How to connect with TJA mentors — plus member spotlights and job listings
The latest from TJA members, how to schedule with our mentors, and resources for journalists.
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A collection of 25 posts
What's fair? What journalists can learn from the Olympic boxing controversy
Errors and corrections in news stories about women's Olympic boxing expose the assumptions our industry holds about gender, sports, and fairness.
How to report on polls about trans issues
It’s election season! If you’re a journalist, it’s important to make sure you describe polls with accuracy and context, and explain what they measure and don’t measure. Learn more about writing about polls on trans communities.
The Trans Coverage Track recap
Takeaways on framing trans stories, covering BIPOC trans communities, investigating anti-trans legislation, and more.
Tips for telling trans stories in 2024
The latest resources about anti-trans misinformation. Plus, TJA members offered coverage tips in a webinar we helped co-host with the National Press Club Journalism Institute.
Looking forward to Pride Month: John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships, Peer Career Network, and IRE24
Introducing the TJA's new community managers. Plus, member spotlights and upcoming events.
#ICYMI: The TJA x Business Insider Fellowship is back
Business Insider is still selecting a candidate from TJA for this opportunity to get hands-on newsroom experience. Applications close this coming Monday, April 15th.
Potential candidates can learn more about the program and apply through the Trans Journalists Association.
Sebastian Cahill on his experience as the inaugural TJA x Business
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.
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
