Our events

The TJA offers a number of public and private events. Public events are listed here by default, but you must log in to view upcoming organizational meetings, internal training opportunities, and other members-only events.

Upcoming events

    • Fri, May 10, 2024
    • 11:30 AM (EDT)
    • Zoom, register here: https://www.pressclubinstitute.org/event/covering-trans-and-lgbtq-issues-during-2024/

    Register now to join a virtual session on May 10th featuring Katie Barnes, digital feature writer at ESPN,  Lex McMenamin, news and politics editor at Teen Vogue,  Phoebe Petrovic, investigative reporter at Wisconsin Watch, and Gina Chua, executive editor at Semafor. 

    There will be discussion about the best practices for covering trans and LGBTQIA+ issues and participants will learn how to responsibly frame stories to include trans and LGBTQIA+ voices, what questions to ask when reporting on trans and LGBTQIA+ issues, how to identify policy and political stories relevant to certain audiences whether local or national, and how to ensure your sources and story subjects feel seen and heard.

    This virtual program produced by the National Press Club Journalism Institute with the support of the Trans Journalists Association will end with a brief Q&A session.

    Register with the link for the May 10th session starting at 11:30 AM: https://www.pressclubinstitute.org/event/covering-trans-and-lgbtq-issues-during-2024/  


    • Wed, May 22, 2024
    • 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM (EDT)
    • Zoom link will be sent via email list

    On Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 8:30 p.m. ET, NLGJA x TJA's book club will gather to discuss Love in the Big City” by Sang Young Park

    RSVP HERE

    Meetings will last between 60-90 minutes and will be held on Zoom. Sign-up sheets for each meeting will be available soon, and the events will be listed on our members social calendar and our full events calendar. Can't attend every meeting? No worries! Join when you can.
    • Wed, May 29, 2024
    • (PDT)
    • Sat, June 01, 2024
    • (PDT)
    • Las Vegas, Nevada
    Register

    What's TJA up to?

    The TJA is planning a panel on covering policies and bills related to trans students in the U.S. public schools. TJA president Kae Petrin will be coordinating everything.

    We'll also be hosting a small meetup for TJA members and friends. 

    More about the event

    The 77th EWA National Seminar comes after monumental U.S. Supreme Court decisions on race-conscious college admissions and student debt; growing parents’ rights movements; intensifying Gen-Z voting power and increasingly fraught battles over curricula and books.

    Many believe education issues could decide the 2024 election. The Education Writers Association plans to use this pivotal moment in time to better prepare its members for what’s to come.

    As more than 40 states introduce bills or pass laws limiting how teachers address racism or sexism, amid growing public concern about attacks on racial and gender progress, EWA will gather stakeholders in a prime location. The National Seminar will take place May 29-June 1, 2024 in Las Vegas – a city in a swing state and a convention destination known for unique experiences.

    Leading policymakers, experts and other speakers will share their perspectives with journalist, community, and student members on the most pressing education issues as the election year heats up. Attend sessions, build community and dine at The Mirage Hotel and Casino, located on the iconic Las Vegas Strip.

    Scholarships will be awarded to qualified journalists and students. All members will get vital training and opportunities like no other in a top sports and entertainment hub. Save the date for the 2024 event!

    • Wed, June 05, 2024
    • 4:00 PM (PDT)
    • Zoom: Register to receive link
    Register

    Learn more about the John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships at Stanford University. We'll have a presentation from Alberto B. Mendoza, Managing Director for the program, and time for Q&A. 

    In a few weeks, Alberto will host office hours sessions for TJA members interested in asking more questions one-on-one. 

    About the JSK Fellowships at Stanford University

    The John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships supports diverse journalists from around the world who are creating solutions to journalism’s most urgent problems. We focus on helping these journalism leaders succeed as effective change agents, improving the access to information people need to create and sustain democratic communities.

    Our core fellowship is a 9-month residential program on the Stanford University campus from September to May. This allows journalists to step away from professional obligations to develop the leadership resilience needed for our times. Through individual coaching, access to Stanford experts, classes and resources, tailored fellows workshops, and peer-to-peer learning, the JSK Fellowships helps fellows identify the tools and mindsets needed to effectively lead and navigate change.

    It pays $125K, plus health insurance for spouse and dependents.

    About our guest


    Alberto B. Mendoza is a managing director for the world-renowned John S. Knight Journalism (JSK) Fellowships at Stanford University. The program trains, develops, and supports emerging and veteran journalists around the world. Alberto’s expertise areas are in non-profit management, mentorship, DEI initiatives, fundraising, and entrepreneurship. He is on the advisory board of the Trans Latina Coalition, the Military Veterans in Journalism Association, and the Pivot Fund. 

    • Thu, June 20, 2024
    • (PDT)
    • Sun, June 23, 2024
    • (PDT)
    • Anaheim, California
    Register
    IRE’s annual investigative journalism conference will take place in Anaheim, California, June 20-23, 2024. The conference will feature panels and discussions as well as opportunities to network with fellow journalists.

    The TJA is hosting a trans coverage track at the conference, and working on additional networking events. Many TJA members will be in attendance, as well as the TJA board.

    In order to attend, you'll also have to register through IRE's website -- details TBD. 

    Come join us!
    • Wed, June 26, 2024
    • 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM (EDT)
    • Zoom link will be sent via email list

    On Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 8:30 p.m. ET, NLGJA x TJA's book club will gather to discuss “The Race to be Myself” by Caster Semenya

    Meetings will last between 60-90 minutes and will be held on Zoom. Sign-up sheets for each meeting will be available soon, and the events will be listed on our members social calendar and our full events calendar. Can't attend every meeting? No worries! Join when you can.
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