Announcing the TJA's new mentorship program
Trans journalists need support and models to navigate journalism, especially as the industry becomes increasingly turbulent. The new Peer Career Network works to address this.
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Announcing TJA resume workshops, and hello from #NICAR2024
We're excited to be hosting two resume workshops with industry experts Benét Wilson and Emma Carew Grovum. Both sessions will be open to TJA members who are looking to sharpen their resumes. We'll go over some best practices and review example resumes. We may also give
New TJA Style Guide resources and journalism opportunities
We've updated our Stylebook & Coverage Guide entries on the deaths of trans people, crimes involving trans people, and anti-trans legislation by adding the following resources:
* An overview of key reporting on anti-trans bills and laws in 2023
* Additional resources on trauma-informed reporting
* Additional resources on violence against
News and resources on the death of Nex Benedict
In light of the death of Nex Benedict, a gender-expansive student in Oklahoma, the Trans Journalists Association has selected articles that fact-check outdated or false information and take thoughtful, nuanced approaches to contextualizing the tragedy.
1. Fight hasn’t been ruled out as cause of Nex Benedict’s death, police
Last day to register for TJA's online reporting workshop
Register now for Beyond the “Culture War”: How to Cover Trans Issues Well in an Election Year.
Get past political back-and-forth to find the actual news at the heart of the rhetoric surrounding trans communities. This three-hour interactive workshop will help you understand how to go beyond quick-turn legislation stories
Resources for covering violence against trans and nonbinary people
Take care to avoid making assumptions or spreading misinformation about both the victims and the causes of violence, especially while information is still emerging.
Misinfo watch, scholarships for TJA's Reynolds Journalism Institute workshop, and new supporters
Learn more about scholarship opportunities to attend a TJA workshop, upcoming panels, the NLGJA x TJA Book Club's first two books, and a discount code for posting on our jobs board.
New year, new site for members to interact with the TJA — plus upcoming events and dreams for 2024
Read more about the TJA's upcoming programs for 2024, and join the new members site to keep up with us.
Upcoming TJA membership platform changes, misinfo resources, and more
Check out organizational updates, recommended misinformation resources, and journalism opportunities on our radar.
7 conversations on journalism best practices for Transgender Awareness Week
For Transgender Awareness Week, get caught up on the best practices for covering trans communities and the issues that face them. Featuring advice from the Association of Health Care Journalists, Poynter, Columbia Journalism Review, and more.