The “Notices” are written for participants in the Journal-isms Roundtable, but all are welcome to enjoy.
Condolences to Anthony Wilson; What’s This About the Times?
Under Missile Attack, and Needing Help After Mom’s Passing
Help Fellow Journalists Find Better Ways to Access Records
A DEI Sunset at Georgetown U.? From the Hoya
Noon Today: Webinar for National Suicide Prevention Month
Sept. 9: Webinar for Independent Filmmakers Who Pitch
Sept. 10: Video Is Not My Medium, but . . . .
Through Sept. 18: On Behalf of the ‘Eritrea 16’
Sept. 8: Deadline to Apply for N.Y. Times Editing Residency
Sept. 10: Early Bird Registration Deadline for NYABJ Gala
Sept. 10-13: NLGJA 2026 National Convention, San Francisco
Sept. 14: Deadline for Investigative Journalism Applications
Sept. 18: Deadline for Writing Workshop for Journalists of Color
Sept. 23: Advancing Latino Health Through Storytelling . . .
Oct. 1: Online Journalism Awards
From New York: Media Watch for Aug. 30
Oct. 24: South Asian Journalists Association Awards Reception
Oct. 22-24: Maynard Institute Training for Editors, Managers
On Black Marylanders: Reginald F. Lewis Museum, Baltimore
JOBS
From these journalist organizations . . .
Rebecca Aguilar’s Journalism Job Openings: ‘The September List’
From South Asian Journalists Association
From the Uproot Project (Aug. 18)
From NBC
From Forbes
Condolences to Anthony Wilson; What’s This About the Times?
Condolences to Roundtable regular Anthony Wilson on the passing of his ex-wife, Cassandra Wilson.
“Before Cassandra Wilson became a two-time Grammy Award winner, an internationally celebrated jazz vocalist and a 2022 NEA Jazz Master, she was a young woman from Jackson with a voice that one man recognized as extraordinary long before the rest of the world heard it,” Katina Rankin wrote Sept. 2 for the People’s Paper in Jackson, Miss.
“Wilson died at age 70 at her home in Jackson, leaving behind a musical legacy that stretched from Mississippi and New Orleans to some of the world’s most celebrated jazz stages.
“Anthony Wilson, Cassandra’s former husband, was still trying to process the news Wednesday morning. . . . “
Anthony is a retired weekend morning anchor-reporter at WTVD-TV in Durham, N.C., whom some of us know through his work with the student projects at the National Association of Black Journalists conventions.
Anthony adds this caveat:
“You can also mention that the New York Times has not responded to my request for a correction to their full page obituary for Cassandra which contains this error: ‘Afterward, she and her first husband, Bruce Lincoln, a radio host and a writer of graphic novels and science fiction, settled for a time in New Orleans, where she found work as an assistant public-affairs coordinator on a local TV station.’
“I am her first husband, a fact that has been published in various print and online sources before and after her death. But 13 paragraphs later, the Times doubled down on the incorrect reporting: Ms. Wilson’s first marriage and a second, to Anthony Wilson, ended in divorce, as did her third, to the actor Isaach de Bankolé. She had a son, Jeris. A complete list of survivors was not immediately available.
“Unlike Katina Rankin, my friend and coworker who interviewed me for the appreciation you cited, the Times has yet to respond to my request for a correction. She and I were married at the home of her parents in Jackson, I was a radio host in New Orleans when we met and after we moved to East Orange, New Jersey.
“I worked weekends at WBGO, the [jazz] station in Newark that did acknowledge our relationship in the obituary it published. I also cited Katina’s interview in my request for a Times correction, and cannot fathom why the ‘newspaper of record’ not only failed to get a key fact right, it’s not even professional or sensitive enough to at least acknowledge receipt of my request. Sorry for the rant, but I needed to get that off my chest.”
Reaching out to the Times for comment.
- Condolences also to Julie Burton, president and CEO of the Women’s Media Center and member of the Journal-isms Inc. board of directors, on the loss of colleagues Gloria Steinem and Robin Morgan.
Terrell Jermaine Starr has a piece in World View, publication of the National Peace Corps Association, “When Caucasian Doesn’t Mean White: What a group of Georgian teenagers taught a Detroit-raised Volunteer about race, hierarchy, and the long shadow of Russian domination.”
