The Charlotte Area Association of Black Journalists cordially invites you to our 3rd annual educational workshop, "Secrets to Accessing the Media: How to Get Your Stories Told."
This free workshop will give you a unique opportunity to speak with some of the men and women who work for Charlotte-area newspapers, magazines, and television and radio stations. This is also a great networking opportunity, not only with the media, but other community leaders.
During this workshop, you will learn the best way to get the word out on your events. You will also get a chance to learn how newsrooms in our area work. This informative workshop will also arm you with information on who you should call first and how to pitch a great story.
Secrets to Accessing the Media
Where: Freedom Library, 1230 Alleghany Street, Charlotte
When: Saturday, April 19 at 1 p.m.
Free admission
Light refreshments will be served.
For more information contact Alva Pearson or Ken Lemon: 919.673.3691/ 704.564.0313 or apearson@wcnc.com / klemon5165@aol.com
April 3, 2008
March 26, 2008
CAABJ Discusses the Black Voice/Upcoming in 2008
Greetings Journalists!
If you missed our General Body meeting last week, you missed an opportunity to experience the essence of what the Charlotte Area Association of Black Journalists is all about. Held at Carrabba's on South Blvd, your fellow journalists gathered to discuss upcoming CAABJ events and to discuss the state of the black voice in Charlotte media. We conversed, we connected, we had conflicting opinions, but we all agreed that we as black journalists have both the responsibility and the opportunity to make sure African-Americans are portrayed accurately and equally in the media.
Things to keep in mind for 2008:
1. CAABJ Access to the Media Workshop - April 19, 2008
The CAABJ Access to the Media Workshop is scheduled for Saturday, April 19, 1-4 p.m., at Freedom Regional Library (1230 Alleghany St.) This event will allow the Charlotte community an opportunity to hear from area journalists on how to get their stories told. Our annual Access to the Media Workshop is in its third year and has been very successful in the past. We'll be relying on you to help us promote the event to the community, so please make sure it gets listed in the event calendars in your publications and on your stations. If you would like to volunteer for this event, please contact committee co-chairs Alva Pearson at apearson@wcnc.com or Ken Lemon at klemon5165@aol.com.
2. CAABJ Summer Cookout - June 2008
Fun times, very likely at our president's home this year. Enough said. Details to come.
3. "The Black and Brown Vote" - September 2008, Levine Museum of the New South
Given the current political climate, the 2008 election has caused a resurgence in interest in the American democratic and electoral process. The world has its eyes on America and Americans have their eyes on us, the media. Therefore it is our responsibility to provide as much accurate information as we can to help the public to make well-informed decisions. This event will do just that. We will partner with the National Association of Hispanic Journalists to bring the black and brown communities in Charlotte together to hear from local politicians, the media, and each other on why our vote is so important. Additional details to come. Contact committee co-chairs Ayofemi Kirby at ayofemi.kirby@wachovia.com or Melody Taylor at mtaylor@wcnc.com to volunteer.
4. Black Talk Radio in Charlotte Mecklenburg
Tavis Smiley. Tom Joyner. And Charlotte's own B.J. Murphy (who attended our meeting last week). Check out black-owned radio station WGIV 1370 am and the all new B.J. Murphy Show. Visit www.wgiv1370.com for more information.
5. Membership
It's time for you to get connected to your community, your peers, and to take an active role in the future of African-Americans in our industry. If you have yet to join CAABJ, here's your chance. Complete the application below, and mail in your dues. Questions? Contact us at charlotteaabj@gmail.com.
Sincerely,
Charlotte Area Association of Black Journalists (CAABJ)
If you missed our General Body meeting last week, you missed an opportunity to experience the essence of what the Charlotte Area Association of Black Journalists is all about. Held at Carrabba's on South Blvd, your fellow journalists gathered to discuss upcoming CAABJ events and to discuss the state of the black voice in Charlotte media. We conversed, we connected, we had conflicting opinions, but we all agreed that we as black journalists have both the responsibility and the opportunity to make sure African-Americans are portrayed accurately and equally in the media.
