.
Only paid full and associate PABJ members in good standing as of Oct. 1 may make a nomination, run for an office or vote in the election. All candidates also must be NABJ members. Members who meet the above qualifications are eligible to run for any office, except president and vice president. Candidates for president and vice president MUST be full members, according to the NABJ Constitution.
The vote will be taken in December by official ballot at a time and place set by the Election Committee. Only members in good standing will be allowed to vote.
Members may vote in person, by proxy or by mail. When voting by proxy, eligible members must specify in writing to whom they are entrusting their proxy. The proxy must be dated and signed by the voting member and postmarked no later than five working days prior to the election. Mail-in ballots must be requested in writing two weeks prior to the election. All balloting by mail must be postmarked no later than five working days prior to the election date. Only one voting method may be used by an individual in an election.
If you have any questions, contact Kristin Holmes at 610-313-8211.
Thank you,
Kristin Holmes and Elaine Weaver-Crepps
PABJ Election Committee
September 24, 2010
PABJ's Election Chair
Kristin Holmes, Inquirer staff writer, will again serve as PABJ's election chair. Kristin is a former election chairwoman and committee member, and has served the organization for many many years on various committees. If you are interested in joining the elections committee please reach out to her by October 1. To access the organization's elections protocols, please take a look at our bylaws. If you have elections questions, please submit them to Kristin at kholmes@phillynews.com.September 16, 2010
Elections Committee
If you are interested in serving on the Elections Committee as chair or a member, please contact Sarah Glover by October 1 at president@pabj.org. Committee members will consist of current PABJ members in good standing not seeking office themselves. The committee will begin its work immediately thereafter. To view PABJ's bylaws, click here.August 29, 2010
NABJ Chapter of the Year
PABJ was awarded the NABJ Chapter of the Year Award on July 29, 2010 at the NABJ 35th Annual Convention & Career Fair opening ceremonies. This year's award was a two-fer: the Tampa chapter, the other finalist, was also bestowed the honors. PABJ won the award twice in the last three years, taking home the honor in 2008.August 26, 2010
PABJ September meeting notice
It's not too early to think fall, PABJ starts meeting again just around the corner.SAVE THE DATE: The next PABJ meeting takes place Tuesday, September 14 in the Daily News Flamingo Room, 400 N. Broad Street, at 7pm. PABJ comes off summer hiatus. Join us for a PABJ@NABJ@35 recap of our successful events in San Diego. Our September meeting guest speaker is Tammy Evans-Colquitt of Image & Attitude Inc. Tammy will share information about her organization and provide insight into the need for coverage of small and/or local non-profits. http://www.imageandattitude.org/. Refreshments and food will be served.
August 13, 2010
PABJ awards an additional $1,000 in scholarships
The Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists will award four $250 Books & Supplies Scholarships this fall.In addition to awarding two $1,000 scholarships at the PABJ Awards Ceremony on June 12, 2010, PABJ is also awarding four special scholarships to four students from this year's scholarship applicant pool.
Each of the four students will receive $250 to help them with books and supplies. The four PABJ Books & Supplies Scholarships will help assist the recipients offset those necessary book expenses that come every semester.
The four students who will receive the 2010 PABJ Books & Supplies Scholarships are: Kendall Alexander, of Hampton University; Nicole Lockley, of Lincoln University; Kimberley Richards, of Temple University; and Haniyyah Sharpe, of Temple University.
"PABJ is proud to be in a position to facilitate these scholarships. Doing so demonstrates PABJ's commitment to preparing the next generation of black journalists," said PABJ President Sarah Glover. "Every little bit of financial support truly helps."
The assistance means a lot to the students.
Nicole Lockley said, "I am so thankful to receive this monetary gift from PABJ. To have acknowledgment from such an organization is not only an honor but also a blessing to help me in continuing my education and to help me become a journalist. I thank the members of PABJ for encouraging and inspiring me in my aspiration to one day achieve greatness within my career."
For media inquiries, please contact pabj@pabj.org or 215-854-4224.