Under Missile Attack, and Needing Help After Mom’s Passing
Those who joined our Roundtables in 2022 and 2023 will remember the Black perspectives on Ukraine offered by Terrell Jermaine Starr, to our knowledge the only Black journalist consistently reporting from the country, even before the Russian invasion.
He’s still there. Terrell wrote Monday on LinkedIn, “We’re under a ballistic missile attack here in Kyiv. Very loud. At least we were spared of attacks during Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff’s useless visit. 🤷🏿♀️”
Last week, Terrell appealed to us under the headline, “My Mother Died From Alcoholism. Please Learn From My Pain,” writing, “I need to raise $6000 by Monday to pay for my mom’s post-death expenses and to keep me going this month. I need at least $2500 by tomorrow.”
Though Monday has come and gone, no doubt Terrell would appreciate any assistance.
Help Fellow Journalists Find Better Ways to Access Records
From Miranda Spivack (pictured):
Hello, Some of you know that I am trying to develop an easy-to-use Open Government Tool that would make it simpler for journalists in every part of the United States to quickly understand how to use open records and gain access to public meetings. In May the Reynolds folks at Missouri held a webinar about the proposed Open Government Tool and have offered modest financial support. I am collaborating with MuckRock too. We are now hoping to speak directly with some journalists about their needs, and hope you can help me contact your colleagues who would sign up to help us. Down the road there will be modest compensation for people who participate at this stage and a more final stage in a few months.
Miranda Spivack
Independent journalist
Author: Backroom Deals in Our Backyards: How Government Secrecy Harms Our Communities and the Local Heroes Fighting Back (The New Press)
Here are the details from Reynolds:
I’m reaching out on behalf of the Reynolds Journalism Institute. We’re collaborating with Miranda Spivack and MuckRock to better understand how journalists use resources and guides about open government laws.
There are already a number of guides and resources available today, and they vary widely in their approach, level of detail, and accessibility. We want to learn more about what already exists, what works well, what doesn’t, and where there may be opportunities to make these resources more useful and accessible for journalists.
We are conducting hour-long interviews on Zoom to gather this information. The interviews, which will be recorded, will help us identify needs across newsrooms in the United States. If you are interested in participating, please set up an interview on my calendar through this link.
Best,
Sriya Reddy (she/her)
Project Manager, Innovation Team
Reynolds Journalism Institute
Georgetown University stopped offering the Young Leaders in Education, Advocacy & Dialogue pre-orientation program in August 2025 at the same time as the Trump administration issued threats on higher education. (Credit: Matthew Gassoso/The Hoya)
A DEI Sunset at Georgetown U.? From the Hoya
Georgetown University sunsetted an identity-driven pre-orientation program in August 2025 amid the Trump administration’s ongoing attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, an investigation by The Hoya found.
The Center for Multicultural Equity and Access (CMEA), an office that supports Georgetown students who have historically experienced barriers to higher education, ran the Young Leaders in Education, Advocacy & Dialogue (YLEAD) program for the final time in August 2024 before it was removed from the center’s website by May 2025. Starting in August 2025, the CMEA began offering the Total Hoya Readiness: Intro to Vocation and Experience (THRIVE) program, which does not include programming related to identity or diversity.
The change came as the Trump administration directed universities to terminate their DEI-focused initiatives or risk losing federal funding.
A university spokesperson said the decision to end the YLEAD program was made independently of outside pressure.
“The transition away from the YLEAD program was not driven by external forces,” the spokesperson wrote to The Hoya. “We are committed to providing an academic and work environment where all members of our community can thrive, are treated fairly, welcomed and respected, and do their best work.” . . .
Noon Today: Webinar for National Suicide Prevention Month
Sept. 8 – Ethical Reporting Saves Lives: In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month
Reporting responsibly on mental health issues and suicide is critical for journalists across all beats — and can make the difference between a tragedy and a call for help.
In recognition of Suicide Awareness Prevention Month, the National Press Club Journalism Institute has partnered with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to present “Ethical Reporting Saves Lives,” a free webinar featuring guidance on responsible reporting on suicide and suicidal behavior.
María de los Ángeles Corral, vice president of public relations for AFSP, and Dr. Christine Yu Moutier, chief medical officer for AFSP, will share information about the environmental factors that influence suicidal behavior and how journalists can report on suicide in a way that increases awareness without perpetuating harm.