Things to keep in mind for 2008:
1. CAABJ Access to the Media Workshop - April 19, 2008
The CAABJ Access to the Media Workshop is scheduled for Saturday, April 19, 1-4 p.m., at Freedom Regional Library (1230 Alleghany St.) This event will allow the Charlotte community an opportunity to hear from area journalists on how to get their stories told. Our annual Access to the Media Workshop is in its third year and has been very successful in the past. We'll be relying on you to help us promote the event to the community, so please make sure it gets listed in the event calendars in your publications and on your stations. If you would like to volunteer for this event, please contact committee co-chairs Alva Pearson at apearson@wcnc.com or Ken Lemon at klemon5165@aol.com.
2. CAABJ Summer Cookout - June 2008
Fun times, very likely at our president's home this year. Enough said. Details to come.
3. "The Black and Brown Vote" - September 2008, Levine Museum of the New South
Given the current political climate, the 2008 election has caused a resurgence in interest in the American democratic and electoral process. The world has its eyes on America and Americans have their eyes on us, the media. Therefore it is our responsibility to provide as much accurate information as we can to help the public to make well-informed decisions. This event will do just that. We will partner with the National Association of Hispanic Journalists to bring the black and brown communities in Charlotte together to hear from local politicians, the media, and each other on why our vote is so important. Additional details to come. Contact committee co-chairs Ayofemi Kirby at ayofemi.kirby@wachovia.com or Melody Taylor at mtaylor@wcnc.com to volunteer.
4. Black Talk Radio in Charlotte Mecklenburg
Tavis Smiley. Tom Joyner. And Charlotte's own B.J. Murphy (who attended our meeting last week). Check out black-owned radio station WGIV 1370 am and the all new B.J. Murphy Show. Visit www.wgiv1370.com for more information.
5. Membership
It's time for you to get connected to your community, your peers, and to take an active role in the future of African-Americans in our industry. If you have yet to join CAABJ, here's your chance. Complete the application below, and mail in your dues. Questions? Contact us at charlotteaabj@gmail.com.
Sincerely,
Charlotte Area Association of Black Journalists (CAABJ)
March 16, 2008
Location Change for Thursday's Meeting
We had to change the location for this Thursday's CAABJ meeting. It will now be held at Carrabba's on South Blvd. Our apologies for the inconvenience. We hope to see you there.
CAABJ General Body Meeting
Thursday, March 20
7 p.m.
Carrabba's
1520 South Blvd. (South End)
Sincerely,
Charlotte Area Association of Black Journalists (CAABJ)
Email: charlotteaabj@gmail.com
CAABJ General Body Meeting
Thursday, March 20
7 p.m.
Carrabba's
1520 South Blvd. (South End)
Sincerely,
Charlotte Area Association of Black Journalists (CAABJ)
Email: charlotteaabj@gmail.com
March 6, 2008
CIAA Mixer Was a Success, See You at March 20 Meeting!
In the college basketball world, this month is known as March Madness. But for those of us who work in media, communications, marketing, or public relations, every month includes some sort of madness. That's why it is great to have an organization like the Charlotte Area Association of Black Journalists (CAABJ) that helps you network and build relationships with others who can relate to the demands and joys of our profession.
We truly thank all of you who came out to our CIAA mixer last week at Tutto Mondo. We had a great turnout and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. We hope you will consider joining our great organization. CAABJ is only as great as its members.
We're off to a great start this year and we want to continue to build on that momentum. Please join us at our next meeting:
CAABJ General Body Meeting
Thursday, March 20
7 p.m.
Carrabba's
1520 South Blvd. (South End)
*UPDATE 3-16-08: THIS IS A NEW LOCATION FROM PREVIOUS BLOG POST
If you aren't familiar with CAABJ (an affiliate chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists), come to the meeting to see what we're all about. Our members represent nearly 15 newspapers, magazines, television and radio stations in the Charlotte area. Not only is that number growing, but our membership also includes a number of PR and corporate communications professionals.
Who's better connected than us?
We look forward to seeing you March 20.
