Trans Journalists Association

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Promoting more accurate, nuanced coverage of trans issues and communities in the media. Supporting gender-expansive journalists in their workplaces and careers. Support us:

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Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· May 8

Join us for “Behind the Stories: Roundtable with TJA Pulitzer Winners and Finalists” a conversation with Pulitzer Prize winners and finalists from across the TJA community. 🗓️: Thursday, May 14 ⌚️: 12 p.m. PT / 3 p.m. ET RSVP: bit.ly/42qrqot

Event poster for "Behind the Stories: Roundtable with TJA Pulitzer Finalists & Winners," featuring photos and names of five panelists, scheduled for Thursday, May 14 at 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET.

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Apr 27

We can’t wait for you to engage with their in-depth reporting! Learn more about our inaugural fellowship and how you can support TJA HERE: bit.ly/TJARF26

Portrait of Khalil Dennis against a purple backdrop, wearing a green top and statement necklace, looking directly at the camera. Text describes their reporting project on how long COVID-related disability uniquely impacts trans communities. The caption highlights their work as a journalist and media maker focused on public health and marginalized voices.

Portrait of Ana González Vilá outdoors with curly hair, looking at the camera with a soft expression. Text describes their reporting project on how trans femme artists are transforming reggaeton and perreo. The caption notes their background as a multimedia journalist and recent Columbia Journalism School graduate.

Portrait of Sahara I. Wailoo, 2026 Trans Journalists Association Reporting Fellow, with a summary of her background as Yale graduate and journalist alongside her reporting project on Black trans women's housing systems.

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Apr 27

Each of our fellows bring immense experience for community-centered storytelling. (1/2)

Portrait of Ja’Loni Amor Owens sitting in warm sunlight, wearing a dark shirt and looking at the camera. Text identifies them as a fellow and describes their reporting project: an investigation into the hidden toll of anti-trans attacks in Texas. A longer caption notes their work as a Black queer Muslim facilitator, strategist, and writer focused on reproductive justice and transfeminism.

Close-up selfie of Aïcha Camara smiling indoors with plants and tiled architecture in the background. Text identifies their reporting project as a data analysis of language used in anti-trans legislation. The caption describes them as a Chicago-based data journalist, technologist, and developer.

Portrait of Henry Carnell standing outdoors, smiling and wearing glasses and a striped T-shirt. Text highlights their reporting project on how trans agricultural workers are responding to rising stressors. The caption describes them as a journalist and science writer based in Oregon.

Portrait of H Conley indoors, wearing glasses and a striped shirt, looking slightly to the side. Text describes their reporting project as an audio documentary about caregiving, disability, and identity. The caption notes their background as a journalist and audio producer covering food, agriculture, and health.

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Apr 27

Meet the inaugural TJA Reporting Fellowship cohort 🎉 7 journalists. 7 reporting projects. One goal: stronger, more accurate coverage of trans communities. Over the next 6 months, fellows will receive mentorship, funding, and support for community-centered stories. bit.ly/TJARF26

Graphic from the Trans Journalists Association announcing the “2026 Reporting Fellowship.” It features headshots of seven fellows arranged in two rows with their names: Ja’Loni Amor Owens, Aïcha Camara, Henry Carnell, H Conley, Khalil Dennis, Ana González Vilá, and Sahara I. Wailoo. The design includes a muted background with typewriter imagery and colorful accents.

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Apr 22

“Every story is a science story.” 🔬 Join TJA + @theopennotebook.bsky.social on May 7 (12PM PT) for a hands-on workshop on bringing science into any beat — even on deadline! Learn the Science Reporting Navigator + workshop pitch ideas. RSVP: bit.ly/4sSX8oV

Poster for a workshop titled "Incorporating Science into Any Beat" with The Open Notebook. Topics: using scientific evidence, evaluating claims, and best practices. Date: May 7, 12 PM PT. Hosted by Trans Journalists Association. RSVP: https://bit.ly/4sSX8oV

