The Atlanta Association of Black Journalists

Join us at the NABJ Convention & Career Fair! Hosted in Chicago, IL this year, the convention brings incredible Black journalists from all over to network, inspire and educate us all on the ever-changing world of journalism, media, business and everything in between.

Congrats Class of 2024! We wish all of our recent graduates the best in their future endeavors as they embark on new adventures. In this issue of The Byline, we featured three incredible student journalists who are making great strides early on in their careers. Education doesn’t necessarily end at the graduation ceremony, it just grows with you. So, remember to always be hungry for more, be teachable and keep striving for the best version of you that you can possibly be.

STARS ON THE RISE: A NEW GENERATION OF ATLANTA JOURNALISTS MAKING THEIR MARK IN THE MEDIA INDUSTRY The April issue of the Byline features three Atlanta journalists who share their stories of passion and perseverance, transitioning from college to pursuing their professional dreams as Black women in media.

CELEBRATING AFRICAN AMERICAN MEN IN MEDIA Editor in Chief Donnell Suggs Talks Balancing Work/Life Flow By Mya Grant (Pictured Left: Donnell Suggs with his family) As we all know, journalism is a busy industry. Pair that with being a parent, Donnell Suggs is constantly on the move. As the Editor in Chief of The Atlanta Voice, reporter at The Gainesville Times, and father of two, busy doesn’t even begin to describe his day.

OUR STORIES MATTER! We all have a story. In the August issue of the Byline, three Atlanta journalists share their stories about their experiences and expertise as Black journalists today. Whether they are a seasoned journalist with years of experience or new to the industry, each story is unique.

It’s Not My Job, It’s My Passion! As we head into the holiday season and as the end of the year is just before us, this is a great time to reflect on the past year: successes, losses, challenges, wins, as well as opportunities and goals that we have yet to accomplish. This issue of the Byline features two Atlanta journalists who talk about their careers in journalism.

Summer is here and we are excited about it! This is the time of year to go on vacation, meet with friends and family, volunteer, or take time off from work to focus on self care. As journalists, work can be very busy, stressful and even hectic, leaving you wondering if you chose the right career. This issue of the Byline focuses on how to pursue your passions while having a career and avoiding burnout in the workplace.

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH MEDIA PROFESSIONAL JOYCE E. DAVIS TALKS ABOUT HER CAREER:  The Past, Present, and Future (Pictured above Joyce E. Davis) By Da’Zhane Johnson As early as the age of 12, Joyce E. Davis envisioned a career in journalism. When she was in high school, she found herself writing for the newspaper. Her acceptance into Howard University only led to her practicing her craft in greater strides. Davis’ experience at Howard University proved to be groundbreaking for her future career.

April is the month of blossoming and resurgence. It’s also the month to celebrate arts, culture & creativity. Entering a new quarter of the year brings much needed reflection and motivation to us as we continue to carry out the goals we’ve set for ourselves. Journalism is so broad of a field that creativity, authenticity and alignment are the biggest factors in navigating your niche.

Summer is over, school is back in session, and fall is just about here. There is a lot going on in the world today: earthquakes, flooding, fires, shootings – one disaster after another. The things that seem to be so important are not so important anymore. Thankfully in the midst of trials, there is still some good in the world today.