National Association of Black Journalists, Sacramento
Elevating and educating journalists and media professionals.
About NABJS
The National Association of Black Journalists, Sacramento is a nonprofit organization who represents journalists and media professionals in the Greater Sacramento region. Our organization’s mission is to uplift, educate, and support local journalists as they help tell the stories of their community. Throughout the year, we provide professional development workshops and resources to members, and networking opportunities that foster a sense of community among the Black journalist community. Other times, NABJ Sacramento will be the voice to advocate for diversity in the newsroom and the stories journalists produce.
Meet the Board
Marcus D. Smith, President (Sacramento Bee)
Courtney Dempsey, Vice President (Good Day Sacramento)
Danielle Wilburn, Treasurer (KCRA)
Desiree McFarland, Recording Treasurer (Sacramento State Student)
Jailyn Anderson, Secretary (KCRA)
DeNeeka Hill, Recording Secretary (KCRA)
Lanaya Lewis, Media-Relations Representative (Sacramento State)
Aaries Harris, Student Representative (UC Davis Student)
Membership Options
Members get exclusive access to membership meetings and professional development workshops that help them stand out in their respective newsrooms and organizations. In addition, members gain a community who supports and advocates for them in times of need.
Professional Membership $50
For full-time journalists and journalism management.
Media-Related Membership $40
For public relations, communications, marketing, journalism educators, and part-time journalists/freelancers.
Student Membership $20
For high school, college or university students who are majoring in journalism or any media-related field. Current student ID required.
About Us
We are NABJS, a nonprofit organization elevating and educating media professionals.
Contact
nabjsacramento@gmail.com
Serving Greater Sacramento 