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Boston Association of Black Journalists


What's BABJ All About? It's about providing a network to strengthen the ties between communications professionals of color in the Greater Boston area, awarding scholarships, expanding job opportunities and improving the journalism industry's portrayal of African Americans. BABJ predates the National Association of Black Journalists by 4 years, originally started by a small group of Boston's Black journalists. We became one of NABJ's first chapters in 1975 and have continued to hold forums, seminars and community workshops, networking and social events for our members throughout the years. General member meetings take place once a month. Why Should I become a Member? Because you'll meet and network with journalists and communications professionals of color who have similar interests. You'll be able to participate in BABJ sponsored professional development seminars and workshops to help you maintain your "edge."	Ready to join BABJ? There are two ways to pay. Choose one: Online payment via PayPal Download a printable form (pdf) and mail in with your check Membership categories Full Member - $75.00: Working journalists, including reporters, editors, photographers, newsroom managers, etc. who produce, gather and disseminate news for newspapers, television and radio stations, magazines, wire services, etc. and full-time freelance journalists. Associate Member - $50.00: Part-time freelance journalists, individuals who work in related fields such as public relations, as well as academics who teach journalism, communications or media studies at an accredited college, university, community college or high school. Student Member - $25.00. Members who are currently studying journalism, communications or media relations and are enrolled in academic programs in the greater Boston area.