Summary Strategy Roadmap
Mission
NAHJ is dedicated to the recognition and professional advancement of Hispanics in the news industry
Priority 1:
Advocate for equity, parity & accountability in news organizations on behalf of Latinx journalists
Promote the fair representation, inclusion, and just treatment of Latinxs of all backgrounds in newsrooms, using data to guide advocacy strategy and hold the industry to account.
Goal 1: Leadership Development
Enhance abilities and access of Latinxs in media via networks, trainings, and programs
Goal 2: Research
Conduct research to understand current deficits and needs
Goal 3: News Outreach
Establish working dialogue with newsroom editors around workplace issues and create accountability measures and strategies
Priority 2:
Increase societal influence & presence of NAHJ and its members
Position NAHJ as a strong national leader and strengthen our voice on matters impacting journalists; empower members to speak out.
Goal 1: Visibility & Messaging
Amplify the work of NAHJ and its members and the impact of Latinxs in the industry
Goal 2: Internal Communications
Effectively communicate NAHJ actions to empower and engage members
Goal 3: Networking & Collaboration
Mobilize leaders and organizations to advocate for Latinx journalists
Priority 3:
Empower members through training programs & services
Create programming and opportunities that help members at all career stages succeed journalistically and inspire more meaningful engagement.
Goal 1: Support Journalism Students
Tools and training to address distinct challenges/barriers faced by Latinx students
Goal 2: Provide Professional Development
Equip journalists with skills, training, and resources to navigate the journalism industry
Goal 3: Develop Membership Processes & Protocols
Improve and promote how members access resources
Priority 4:
Build infrastructure & expand capacity, financial prowess, & sustainability
Revamp the board structure and leadership makeup and staff to achieve strong capacity and financial growth.
Goal 1: Expand Staff & Restructure Board Composition
Restructure board composition/tenure and add staff positions to support organizational growth and achieve strategic plan priorities