Kaiya Little, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma & 2025 Indigenous Journalism Fellow, wrote about how Texas’ Native American studies class survived anti-DEI challenges
→ hechingerreport.org/inside-the-fight-to-save-texas-native-american-studies-course
IJA welcomes Jes Abeita (Isleta Pueblo/Laguna Pueblo) as our new Program Manager! With 20+ years in Native media, she’ll support Indigenous journalists nationwide. We’ve also updated staff email addresses.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/fGGw50Ym6zp
#IndigenousJournalists #NativeMedia
The 2026 Indigenous Media Awards are officially open! 🏆
New streamlined divisions, new Special Coverage categories, and more transparency in judging.
Submit your best work:
https://betternewspapercontest.com/login
#IndigenousMediaAwards #IndigenousJournalism #IJA
The Indigenous Media Conference program proposal deadline has been extended to March 20, 2026. Share your expertise through a breakout session, workshop, or plenary opportunity.
➡️ Submit a session proposal: https://tinyurl.com/IMC26RFP
#IndigenousMedia #Journalism #CallForProposals
IJA Freelancer Database is live—connecting Indigenous & allied media freelancers with vetted outlets. Learn more or get involved: contact IJA Director of Membership Sheena Roetman-Wynn at sroetman@indigenousjournalists.org
#ContractWork
IndigiNews launched the new IndigiNews Refocus Photojournalism Fellowship: Mi’kma’ki!
A chance for Indigenous photojournalists in Canada to learn from industry-leaders in an expenses-paid bootcamp, in Mi’kma’ki / Kjipuktuk (Halifax) May 17 - 23, 2026. More here: www.refocusfellowship.ca
IMC 2026 hotel block is open! Stay at the Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront at a discounted conference rate. Book by June 29 to save—rooms are limited.
Reserve here: https://tinyurl.com/3wupwffv
Journalists covering immigration raids and protests have been pepper-sprayed and tear-gassed—even after identifying as press. We call on law enforcement to respect the First Amendment and protect journalists on the front lines. https://bit.ly/4k8oIMr
#PressFreedom #FirstAmendment #ProtectJournalists
IJA’s 2025 year-end campaign exceeded its goal—raising $4,695 to support training, fellowships, and events for Indigenous journalists. Grateful for our members, donors, and community who make this work possible.
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Apply to Become a Report for America Journalist! Info Session tonight, Wed Jan 28, 2026 5pm - 6pm (MST) Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hT67WhyVQuy_RklIByr1IQ#/registration
Applications are open for the 2026 Indigenous Journalism Fellowship! Fellows and mentors are invited to apply for this opportunity supporting Indigenous journalists, mentorship, and professional growth. Deadline: Feb. 13, 2026. https://tinyurl.com/2aamtz9x #IndigenousJournalism #IJA
IJA members, Arizona journalists & students: join a FREE legal workshop Feb. 5 at ASU Law. Learn about recording rights, protest coverage & access issues from journalists and legal experts.
📧 RSVP: pmcadoo@rcfp.org
#PressFreedom #IJA
🌱 First story from IJA x SJN Indigenous Climate Solutions Cohort is live! Chickasaw Nation tree planting highlights culture, community & climate action. Read or Listen here: https://tinyurl.com/4x8nbjd7
Applications open: 2026 IJA–Oklahoman Native American Journalism Summer Internships. Paid newsroom experience for Indigenous college students. https://tinyurl.com/32m6397y
🌟Program proposals for the 2026 Indigenous Media Conference are open through Feb. 20, 2026 - We want to hear your ideas! ✨ Submit proposals https://tinyurl.com/IMC26RFP
#IJA2026 #IndigenousMedia #IndigenousJournalists #PortlandEvents #IJACommunity
IJA has developed its 2026–2029 strategic plan, guided by member feedback. A full report will be shared at IMC 2026 in Portland.
Read more: https://tinyurl.com/58tb3ers
📣 Now hiring: Program Manager! Join IJA to support Indigenous journalists & media workers. Full-time, remote, Apply https://tinyurl.com/3c4z99jx #jobs
The IJA Freelancer Database is live—connecting Indigenous & allied media freelancers with vetted outlets. Link in bio. #ContractWork
Want to get involved? Join an IJA committee and help shape our work. Email committees@indigenousjournalists.org and note your interest.
IJA has developed its 2026–2029 strategic plan, guided by member feedback. A full report will be shared at IMC 2026 in Portland.
Read more: https://tinyurl.com/58tb3ers
The Revenue Accelerator (Cohort 4) with @solutionsjournalism + @blueenginecollab is a 9-month program (March–Dec 2026) focused on major gifts + grants for solutions journalism. Apply by Jan. 6.
Application link: https://www.tfaforms.com/5204377
#NewsroomSustainability #MediaFunding #NonprofitNews
For more information visit: indigenousjournalists.org/2025/12/ija-...
🌟 Portland, OR is the host city for the 2026 Indigenous Media Conference, July 22–24!
Program proposals open through Feb. 20, 2026 tinyurl.com/IMC26RFP. ✨
#IJA2026 #IndigenousMedia #IndigenousJournalists #PortlandEvents #IJACommunity
We joined journalism organizations nationwide to urge regulators to protect local voices, newsroom diversity, and editorial independence as media-ownership rules are reconsidered.
https://bit.ly/4j0XQNP
We joined journalism organizations nationwide to urge regulators to protect local voices, newsroom diversity, and editorial independence as media-ownership rules are reconsidered.
https://bit.ly/4j0XQNP
Trevor teaches journalism at Toronto Metropolitan University and Carleton University.
This #GrowingIndigenousStorytellersFellowship session on Dec. 19 at 1PM CT/2PM ET is open to journalists and everyone interested in the industry. Register now: tinyurl.com/2uea7jtj
Trevor is working on his PhD at York University and his research explores the relationship between legacy media and Indigenous communities. Trevor has judged for the National Newspaper Awards and now sits on the J-Schools Canada board. His work has been featured on CBC Radio.
How has the media covered the Land Back movement? Hear about it from journalism instructor Trevor Green, a member of the Cowichan Nation 👉 tinyurl.com/2uea7jtj
✨ Announcing the 2025–2026 IJA Board of Directors! ✨
Thank you to our members for electing the leaders who will guide IJA into its next chapter. Congrats to all newly elected and returning board members! 🎉
#IJA #IndigenousJournalists #IndigenousMedia #IMC25
Register for this free training now!REGISTRATION LINK: tinyurl.com/mry9uzkf
