October 17-20, 2010
Washington, D.C.
 
Cancer remains a terrifying diagnosis, even as researchers peel away layers of complexity to deliver knowledge that leads to ever-more-effective treatment. This four-day immersion in cancer issues will help journalists understand the latest research and its implications for cervical, prostate, breast and other cancers. Leading experts also will discuss controversies related to screening and treatment; the agenda will include at least one field trip to a relevant location in the nation’s capital. This is NPF’s fourth on-the-record Cancer Issues program,  to be held in Washington, D.C. October 17-20. Resources from last year’s program are here. Fellowships include airfare, lodging and most meals. Applications are now available on our website, and will be due September 7, 2010.
 
Fifteen fellowships will be awarded to qualified print, broadcast and online journalists.  Applications are encouraged from reporters who have experience covering the social, economic and societal impact of cancer, as well as those with a background in science and medicine reporting. To apply:
 
·       Fill out the online application form.
·      Submit a letter of support from a supervisor (if you are an independent journalist you may include a letter from a previous supervisor or editor you work with frequently).
·      Submit two samples of your journalistic work.  If you’re an editor, send samples of work you have edited.
 
Applications must be received by 5:00 PM EST 7 September 2010.  Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.  Selected journalists will be notified 2 to 3 weeks after the application deadline. Click here to apply.
 
This program is underwritten by Pfizer Inc. Our guidelines for program sponsors are here.

New England Co-president Shirley Leung received the ELP Leadership Award at the convention.  The AAJA Executive Leadership Program (ELP) looks at how Asian American and Pacific Islander values relate to high-level decision-making processes and leadership development.

New England Vice President of Membership Brian Wong accepted the Diversity Award, presented to ESPN for the company’s commitment to diversity, at the gala banquet.  Wong is a news editor at ESPN.

Meet for complimentary appetizers and cash bar. The mixer will be held near the Hollywood Ballroom, where the Silent Auction is being held. Just follow the signage to find the mixer — we’ll also update you via e-mail and on Evite once the location is finalized.

Please RSVP on Evite.  If you have registered for the convention but have not received at evite, e-mail newengland.aaja@gmail.com.  For questions, contact Texas Chapter President Iris Kuo at irisckuo [at] gmail [dot] com. We look forward to seeing you there!

 CNN is expanding and we have the headcount to prove it!!! 

 New opportunities across all platforms: CNN Wires, CNN.com, CNN, CNN International, HLN…. here’s a listing of available opportunities in our Atlanta HQ!! 

 (www.turnerjobs.com) 

CNN: Line Producer, CNN Newsroom req 118810 

Writer Producer, CNN Newsroom req 118807 

Guest Producer, CNN Newsroom, Kyra Phillips req 117826 

News Manager, CNN National Desk req TBD 

HLN: 

Production Manager, req 118841 

Associate Producer, The Clark Howard Show, req 118840 

Producer, Issues with Jane Velez-Mitchell 

 CNN International: 

Producer req 117557 

Supervising Editor, CNN Int’l Desk req 

Beat Assignment Editor, req 118832 

Senior Writer req 118818 

CNN.com 

US Editor, req 118667 

CNN Wires: 

Newsdesk Editor- Atlanta 118679Newsdesk Editor- New York 118683Newsdesk Editor- Los Angeles 118681Weekend Supervising Editor- Atlanta req 118680Editor/Copy Editor- Atlanta req 118682 

Follow us on Twitter: @RecruiterCNN

It’s time for our annual Day at Fenway Park — and this year we’ll be sitting together in the sun in the right field bleachers.

Red Sox vs. White Sox Sunday, Sept. 5, 1:35 pm
Tickets: $45 (first come, first served)
Contact: brian.h.wong@espn.com

By request, AAJA will meet once a month for dim sum in Chinatown. You might have guessed it — on the second Sunday of each month! Come get your fill of dumplings, tea, and bao. Talk shop and catch up on family, travels, and other news. Discuss upcoming chapter events and what you want to get out of AAJA. Open to everybody, so bring the kids, roommates, friends, and co-workers!

When: 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 16 (I know I just called it Second Sundays, but I’m avoiding Mother’s Day)
Where: Empire Garden in Chinatown
Cost: The check will be split equally (likely around $9 a person). Bring cash!
RSVP: newengland.aaja@gmail.com by May 14!

Empire Garden (the sign outside also says Emperor’s Garden)
690 Washington St.
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 482-8898
Accessible by T on Orange Line’s Chinatown stop.
Also by Red Line’s Downtown Crossing stop; walk for 10 minutes on Washington Street.

 ColorLines has partnered with The Media Consortium for Summer 2010 to place interns to assist with editorial and communications for ColorLines magazine http://www.colorlines.com and the RaceWire blog http://racewire.org

Interns can be based in Oakland, CA or New York, NY. Preference may be given to candidates who can intern in New York.

 Interns will work with some of the best editors and reporters in the country. Each intern will be matched with a Media Consortium member based on three components:

 1) Medium (print, online, television, video and/or film) in which they want to develop journalistic muscle

2) Specialized areas of focus, including politics, the environment, economics, reproductive rights and more

3) Preferred location for internship

Interns will:

 • Work with the media organization to complete one to two major editorial projects

• Fulfill weekly duties such as fact-checking, research, writing and media production

• Meet with top editors/reporters at organization for mentoring sessions

• Complete short monthly progress reports

• Complete a final report to The Media Consortium

 Requirements include:

 • At least 3 years of undergraduate experience and/or have completed undergrad or grad school within the last year

• Resumé, two letters of recommendation and links to samples of your work (writing, audio or radio) No attachments, please.

• Passion and commitment to independent journalism

• Deep interest in national politics and social issues

• Availability to work four, eight-hour days a week (32 hours) for three months

• Strong writing and research skills

 Location: The Media Consortium is currently placing interns in Washington, DC, New York and Oakland, CA. Interns are responsible for their own lodging.

 Stipend and Duration: Interns will receive a stipend of $2,000 for twelve 32-hour weeks. Four individuals will be placed in our Summer program (May 24-August 16) and another four will be placed in the Fall (September 20-December 13). We are accepting applications for both sessions. A $125 travel stipend will be provided.

 The Media Consortium is a network of over 40 of the nation’s leading, independent media outlets. For a full list of our members, go here.

 To apply: please fill out the application here and email your resumé, links to samples of your journalistic work (print, video, audio) and two letters of recommendation to jeanne@themediaconsortium.com by May 3th, 2010. No attachments, please.