Sept. 8 | Noon EST | Virtual via Zoom
Sept. 9: Webinar for Independent Filmmakers Who Pitch
Black Public Media has opened its submissions portal to its 2026 Open Call. Independent filmmakers are invited to submit feature-length nonfiction projects in a range of formats, styles, subject matter and genres for the opportunity next spring to participate in the 10th PitchBLACK Forum & Awards — the nation’s largest pitch competition for independent filmmakers who create Black content. Those selected to participate will receive $20,000 to support their project. The winning project will receive an additional $150,000 production award.
BPM is particularly interested in stories that explore critical issues, promote cultural understanding and engage national audiences and/or local communities. All projects — which may be in pre-production, production or early post-production — must be suitable for public media distribution. Submissions will be accepted through Thursday, October 1, at 11:59 p.m. PST.
The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, the project’s producer or director and have a minimum of three years professional producing and/or directing experience, or have a senior producer attached to the project. Additionally, the applicant must hold artistic, budgetary and editorial control, and must own the copyright of the proposed project.
Five projects will be selected for the opportunity to participate in PitchBLACK.
BPM will hold an informational webinar about its 2026 Open Call on Wednesday, September 9, at 6 p.m. ET. Attendees will receive guidance on how to apply and information on how acceptance decisions are made.
Register for the free webinar at: https://bit.ly/
Sept. 10: Video Is Not My Medium, but . . . .
This year’s Parker Award honoree View Post@princeeditor.bsky.social has spent decades holding the media accountable on race.
Hear from Richard, then join him & @ruha9.bsky.social for #ParkerLecture2026 on 9/10 in DC or virtually. Pay-what-you-can tickets available: www.eventbrite.com/e/44th-annua…
— UCC Media Justice Ministry (@uccmediajustice.org) September 4, 2026 at 4:36 PM
From a note to those who attended the Aug. 24 Roundtable:
Cheryl A. Leanza, policy adviser, United Church of Christ Media Justice Ministry; wasn’t able to join us to discuss the ministry and the Sept. 10 Everett C. Parker lecture, at which Dr. Ruha Benjaman and I will be honored.
She writes, “Please tell everyone we would welcome their attendance at the lecture, share the link to RSVP, tickets are available at no cost. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/44th-annual-parker-lecture-awards-ceremony-tickets-1988332944361
“Encourage people to use the’ “pay what you can’ ticket, we welcome them. Or they can email Colette Fozard at colette (at) colette-events.com to RSVP as our guest.”
For those who were not at the Roundtable, here is the YouTube video:
Through Sept. 18: On Behalf of the ‘Eritrea 16’
Not everyone puts as much value on freedom of the press and freedom of expression as those of us who do that for a living, but this might be something we might all relate to.It’s even something our journalism students should know about, if we want them to think globally.
I wrote about this campaign in Journal-isms.
Here is week two, from the Committee to Protect Journalists’ Africa program coordinator:
From: Muthoki Mumo <mmumo@cpj.org>
Date: Mon, Sep 7, 2026 at 4:07 AM
Subject: Week two of CPJ’s September 2026 social media campaign: Free the #Eritrea16
I am pleased to share the second week of materials for CPJ’s campaign to mark the 25th anniversary of the shuttering of the privately owned press in Eritrea and the ongoing detention of at least 16 Eritrean journalists.
We are calling for accountability and justice for the Eritrea 16, who were forcibly disappeared a quarter of a century ago.
The campaign profiles a different member of the Eritrea 16 each day, culminating on September 18, the 25th anniversary of the day that authorities banned the privately owned press. CPJ will honor the Eritrea 16 with its International Press Freedom Award later this year.
In this Google Folder you will find posts for week two and accompanying illustrations, by Gianluca Costantini (@channeldraw on the social media platform X): https://drive.google.com/
Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
#### Week Two Social Media Posts #####
Mon 7 Sept
Free the #Eritrea16 
After the Eritrean government banned the privately owned press in a September 18, 2001, radio announcement, Mattewos Habteab and other journalists wrote to the information ministry demanding clarification. They were arrested.
September marks the 25th anniversary of the arrest of the Eritrea 16, among the longest-detained journalists in the world. They have been arbitrarily imprisoned, without trial or access to their families, for a quarter of a century.
