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We're here, we're queer, we're on deadline. Founded in 1990, NLGJA works from within the news industry to foster fair and accurate coverage of LGBTQ issues.
Join us in honoring the legacy of Windy City Times -- now serving Chicagoland for four decades -- alongside the people who made media history!
See you Sept. 25 at Sidetrack for this special celebration! #journalismmatters
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/windy-city...
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TUESDAY! 11:30AM CENTRAL!
Join an expert cast -- including our very own NLGJA: Chicago Chapter president Jake Wittich -- for a Reynolds Journalism Institute webinar on how to keep local journalism alive!
RSVP: tinyurl.com/community29
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Check it out: our chapter president, Jake Wittich, appears on this week's episode of THIS NEWS IS SO GAY podcast!
#journalismmatters
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Thank you Gerber Hart for hosting tonight’s priceless discussion, “Chicago LGBTQ Newspapers Discussion,” featuring Tracy Baim and Michal Brody.
What a treat to hear memoirs, perspectives, and insightful advice from these legendary local journalists! #JournalismMatters
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Did you miss our "Resisting the Rollbacks" panel discussion?
Check out this Medium summary from host Jake Wittich! #JournalismMatters
Bravo to the Windy City Times, one of our long-time hometown publications, for four decades of committed community coverage! #JournalismMatters
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So that was AWESOME!
Many thanks to our esteemed panelists — scheduled and substitute — who made tonight’s event insightful, impactful and extremely valuable learning.
Happy #PrideMonth, all! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
We're SO excited about tonight's event!
Will we see you there? 🏳️⚧️
#journalismmatters
Join us Thursday, June 5 at "Resisting the Rollbacks: A Panel on Trans Rights in Chicago Journalism," a panel discussion with local journalists and NLGJA: Chicago Chapter president Jake Wittich. #journalismmatters
RSVP today for this not-to-be-missed conversation: tinyurl.com/resist25
How are journalists navigating increasingly volatile attacks on the transgender community?
Join us Thursday, June 5 for a panel discussion with Chicago reporters, who will share how they’re managing misinformation, safety risks, and editorial gatekeeping.
RSVP today!
This tour was an eye-opening, world-expanding, game-changing experience for us all, reminding us that Chicago is a much bigger city than we see every day.
Thank you to NLGJA for making this tour possible through the "Our Community Initiative." #journalismmatters (2/2)
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Thanks to ALL who joined us for our tour of Chicago's South Side LGBTQ History!
Tours With Mike highlighted the inspiring lives of LGBTQ icons -- including Honey Dijon, Frankie Knuckles, Lena Waithe, and more -- as we visited historic sites from the South Loop to Bronzeville to South Commons. (1/2)
SATURDAY!
Join us for a guided bus tour through decades of local LGBTQ history — as we explore the heritage of Chicago’s South Side!
Book now — because less than 5 seats remain! RSVP: tinyurl.com/southside25
SATURDAY!
Join us for a guided bus tour through decades of local LGBTQ history — as we explore the heritage of Chicago’s South Side!
Book now — because less than 5 seats remain! RSVP: tinyurl.com/southside25
FRIDAY!
Join author Nico Lang -- and your NLGJA Chicago friends -- for an in-person Book Talk event!
We're proud to welcome this esteemed creator to our community for a heartfelt discussion of queer youth challenges, resilience, and survival.
INFO: tinyurl.com/nico0426
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Did you know Chicago is home to one of the 10 longest-running gay bars in America -- and it's nowhere near Boystown?
On Saturday, April 26, we're taking a tour of South Side LGBTQ history. Join us -- and help us keep the authentic stories of our community alive!
RSVP: tinyurl.com/southside25
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Stay tuned for more events—and if you couldn’t make it this time, we hope to see you soon! 💜
Special shoutout to DS Shin, our chapter Vice President, for capturing the moment with these amazing photos!
#LGBTQJournalists
THANK YOU to everyone who joined our Spring Mixer at Whiskey Girl Tavern!
It was an incredible opportunity to connect, network and celebrate our profession and purpose. We love seeing our local community come together!
GALLERY: photos.app.goo.gl/UvgmDig4fxm5...
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🚨 Exciting news! 🚨
We’re proud to introduce the 2025 leadership team for the Chicago Chapter of NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists!
We're planning a full year of exciting events—from social outings to educational gatherings -- so follow us for more!
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It's springtime in Chicago --
and there's nothing but blue skies ahead! 😎
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