August 4, 2010
"Philly LOVE" Raffle
PABJ provided an array of raffle items at the "Philly LOVE" Party at the NABJ@35 Convention in San Diego. The chances for each raffle was $2 for one chance or $5 for three chances. Monie Love pulled the winners during the "Philly LOVE" Party at the end of the convention. You had to be present to win. PABJ's raffles were a big hit! Proceeds from the raffle went toward offsetting the PABJ's San Diego event costs.The five items and the winners are as follows:
2 Southwest Airline Tickets donated by GPTMC-
Marsha Gilbert, Elkins Park
2011 NABJ Convention Registration donated by NABJ -
Carla Wills, Baltimore
2011 NABJ Convention Registration donated by MAC -
Courtney Ward, Decatur, GA
$100 American Express Card donated by MAC -
Michelle Shepney, Orlando
Jimmy Rollins signed Baseball Bat donated by the Phillies -
Herbert Lowe, Chicago
August 3, 2010
PABJ@NABJ@35 ~ CONGRATULATIONS PABJ!!!!
Congratulations PABJ on a job well done!!!The Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists truly represented in Southern California last week at NABJ's 35th Annual Convention & Career Fair in San Diego. A shotout to the San Diego chapter for being GREAT hosts!!!
PABJ held two signature events during the convention: a networking reception on Friday, July 30 and a Philadelphia Kickoff Celebration on Saturday, July 31. Both events were the talk of the convention week.
The networking reception was done in style, taking place at the Top of the Hyatt on the 40th Floor of the hotel's Harbor Tower. PABJ served hors d'oeurves and gave out free drinks to the first 75 guests. About 225 people attended the event.
The "Philly LOVE" Kickoff Party, presented by PABJ and Comcast, was the officialPhilly jumpstart celebration for NABJ's 36th Annual Convention, which will take place next year in Philly from Aug. 3-7, 2011. The "Philly LOVE" party in San Diego drew about 1,300 attendees. Free drinks were given out to the first 250 guests, and chips and salsa were served all night. The 40X40 foot dancefloor was packed with conventioneers dancing to tunes spun by DJ Wiz of Kid 'N Play and Monie Love, our party host, kept the energy up and through the roof. What made this party so special is that it was a video mix party, a first for an NABJ convention. While music played, two mega screens had videos playing in sync with the dj's music. In addition, a slideshow of PABJ member photos, Philly photos and sponsor recognition information played throughout the night. The final touches that made this night even moreso special include: Phillies jerseys worn by our DJ and host, five phenomenal raffle items that were the talk of the convention, and XOXO red heart balloons and votive candles throughout the room that were not only lovely, but poignant!
Both events were sponsored by Comcast, Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation, Multicultural Affairs Congress and 6ABC. PABJ is proud and thankful for the organizations' generous support. What makes these partnerships so special is that many of our sponsors are PABJ members and contribute to the great work PABJ is doing in the community throughout the year.
A sincere note of thanks to all those who helped make PABJ's events a success. We hit multiple bumps in the road throughout the planning process, but the end result of the committee's efforts was amazing.
Congratulations to PABJ's convention planning committee, particularly chair Johann Calhoun, and the following members who stepped up throughout the process and executed seamlessly on-site: Sandra Long, Arthur Fennell, Rachel Ferguson, Cherri Gregg Mincey, Melanie Burney, Elka Battle, Denise Clay, Chris Murray and Deirdre Childress. Also, a big thanks to those folks and friends of PABJ who pitched in on-site: Patricia Washington, Melanie Johnson, Sandy Clark, Kirk Wardy, Mariya Brewer, Kelly Williams, Jennifer Cunningham, Melony Roy, Rod Hicks, Velvet McNeil, Jeff Guaracino and Timothy Parker. You all sacrificed your full convention experience to help and do the good work that needed to get done on the ground; I'm deeply appreciative of your time and sacrifice. PABJ just couldn't have been so successful without your help and support... THANK YOU!!!!
In addition to all the coordination efforts at the party, PABJ had sizeable representation on the NABJ Student Projects this year with members volunteering as mentors and students attending as participants.
And if that wasn't enough Philly in San Diego for you... PABJ went on to win the 2010 Chapter of the Year Award, sharing the honors with the co-winner the Tampa Association of Black Journalists. PABJ also won the award in 2008. In addition, two PABJ members won NABJ Salute to Excellence Awards for their reporting and photography work - Kia Gregory and Sarah Glover respectively.
If you attended the San Diego convention, please take the time to send us feedback on PABJ's events by emailing pabj@pabj.org.