If you have any questions, email us: charlotteaabj@gmail.com
We truly thank all of you who came out to our CIAA mixer last week at Tutto Mondo. We had a great turnout and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. We hope you will consider joining our great organization. CAABJ is only as great as its members.
We're off to a great start this year and we want to continue to build on that momentum. Please join us at our next meeting:
CAABJ General Body Meeting
Thursday, March 20
7 p.m.
Carrabba's
1520 South Blvd. (South End)
*UPDATE 3-16-08: THIS IS A NEW LOCATION FROM PREVIOUS BLOG POST
If you aren't familiar with CAABJ (an affiliate chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists), come to the meeting to see what we're all about. Our members represent nearly 15 newspapers, magazines, television and radio stations in the Charlotte area. Not only is that number growing, but our membership also includes a number of PR and corporate communications professionals.
Who's better connected than us?
We look forward to seeing you March 20.
If you have any questions, email us: charlotteaabj@gmail.com
February 11, 2008
Dont Miss CAABJ's CIAA Mixer/ Membership Deadline Coming Up Soon!
Happy February!
We're nearly halfway through Black History Month and we trust that you're doing your best to recognize and honor those who paved the way for us. What better way to continue paving the way for those in our industry than by joining the Charlotte Area Association of Black Journalists (CAABJ)?
Not only is your membership valuable as an all-access pass to the exclusive benefits that come with being a member of CAABJ, but it also helps fund the great events we have planned this year like mixers, workshops, and forums on our profession. Your membership also helps a future journalist pay for school through the CAABJ scholarship we'll
award to a deserving student at the end of the year.
We are currently accepting applications for 2008 membership and dues. So please complete the attached membership application and mail it with your appropriate membership level dues to the address listed on the application, or you can contact one of your friendly board members listed on the left who will be happy to meet you at a mutually convenient
time and place.
And please don't forget to mark your calendar for our official CIAA event Jump Starter! Come out to Tutto Mundo (1820 South Blvd., above the Sunset Club), on Tuesday, February 26th, 6:30-9 p.m for a great evening of mingling and networking with your fellow journalists and public relations professionals. It's definitely the way to start the CIAA week off right.
And finally, we'll soon begin streamlining our communications. Starting next month, we'll only be sending member-specific emails to our paid members. We still have love for all of you and will continue to send mass emails regarding our events, but now that we're entering our third year of chapter renewal, we don't want to keep flooding inboxes of those who aren't interested in joining. (But please do! Trust us, you'll love it!)
Again, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact any one of your board members.
Thank you to all of the media professionals and college students who continue to support CAABJ!
We're nearly halfway through Black History Month and we trust that you're doing your best to recognize and honor those who paved the way for us. What better way to continue paving the way for those in our industry than by joining the Charlotte Area Association of Black Journalists (CAABJ)?
Not only is your membership valuable as an all-access pass to the exclusive benefits that come with being a member of CAABJ, but it also helps fund the great events we have planned this year like mixers, workshops, and forums on our profession. Your membership also helps a future journalist pay for school through the CAABJ scholarship we'll
award to a deserving student at the end of the year.
We are currently accepting applications for 2008 membership and dues. So please complete the attached membership application and mail it with your appropriate membership level dues to the address listed on the application, or you can contact one of your friendly board members listed on the left who will be happy to meet you at a mutually convenient
time and place.
And please don't forget to mark your calendar for our official CIAA event Jump Starter! Come out to Tutto Mundo (1820 South Blvd., above the Sunset Club), on Tuesday, February 26th, 6:30-9 p.m for a great evening of mingling and networking with your fellow journalists and public relations professionals. It's definitely the way to start the CIAA week off right.
And finally, we'll soon begin streamlining our communications. Starting next month, we'll only be sending member-specific emails to our paid members. We still have love for all of you and will continue to send mass emails regarding our events, but now that we're entering our third year of chapter renewal, we don't want to keep flooding inboxes of those who aren't interested in joining. (But please do! Trust us, you'll love it!)
Again, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact any one of your board members.
Thank you to all of the media professionals and college students who continue to support CAABJ!
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