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Apr 21

Level up your journalism career 📈 Apply for Level Up stipends ($250–$500) to attend conferences, trainings, or leadership programs. Spring applications close May 5 (9 AM PT)  Open to journalists eligible for TJA membership. Apply HERE: bit.ly/TJA-LU

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Apr 17

San Francisco is holding the line — we’re going deep on how. Join us & @coyotemedia.org April 28 at the SF LGBT Center for a live interview series featuring leaders in the fight for trans rights, interviewed by trans journalists who ask the right questions.  RSVP: bit.ly/tjaSF

Event poster for "Holding the Line" featuring images of four speakers (Zendaya Blossom, David Chiu, Honey Mahogany, and Per Sia) with event details for a trans rights discussion on April 28, 6 PM, at SF LGBT Center. Free RSVP. Hosted by TJA and Coyote Media Collective.

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Apr 8

Join the Trans Journalists Association on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at the SF LGBT Center in partnership with @coyotemedia.org, for a timely conversation on how local leadership, grassroots organizing, and journalism intersect in this political moment. RSVP: bit.ly/tjaSF

Event poster for "Holding the Line: Local Power, Federal Pressure, and the Fight for Trans Rights," on April 28 at 6pm, SF LGBT Center, free with RSVP. Hosted by Trans Journalists Association and Coyote.

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Mar 31

🏳️‍⚧️ This TDOV, you can help change the narrative. Support the Trans Journalists Association and the TNI to ensure media coverage is fair, accurate and accountable. 📊 Explore the findings: transnewsinitiative.org 💜 Support this work: bit.ly/tja_pride

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Mar 31

What gets covered:  • Pop culture & creativity dominates headlines 🎬  • Policy coverage gets less attention ⚖️  • Resilience & solutions are underrepresented 💪🏾 What gets amplified — and what doesn’t — shapes understanding and real lives. transnewsinitiative.org

Infographic titled "Pop culture dominates trans coverage" highlights that "Pop culture & creativity" was the leading article theme 4 out of 5 years, making up about 25% of coverage. Despite more government-related events, pop culture receives more media attention, indicating increased trans visibility and vulnerability. Lists themes like trans identity, violence, public space, healthcare, transnationality, and resilience.

Text-heavy image discussing overlooked trans stories. Headlines highlight lack of coverage on trans resilience, resistance, and solutions. Keywords like "resisting," "care," "community," "hope," and "solidarity" are emphasized in colorful fonts. The image urges more representation of trans realities in media.

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Mar 31

📈 By the numbers:  • 190,500+ articles about trans communities (2020–2025)  • 2,700+ stories published every month Trans coverage isn’t rare — it’s constant.  Media coverage = visibility. 📰👀 transnewsinitiative.org

Infographic titled "Trans coverage isn't rare – it’s constant." It states 190,500+ articles from Jan 2020 to Oct 2025. Highlights 2,700+ average stories per month on trans communities, emphasizing regular news coverage and lived experiences.

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Mar 31

📊 What is TNI? TNI is a public, data-driven tool that:  • Tracks who is telling trans stories 📝  • Shows what’s being covered — and what isn’t 🔍  • Supports media accountability and research ⚖️ It grows with use, helping journalists, advocates, and researchers alike. transnewsinitiative.org

Slide explaining the Trans News Initiative (TNI) as a first-of-its-kind, publicly accessible tool that tracks how trans rights and communities are covered in mainstream media. Includes a screenshot of a data visualization dashboard showing clustered topics and a timeline of news coverage.

Slide describing how TNI supports journalists, media researchers, and community advocates by helping them understand trans news coverage, identify which outlets are covering the community and how, and make accountability and media analysis research more efficient

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Mar 31

🧵✨ This Trans Day of Visibility: let’s talk about how trans stories show up in the media — and why it matters. 🏳️‍⚧️ Introducing the Trans News Initiative (TNI) from the Trans Journalists Association. transnewsinitiative.org

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Mar 13

Join us on Thursday, March 26, at 12 p.m. PT / 3 p.m. ET for “Finding the FOIA Freeway.” This interactive workshop will guide journalists through the federal records request process, best practices for streamlining request tracking, and more. RSVP: members.transjournalists.org/event-6611805

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Join us on Thursday, March 26, at 12 p.m. PT / 3 p.m. ET for “Finding the FOIA Freeway”

This interactive workshop will guide journalists through the federal records request process, best practices to streamline request tracking, and more.