PABJ looks forward to 2011 when we'll again show our "Philly LOVE" @NABJ and once again highlight the City of Brotherly Love & Sisterly Affection!
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SAVE THE DATE ~ NABJ 36th Annual Convention & Career Fair takes place in Philly from August 3-7, 2011. PABJ will host another phenomenal Philly Party on Friday, Aug. 5, 2011! .
April 28, 2010
Melissa Magee
PABJ is pleased to announce Melissa Magee, the newest addition to the 6ABC family, will be the mistress of ceremonies at PABJ's Awards Ceremony on June 12. Melissa reports the weather and prior to coming to Philadelphia has worked in New York, State College, Bakersfiled, Ca., and Scottsbluff, NE. Melissa is a graduate of UCLA and obtaining her certification in broadcast meteorology. For awards ceremony ticket information, click here.April 23, 2010
"In Between The Lines With Philadelphia's Black Newspaper Editors"
PABJ's Media Watch Committee is working in conjunction with the Art Sanctuary in crafting a panel discussion, called "In Between The Lines ... With Philadelphia's Black Newspaper Editors," for this year's 26th Annual Celebration of Black Writers Festival.What: The region's top black editors will participate in dialogue on a number of issues ranging from the sociological effects stories may have on the black community, how content is directed and pushed before it hits the news stands and the future of print journalism.
Why: PABJ has focused the panel on print journalism.
When: The panel discussion will be aired live on May 19 between 5 and 7 p.m. on 900AM WURD. The host/moderator scheduled is Albert Butler. Guests should arrive at location 15 to 20 minutes before 5 p.m.
Where: The discussion takes place at the Rittenhouse Barnes and Noble Bookstore at 1805 Walnut St. on the third floor, and will air live on 900AM WURD. The event is free and open to the public.
Who: Invited panelists include: Irv Randolph, Managing Editor, The Philadelphia Tribune; Jerry Mondesire, Editor, Publisher, The Philadelphia Sunday Sun; Michael Days, Editor, The Philadelphia Daily News; Sandra Long, Managing Editor, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Adamma Ince, Editor, The Philadelphia Weekly.
Contact: For more information please call Johann Calhoun at (215) 893-5741 or Bebita Metellus at (267) 818-0007.
April 16, 2010
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
PABJ will be participating in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure on Sunday, May 9. Team PABJ has participated in the walk for a handful of years now. We'll be walking in honor of NABJ Founder Sandra Long, a breast cancer survivor. If you can't make the walk itself, you're welcome to make a donation. Team PABJ has a goal of $2,000. Help us meet it by participating or donating. To obtain more information about Team PABJ's participation click here.April 9, 2010
PABJ 2010 Honorees Press Release
PABJ honors the region's outstanding journalists and community leaders. This year's distinguished PABJ Awards honorees include: Harold Jackson, Thera Martin Connelly, Jack T. Franklin and Elizabeth Wellington. To read more about the honorees, click here.April 8, 2010
Reggie Bryant funeral
Services have been set for PABJ/NABJ founder Reginald Bryant. A viewing is to take place from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, April 12, at Shiloh Apostolic Temple, 1500 W. Master St., followed by a service there. Burial is at 1:30 p.m. at Eden Cemetery, Collingdale, followed by a 3 p.m. reception at Shiloh.Malcolm Poindexter memorial service
A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 16, 2010 at Deliverance Evangelistic Church, 21st & Lehigh Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19132. A musical tribute begins at 1:00 p.m. and the memorial service at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to be sent to the Delaware Valley Alzheimer's Association.Alzheimer's Association, Delaware Valley Chapter
399 Market Street, Suite 102
Philadelphia, PA 19106
http://www.alz.org/desjsepa/
April 6, 2010
The Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists (PABJ) mourns the loss of legendary journalist Reggie Bryant
The Philadelphia journalism community is mourning the loss of one of its most authentic voices in Reggie Bryant, who died on Monday night after a valiant fight with cancer.A founder of the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists and the National Association of Black Journalists, Bryant was affectionately known by many in the region as "The Doctor," because of his ability to skillfully perform verbal "surgery" on a variety of issues.
