By: Bill Allen, Photos Courtesy Michael J. Feeny estate New York, NY — The New York Association of Black Journalists (NYABJ) has long been a trailblazer in setting high standards for journalism and leadership within the community. Throughout its history, the organization has been guided by many accomplished leaders who have left lasting impacts. Ten years ago, in 2016, Michael J. Feeney served as NYABJ President, a tenure remembered for his dedication, vision, and commitment

By: Stephanie Woods-Mckinney  Earlier this month, New York Association of Black Journalists member Gail Hall, also known as DJ Flame, was featured among seven other ‘Visionary Ambassadors of Influence’ on a Times Square billboard promotion, showcasing their images and highlighting the dynamic, successful, and influential magazine. The Times Square display embodied their ‘Unstoppable Momentum’ campaign, which, according to the brand, features ‘Real People, Real Talk, and Real

By Jewel Benton Edited by: Bonita Sostre Photo Courtesy: Bill Allen, Perception Media Many described Monday, December 8th’s weather as “brutal,” with some news reports even calling it dangerous. However, that did not stop the New York Association of Black Journalists (NYABJ) nor the National Association of Hispanic Journalists NYC (NAHJ NYC) from coming together for their joint party, Holiday Slay. Members of both organizations gathered at the city’s PubKey for a night of foo

By: Jewel Benton On Tuesday, November 18, members of the New York Association of Black Journalists and other members of the press gathered for the enlightening and engaging in-person event Behind the Headlines: Covering the P. Diddy Trial from Start to Sentencing at Hunter College. Moments leading up to this highly anticipated event, Jericka Duncan, the multi-award-winning journalist whose coverage of the P. Diddy trial gained her 20,000 followers, reflected on the high-profi

By: Bill Allen Edited by: Bonita Sostre The New York Association of Black Journalists (NYABJ) is commemorating five decades of dedicated service, activism, and storytelling as a vital community organization supporting journalists across the New York metro area and beyond. To mark this historic milestone, NYABJ hosted an exclusive reception at the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The event was attended by over 100 members including past presidents and board

By Bill Allen, photos courtesy: Photo credits - Debi B. Jackson, Sheila Eldridge and Ray Cornelius Photos courtesy: Photo credits - Debi B. Jackson, Sheila Eldridge and Ray Cornelius The Living Legends Foundation celebrated its annual Living Legends Awards & Scholarship Gala on October 3rd, honoring the iconic figures who have left an indelible mark on music, television, radio, and entertainment. The event took place in Atlanta and served as a vibrant tribute to the cultural

By: Mana Faye Over 400 guests gathered out east this past weekend for ART & SOUL : A Celebration of Black Art, Culture, and Community in...

By: Kahshanna Evans Courtesy Serge Fils Aime As the season’s first heatwave broke, members of NYABJ headed to an invitation-only media...

By: Jewel Benton Amazon  and  NYABJ ’s Cocktails & Conversations event raised the bar for an unforgettable evening of networking and...

By: NYABJ Staff The New York Association of Black Journalists (NYABJ) lit up the city with its 4th Annual Juneteenth Gala and Awards, a...

By: Aleah Shell Juneteenth is less than a month away and in usual style, New York City is honoring the holiday with a great lineup of...

By: Jewel Benton Tony winner Alex Newell took the 92NY stage Thursday evening for an hour and a half of powerhouse vocals, endearing...

By: NYABJ Staff Bill Allen, Perception Media The Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC, held what many refer to as “fashion’s biggest night...

By: Ayanna Hunter Photo Courtesy: Bill Allen, Perception Media On March 6, the New York Association of Black Journalists (NYABJ) attended...

By: Mana Faye It's no secret that Disney's new "Snow White" reimagining has been surrounded by controversy. However, as a Disney fan, I...

By: Stephanie Woods McKinney The New York Association of Black Journalists were invited to an intimate discussion at the World Famous...

By: Mana Faye NYABJ Brunch, photo by Darrell Hazelwood On the last Sunday of February, the New York Association of Black Journalists...

By NYABJ Staff: Breanna Robinson:  My recipe for a Memorable Holiday is baking gingerbread cookies. Stephanie Woods Mckinney: My Recipe...

By: NYABJ Staff Photo by Darrell T. Hazelwood The New York Association of Black Journalists (NYABJ) kicked off the holiday season in...

By Mana Faye On Monday, November 18, members of the New York Association of Black Journalists (NYABJ) attended a private screening of...