CPJ has been unable to confirm reports that Mattewos died in custody and retains his name in our database to hold the Eritrean government accountable for his fate. His family has a right to know.
Read more: https://cpj.org/awards/the-
Tues 8 Sept
Free the #Eritrea16 Seyoum Tsehaye was a former war photographer who went on to found Eritrea’s state broadcaster and later worked independently. Other journalists suspect he was arrested for saying in an interview that the government was stifling press freedom.
September marks the 25th anniversary of the arrest of the Eritrea 16, among the longest-detained journalists in the world. They have been arbitrarily imprisoned, without trial or access to their families, for a quarter of a century. Several are feared dead.
CPJ calls on Eritrean authorities to account for these journalists’ health, whereabouts, and legal status. Their families have a right to know.
Read more: https://cpj.org/awards/the-
Weds 9 Sept
Free the #Eritrea16 Ghebrehiwet Keleta is the longest detained journalist in the world, CPJ data shows. He was arrested by security agents on his way to work in July 2000. There has been no concrete news since. A relative and an exile told CPJ a decade ago that he remained in prison.
September marks the 25th anniversary of the arrest of the Eritrea 16, who have been arbitrarily imprisoned, without trial or access to their families, for a quarter of a century. Several are feared dead.
CPJ calls on Eritrean authorities to account for these journalists’ health, whereabouts, and legal status. Their families have a right to know.
Read more: https://cpj.org/awards/the-
Thurs 10 Sept
Free the #Eritrea16 Detained newspaper editor Dawit Habtemichael was among a group of journalists detained in a police station in Eritrea’s capital Asmara. After six months, they went on hunger strike and smuggled out a message demanding to be charged or put on trial. The government moved them to a secret location in March 2002. Their whereabouts since are unknown.
September marks the 25th anniversary of the arrest of the Eritrea 16, among the longest-detained journalists in the world. They have been arbitrarily imprisoned, without trial or access to their families, for a quarter of a century.
CPJ has been unable to confirm reports that Dawit died in custody and retains his name in our database to hold the Eritrean government accountable for his fate. His family has a right to know.
Read more: https://cpj.org/awards/the-
Fri 11 Sept
Free the #Eritrea16 Hamid Mohamed Said, editor of the state broadcaster’s Arabic-language service, was one of three journalists arrested in February 2002. Amnesty International reported they were detained for advocating for more Arabic-language media in Eritrea.
September marks the 25th anniversary of the arrest of the Eritrea 16, among the longest-detained journalists in the world. They have been arbitrarily imprisoned, without trial or access to their families, for a quarter of a century.
CPJ calls on Eritrean authorities to account for these journalists’ health, whereabouts, and legal status. Their families have a right to know.
Read more: https://cpj.org/awards/the-
Sat 12 Sept
Free the #Eritrea16 Before his arrest, Jimi’ie Kimeil, sports editor at a state-owned paper, was warned to stop writing critically about authorities. In 2001, he condemned a government decision to give a visiting International Olympic Committee delegate a cross as Eritrea was a multi-faith country.
September marks the 25th anniversary of the arrest of the Eritrea 16, among the longest-detained journalists in the world. They have been arbitrarily imprisoned, without trial or access to their families, for a quarter of a century. Several are feared dead.
CPJ has been unable to confirm reports that Jimi’ie died in custody and retains his name in our database to hold the Eritrean government accountable for his fate. His family has a right to know.
Read more: https://cpj.org/awards/the-
Sun 13 Sept
Free the #Eritrea16 Journalist Medhanie Haile, who was also a lawyer at the justice ministry at the time of his arrest, is best known for his critical articles calling for the rule of law to be firmly established in Eritrea post-independence in 1993.
September marks the 25th anniversary of the arrest of the Eritrea 16, among the longest-detained journalists in the world. They have been arbitrarily imprisoned, without trial or access to their families, for a quarter of a century.
CPJ has been unable to confirm reports that Jimi’ie died in custody and retains his name in our database to hold the Eritrean government accountable for his fate. His family has a right to know.