RSVP: members.transjournalists.org/event-6611805

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Feb 20

Trans journalists are part of a legacy. Join us next week for “Carrying the TransGriot Torch: Remembering Monica Roberts,” a Black History Month webinar honoring the life, work, and lasting impact of the trailblazing journalist and community advocate. RSVP: members.transjournalists.org/events

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Feb 3

‼️Applications are open for the inaugural TJA Reporting Fellowship! Seven fellows will receive: 💰$5000 stipend over six months to offset reporting costs 👍🏾Dedicated mentorship and reporting guidance 🎯Targeted professional development Find out more info www.transjournalists.org/reporting-fe....

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Jan 31

From TJA Executive Director Tre'vell Anderson: “The recent arrests of Black journalists for documenting threats to immigrant communities are an absolute threat to press freedom. We stand in solidarity with our sibling journalism organizations in condemning such actions…

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Dec 2

We know financial support isn’t always feasible. You can still make an impact by sharing our story and our work with the people in your life.

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Dec 2

The Trans Journalists Association is building a future of journalism where stories about trans people are just, ethical, and informed by our leadership. This #GivingTuesday, we’re asking you to support our movement: bit.ly/tja_pride. 🧵

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Nov 24

Our final member workshop of 2025 will be on covering extremism and political violence, on Dec. 2. Members can RSVP via member portal. Allies can support our training and development of trans/gender expansive journalists by making a donation. Every dollar helps! www.transjournalists.org/donate/ 🙏🏾

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Nov 18

This tool analyzes more than 190,000 articles published in the last five years to show how publications have covered trans stories over time.

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Nov 4

In an analysis conducted by Berkeley Media Studies Group in partnership with the Trans Journalists Association, trans perspectives were rarely present in articles about the consequences federal actions would have on their lives. bit.ly/TJA_visible

Bar graph depicting sources for articles covering anti-trans executive orders. From left to right, 78% quoted politicians or officials, 30% quoted trans people, 22% quoted both officials and trans people, and 6% quoted trans youth.

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Sep 17

On Tuesday, we’re hosting a FOIAthon with @muckrock.com as part of our project to uncover, preserve and encourage reporting on documents and data regarding government actions that impact trans communities. Save the date and join us on YouTube! ✨ (Members: Additional details in your inbox.)

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Aug 25

Join the TJA and @indiejournalists.bsky.social for a conversation on the intersection of personal identity and professional beat. In this webinar, journalists will share best practices for navigating these dual roles with integrity, empathy, and rigor. Register here: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Jun 16

We're incredibly close to our goal. donorbox.org/reclaim-tran...

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Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Jun 9

We couldn’t—and still can’t—do it without you. Help us continue to grow for another five years and beyond: bit.ly/tja_pride

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Jun 9

A lot can change in five years. The TJA launched on June 30th, 2020 and since then we’ve grown in ways that seemed unimaginable at the time. bit.ly/tja_pride

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Jun 6

Thanks to you we’re already more than halfway to our fundraising goal of $10,000— and we’ve raised enough to unlock all of our matching donations! Want to help us reach our goal? Consider donating, creating your own donor page, or sharing our story. Learn more and donate here: bit.ly/tja_pride

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Jun 2

In the face of unprecedented attacks on trans people and an uncertain legal landscape, this work has never been more urgent. That’s why we’re launching an anniversary fundraising campaign. Here’s how you can help: bit.ly/trans_narrat...

Trans Journalists Association@transjournalists· Jun 2

Five years ago, we launched our organization with a simple mission: to promote nuanced, accurate coverage of trans rights and communities in the media, and to support the careers of gender-expansive journalists. bit.ly/trans_narrat...