The Atlanta Association of Black Journalists (AABJ) , one of the nation’s oldest and most influential organizations for Black media professionals, swore in its new board of directors Jan. 10 during a ceremony that underscored the chapter’s legacy and its relevance in a shifting media landscape.
Founded as a local chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ), the AABJ serves as an affiliate of NABJ and functions as a professional home, advocacy body and training ground for Black journalists across metro Atlanta. The chapter, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, is the second-oldest NABJ chapter in the country.
The swearing-in ceremony for the 2026–2028 board of directors brought together current leadership, founders and national NABJ officials…