Read more: https://cpj.org/awards/the-
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Yours Sincerely,
Muthoki Mumo
FYI, the National Association of Black Journalists awarded its 2008 Percy Qoboza award to a foreign journalist to the Imprisoned Journalists of Eritrea (the Eritrea 16) “to honor their ultimate sacrifice for truth.” (h/t John Yearwood.)
Sept. 8: Deadline to Apply for N.Y. Times Editing Residency
The New York Times has opened applications for its Editing Residency, a one-of-a-kind program aimed at cultivating the next generation of editors.
Editing remains a vital newsroom skill that requires practice and guidance, as well as a mastering of judgment, clarity and context. Moreover, the art of editing continues to evolve as newsrooms tell stories in increasingly creative and visual ways. Residents work full time for two years across a range of desks in the newsroom. They are paid, receive benefits and attend dedicated training and speaker programs at The Times. We plan to welcome three new residents early next year. . .
The deadline to submit an application is 5 p.m. Eastern on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
Sept. 14: Deadline for Investigative Journalism Applications
Sept. 18: Deadline for Writing Workshop for Journalists of Color
This free workshop Nov. 10 – Nov. 13, celebrates its 10th anniversary at Poynter [the Poynter Institute] by helping journalists of color harness the power of their voice through four intensive days of immersive learning. Develop confidence and skills to share your unique perspective, build professional networks and address the underrepresentation of diverse voices in opinion journalism. Apply by Sept. 18.
Sept. 23: Advancing Latino Health Through Storytelling . . .
Webinar: Advancing Latino Health Through Storytelling and Innovation
Sponsored by the American Heart Association
Date: September 23, 2026
Time: 5 p.m. ET | 2 p.m. PT
Join the National Association of Hispanic Journalists and the American Heart Association on Wednesday, September 23 at 5 p.m. ET for a conversation on Latino health and the tools journalists can use to better reach and inform their communities.
Learn about new research on Latino health, emerging solutions and the National Hispanic Latino Cardiovascular Collaborative, plus resources available to journalists, including data, bilingual experts and reporting support.
Oct. 1: Online Journalism Awards
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From NBCPolitical Campaign Embed30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NEW YORK Employees work in a hybrid mode . . . In this role, you will travel full-time with presidential candidates and/or may be temporarily relocated to live in primary states which will prove critical to the 2028 election. You will report and produce video/television and digital elements for all NBCU News Group platforms, including NBC News, NBC News NOW, NBCNews.com, and more. An intuitive grasp of social media as both a newsgathering and storytelling tool is a must. Political embeds will be NBC News’ principal contact with the campaigns and will be responsible for editorial and element gathering while in the field. This is a 100% travel position. Interested candidates should apply by September 25, 2026. This is a contract position through December 2028 From ForbesForbes is recruiting for Journalists to join our Editorial Fellowship, a twelve-month immersive training program for early career business journalists who will rotate through our newsroom in order to learn targeted skills specific to a Forbes career. We are looking for recent college graduates who embody the Forbes entrepreneurial spirit to innovate and who are passionate about learning. We strongly encourage people from historically underrepresented communities to apply. About the role: The Fellowship will begin with a week-long business journalism bootcamp, a series of classes taught by top editors. Fellows will then rotate through the newsroom during a series of four, 3-month assignments in order to develop financial analysis, investigations, source development, and news reporting. We are looking for recent college graduates who are interested in business journalism and have some experience in reporting, including internships and work on college newspapers. People making a career switch to journalism will also be considered, depending on their previous experience, training and education. (h/t Todd Steven Burroughs) |
Sept. 10: Early Bird Registration Deadline for NYABJ Gala
Celebrate 50 years of outstanding journalism at the New York Association of Black Journalists (NYABJ) Awards Show and Sneaker Ball!
Join us in person for an unforgettable night celebrating talent and style. This isn’t your usual awards show —it’s a fundraiser and sneaker ball, so bring your freshest kicks or comfy footwear and enjoy a night with Gala Co-host Lenny Green of the WBLS radio show, “The Quiet Storm,” along with Author Tiffany D. Cross (book signing and Q/A) and more personalities to be announced. Guests will enjoy an open bar, dinner, dessert, dancing, author’s book, and more. We will honor some of NYC’s most influential media personalities, journalists, and surprise guests. Contact president (at) nyabj.org for details and follow us on IG (at) nyabj.
Sept. 10-13: NLGJA 2026 National Convention, San Francisco