"Reginald Bryant's voice inspired and educated," said Sarah Glover, Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists president and a photographer for the Philadelphia Daily News. "He masterfully weaved activism and journalism on his radio shows. Mr. Bryant was a broadcasting giant who had a direct impact on the community and blazed a trail for black journalists in radio and television. His passing leaves a void on the radio airwaves in Philadelphia and beyond."
Bryant, 68, worked as a broadcaster for 900AM WURD, where his show "In Pursuit of Truth" was heard weekdays from 1 to 4 p.m.
On Tuesday, the station honored Bryant during a day-long memorial. Listeners and fans called in to share their fond memories of Bryant.
"Reggie Bryant is the smartest, (most) culturally sensitive and talented on-air personality that I have had the opportunity to work with," noted 900AM WURD board member and former General Manager Kernie L. Anderson.
From 1973 to 1978, Bryant co-hosted the television interview program, "Black Perspective on the News," along with Acel Moore, associate editor emeritus of The Philadelphia Inquirer. The PBS news program was a journalistic first that reportedly reached 170 stations.
"Reggie was one of the most intellectual journalists and communicators that I ever met," Moore said. "He was a great man. He was always reading and thinking deeply. He was a man who was very controversial - you either hated or loved Reggie. He often was not very courteous. He had very pronounced idiosyncrasies but that is attributed to him being a brilliant man. His legacy is large and he's a true pioneer."
Moore noted the impact Bryant had on others was broad - he loved and mentored people. Bryant's resume included a stint at The Philadelphia Tribune, where he served as the publication's first editor of The Tribune magazine.
"Not only have I lost a good and genuine friend, but I also lost a colleague who mentored me from student to correspondent," said longtime Tribune reporter Bobbi Booker. "His legacy and his memory will be embraced by far more than the few who called themselves friends, but by the thousands of listeners who had the ability to connect with him."
Before Bryant became a radio staple, he was a community activist concerned with the direction African-American youth were heading during the civil rights era of the mid-1960s. "Reggie was a scholar, a race man and one of the most unambiguous people to ever walk the earth. Reggie's perspective, unswervingly black, will live on," said Sunday Tribune Editor Michael Bruton.
PABJ honored Bryant with a Trailblazer Award in 2006. PABJ extends its heartfelt sympathy to Reggie Bryant's family and friends.
March 30, 2010
PABJ recognizes the life and work of Malcolm Poindexter, 84
The Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists (PABJ) is saddened to hear of Malcolm Poindexter's passing today. PABJ honored Mr. Poindexter with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006 at its Banquet of Honors. Mr. Poindexter's journalism career, which started in 1947, spanned more than half a century and included a significant body of work at various print, broadcast and radio media outlets in Philadelphia.Mr. Poindexter worked for CBS3, KYW Newsradio, The Philadelphia Tribune, The Bulletin, Jet, Ebony, the Associated Negro Press, and the London Daily Express. He was recognized with over 300 community awards and earned multiple Emmys and other journalism honors. Mr. Poindexter was inducted in the Hall of Fame of the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia and the Broadcast Pioneers of Pennsylvania. He retired in 2001.
"Malcolm was a renaissance journalist, ahead of his time," said PABJ president Sarah Glover, a Daily News staff photographer. "He was a multi-media journalist when there wasn't such a concept. He was able to master the various forms of media-- print, broadcast and radio-- and excelled in all that he did journalistically. Today's journalists should take a cue from Malcolm and his legacy. He not only blazed a trail as a black journalist, he accomplished more than most journalists might be capable of in two lifetimes."
Malcolm was one of the first people 6ABC reporter Lisa Thomas-Laury met when she came to Philadelphia in 1978. She recalled him as "a gentleman and truly great guy." Thomas-Laury introduced Malcolm to an intern shadowing her on assignment one day and the intern remarked about his short stature. Thomas-Laury said, ŇMalcolmŐs one of the tallest men I know.Ó
Daily News columnist Elmer Smith recalled Malcolm's significance and humble spirit. Smith said, "Given Malcolm's pioneer status and how much he accomplished, he was unassuming. He was a television star and you got no sense of that."
Philadelphia Inquirer editor emeritus and PABJ founder Acel Moore considered Mr. Poindexter a dear friend. When speaking of him, Moore said, "Malcolm was a constant stabilizing figure in radio and television. He was also an admirable man and an outstanding citizen. He was a man respected by everybody."
PABJ extends its sympathy to the Poindexter family.
