NEW YORK CITY (May 2, 2012) – The New York Association of Black Journalists will recognize the work of more than 40 journalists, including a special honor to former diversity advocate Robert Naylor, and pay tribute to the late Gil Noble at its 24th Annual Scholarship and Awards Banquet.... Read More →
NEW YORK CITY (April 5, 2012) - Gil Noble, African-American television journalist and long-time host of the WABC-TV public affairs program Like It Is, died Thursday at the age of 80, according to WABC-TV. Noble suffered a debilitating stroke last July that forced him to step down as host of one of the longest-running, locally-produced, programs of its kind.
"NYABJ is deeply saddened by the loss of Gil Noble, a legendary journalist who helped pave the way for many black journalists," said NYABJ President Michael J. Feeney. "For more than 40 years, he used his voice to not only tell stories that shed light on social inequalities that faced our community, but also to highlight the achievements of blacks in New York City and throughout the diaspora. NYABJ sends our condolences to the Noble family."... Read More →
We regret to inform you that the New York Association of Black Journalists is cancelling the upcoming event - Twitter: Avoiding the Pittfalls & Building Your Brand. We are planning to reschedule the event for next month - and will be sure to notify you once we have a new date.
Sincerely,
The New York Association of Black Journalists
"While the New York Association of Black Journalists (NYABJ) is saddened to hear Sue Simmons' illustrious run at WNBC-TV/Channel 4 is coming to an end, we applaud her for delivering the news in the New York area for more than 30 years," said NYABJ President Michael J. Feeney. "This truly marks the end of an era."
"NYABJ wishes Ms. Simmons the best as she transitions to the next chapter of her career and vows to be here to support her in any way that we can," Feeney said.
A Harlem native, Simmons was the face of WNBC News, serving as an anchor since 1980 and garnering many accolades for outstanding journalism, including four Emmy awards. She and co-anchor Chuck Scarborough were also named New York's top anchor team by the New York Daily News in 2003.
An advocacy group established in 1976, the New York Association of Black Journalists provides career development as well as educational and other support to its members and is an affiliate of NABJ, the largest organization for journalists of color in the nation.
Contact:
Gabrielle M. Lee
nyabjPR@gmail.com
Our next NYABJ event is just around the corner - and we hope you'll join us. In partnership with Prudential and the Associated Press, we'll be discussing the African-American community's unique economic challenges. We hope to see you there. And don't forget to register for the event below.
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NYABJ's new board members hosted the chapter's first town hall meeting since electing its new board members. Pictured above are Josh Barker (VP of Print), Joe Gray (Parliamentarian), Christina Carrega (Deputy Secretary), Mike Feeney (President), Dwight Oestricher (Treasurer), Gabrielle Lee (Secretary), and Cheryl Wills (VP of Broadcast). Not pictured is Nekesa Moody (Deputy Treasurer), out on assignment.
Photo credit: Shannon Lanier
Meet the newly elected board
Hear our plans and goals for 2012 and beyond
Find out how you can become a member and join a committee
Get details about our local events as well as the NABJ convention in New Orleans
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So I wonder if any proceeds from the NYABJ scholarship banquet can go to this Columbia J School grad student.. @mfeeney @dextermullins