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CCNMA's mission is to promote diversity in the news media by providing encouragement, scholarships and educational programs
for Latinos pursuing careers in the news media, and to foster an accurate and fair portrayal of Latinos in the news media,
and promoting the social, economic and professional advancement of Latino journalists.
Please Donate Now
Like other industries, the
news media continues to suffer during our ailing economy with many of
our colleagues losing their jobs or taking buyouts. CCNMA’s financial support from media companies and
non-media corporations is decreasing as the economy worsens.
But CCNMA remains committed to continue helping create a news media that looks and sounds like the communities they serve.
While CCNMA, too, has had to cut back on its expenses, we will continue to put on our programs, including scholarships for talented high school and college students, career development through our annual Journalism Opportunities Conference, and recognition of outstanding work that contributes to a better understating of Latinos through our Ruben Salazar Journalism Awards.
We know that the economy is causing most people to limit their spending, but if you are looking for a year-end opportunity to make a tax-deductible contribution to a worthy charitable cause, please consider donating to CCNMA, now in its 36th year.
A donation of any amount has a significant effect on our success. Please click here for a donation form or call the CCNMA office at (213) 437-4408.
Thank you for your support.
But CCNMA remains committed to continue helping create a news media that looks and sounds like the communities they serve.
While CCNMA, too, has had to cut back on its expenses, we will continue to put on our programs, including scholarships for talented high school and college students, career development through our annual Journalism Opportunities Conference, and recognition of outstanding work that contributes to a better understating of Latinos through our Ruben Salazar Journalism Awards.
We know that the economy is causing most people to limit their spending, but if you are looking for a year-end opportunity to make a tax-deductible contribution to a worthy charitable cause, please consider donating to CCNMA, now in its 36th year.
A donation of any amount has a significant effect on our success. Please click here for a donation form or call the CCNMA office at (213) 437-4408.
Thank you for your support.
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Freelancing Workshop Nov. 15 at Los Angeles Times
AAJA-LA's sponsors the freelance workshop on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 .m. at the Los Angeles Times building, 202 West 1st Street, downtown Los Angeles. Panelists in print and broadcast will talk about the demands, the difficulties and the rewards of freelance journalism. Learn about finding the best media outlets for your stories, pitching ideas effectively and maintaining relationships with editors and producers. A list of freelancing resources and contacts will be provided. Refreshments will be provided. Free, but must RSVP by Nov. 12 to: michelle@koreamjournal.com
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The seven-month vocational training program for students pursuing careers in television and radio broadcasting that don't necessarily fit the profile of those at established college programs is run by KMEX-TV morning anchor Rolando Nichols and former KWHY-TV anchor Ofelia de la Torre. Students have interned at Fox Sports and ESPN. Read The Times story here. For more information on the center visit www.centrotvandradio.com RTNDA: Percentage of Journalists of Color in Broadcasting Inches Up The percentage at non-Spanish Language TV stations increased to 20.1 percent in 2007, up from 19.4 percent in 2006. (Including Spanish-language stations, the percentage increased to 23.6, up from 21.5 in 2006.) The percentage of Latinos at non-Spanish language TV stations was 6.2 percent. Comparing TV broadcasting with newspapers, the percentage of journalists of color in print is 13.5 percent, and the percentage of Latinos is 4.5 percent. The percentage of people of color in radio is 11.8 percent, with Latinos making up 3.6 percent. None are close to parity with the percentage of the nation's population of people of color, which is about 34 percent. See the complete report at RTNDA's website by clicking here.
Frank del Olmo: Commentaries on His Times  As
a Los Angeles
Times columnist, Frank del Olmo was known for his clear-headed analysis
of hardball issues: politics, education, labor, immigration, as
demonstrated in this book. Then, in the final decade of his life, a new
dimension emerged in his columns: The compassionate father of a young
son, Frankie, dealing with autism. Del Olmo, a CCNMA founder and a
board member for more than 30 years, died of a heart attack in 2004. In
addition to his role as a columnist, he was the first Latino to be
promoted to the Times’ masthead. This book offers 90 of his most
memorable columns, including his 1994 commentary in which he
dissented from the Times' reelection endorsement of Pete Wilson, citing
the governor’s “cynical” use of divisive Proposition 187. A selection
of photos features some early CCNMA events.Through a generous donation by the Los
Angeles Times of the remaining books, the book is now available through
the CCNMA
office. Proceeds of sales
benefit the Frank del Olmo Memorial Scholarship Fund. Your donation may
be tax deductible. Donation:
$30 hard cover, $20 soft cover. Call (213) 437-4408 or click here for an order form online, or to
download. "Latino Writers and Journalists" by Jamie Martinez Wood The book profiles more than 150 writers and journalists who have worked to advance the role of Latinos in the United states and abroad. Click here to read the author's story about why she wrote the book. |
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