Empowering Black Voices in Journalism
Advocating for representation and excellence in media.
Welcome to NABJ-MN
From President Aaliyah Demry
NABJ-MN is dedicated to advocating for the representation of Black journalists in Minnesota. As an organization, we strive to improve media coverage of the Black community and support aspiring journalists through mentorship, scholarships and other resources. Membership is open to all media-related and communications professionals who identify with our goals and mission.
Aaliyah Demry
NABJ-MN President
Annual NABJ-MN Bowling Fundraiser Wednesday, Nov. 18
It’s time to roll the ball for a great cause. Grab your family, friends and co-workers for a night of friendly competition and community support.
- Date: Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
- Arrive/Order Food: 5:30 PM
- Tournament: 6-8 PM
- Where: Park Tavern in St. Louis Park
Meet the 2026-27 NABJ-MN Board
NABJ-MN 2026 Board
Please join us in welcoming our new board members as they lead the chapter into an exciting new year of growth, collaboration, and opportunity.
President - Aaliyah Demry: Digital editor at the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder. Former Morning Reporter a KTTC News in Rochester. As an early career journalist, she’s bring’s fresh perspective and creative understanding of digital platforms, hoping to expand the reach of the organization across social platforms.
Vice President of Broadcast - Georgia Fort: Three-time Midwest Emmy
Award-winning journalist, 2025 Bush Fellow, and the founder of BLCK Press, the nonprofit Center of Broadcast Journalism and owner of Power 104.7 FM.
Vice President of Print - Jasmine McBride: Editor of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder. The state’s oldest Black newspaper. Having jumped into journalism during the uprising following the murder of George Floyd in 2020, Jasmine has shown her dedication to the Black press for 6 years and counting.
Vice President of Public Relations - Darryl Sellers: Strategic public relations leader. He’s committed to shining a light on the organization through creative storytelling, interviewing stakeholders and covering events, and elements that uplifts the chapter.
Parliamentarian - Robin Washington: Washington is producer/host for Wisconsin Public Radio and a Columnist for the Minnesota Star Tribune.
Co-Treasurer - Sheree Curry: Communications director at the University St. Thomas. She’s an award-winning journalist with nearly a dozen industry accolades and writes regularly for USA Today. She will work with Nicole to build a finance committee to get the chapter’s accounting in order. She’s the immediate past president.
Co-Treasurer - Nicole Norfleet: Night editor at the Minnesota Star Tribune. She is joining forces with Sheree. She’s also a past chapter president and treasurer.
Co-Secretary - Azhae’la Hanson: Reporter and the youth coordinator for North News in Minneapolis. She will work with Talia, with her focus being on building student engagement, mentoring them, and building a membership pipeline.
Co-Secretary - Talia McWright: Reporter for the Pioneer Press. She is passionate about telling stories in diverse communities. McWright is interested in increasing member engagement.
NABJ-MN Official Statement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact:
Sheree Curry
NABJ-Minnesota Chapter Co-President
The National Association of Black Journalists Minnesota Chapter Denounces the Arrest of Minnesota-based Independent Journalist Georgia Fort
MINNEAPOLIS – (Jan. 30, 2026) – NABJ-MN, the Minnesota chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists, denounces the early morning arrest on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, of local journalist Georgia Fort and requests the dismissal of any charges.
It is the chapter’s understanding that Fort, the vice president of broadcast for NABJ-MN, has been arrested in connection with her coverage of a Jan. 18 demonstration at a St. Paul church. As a journalist, she was present to report on the protest, not as a demonstration participant.
Fort, an award-winning independent journalist, has covered numerous demonstrations for years, including the protests that erupted in the Twin Cities following the 2020 murder of George Floyd. Her professionalism and the trust she has built with community members have enabled her to deliver on-the-ground reporting that Minnesotans can’t find elsewhere.
The First Amendment protects the press and enables journalists to collect, publish, and disseminate information free from persecution. The arrests of Georgia Fort and reporter Don Lemon appear to be nothing short of retaliation by those who wish to erode the bedrock of Constitutional freedoms on which America was founded.
We stand with Georgia, Don and the American public, who deserve access to information unimpeded.
- The board of NABJ-MN
NABJ-MN chapter Co-President Sheree Curry will represent the chapter at an 11 a.m. press conference in support of Georgia Fort at the Minneapolis Federal Courthouse.
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NABJ-MN and the Center for Broadcast Journalism Announcement
NABJ-MN and the CBJ Announce Partnership Supporting Emerging Black Journalists
MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, Dec. 1, 2025 — The National Association of Black Journalists – Minnesota (NABJ-MN) is proud to announce a new partnership with the Center for Broadcast Journalism and Power 104.7 FM to expand opportunities for aspiring journalists in our community.
Through a $5,000 sponsorship, Power 104.7 and the Center for Broadcast Journalism will support the NABJ-MN Convention Scholarship, helping Minnesota-based student journalists attend the 2026 National Association of Black Journalists Convention and Career Fair in Atlanta, Georgia, and the 2027 convention in Houston, Texas.
In addition to scholarship funding, NABJ-MN and the Center for Broadcast Journalism will collaborate on limited volunteer and educational programming, including opportunities for NABJ-MN members to share professional insights through the Power 104.7 Media Lab, which trains teens and young adults in media and journalism skills, as well as programming opportunities with Power 104.7.
This partnership comes at a time when representation in newsrooms remains disproportionately low, and young journalists of color often face unique barriers when entering the field. NABJ-MN and CBJ are committed to reducing those barriers through mentorship, financial support, and community-centered media training. Both organizations are committed to diversifying and enhancing representation in the news media.
“We’re excited to join forces with NABJ-MN to expand journalism training and opportunities for Minnesota youth,” said Harry Colbert Jr., the newly appointed vice president, programming and editorial at the Center for Broadcast Journalism. “Together, we’re strengthening the pipeline of skilled, diverse voices in news and media by providing real-world experience, direct exposure to working journalists, and hands-on training in reporting, editing, audio, video, and digital storytelling.”
“This partnership reflects our shared commitment to investing in the next generation of Black journalists and storytellers,” said Sheree Curry, who is co-president of NABJ-MN with Meghann Oglesby. “We’re grateful to Power 104.7 and the Center for Broadcast Journalism for their leadership and collaboration in supporting young media talent across Minnesota. Supporting Black journalists is essential to strengthening trust, accuracy, and accountability in local news.”
NABJ-MN is the Minnesota chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The 40th anniversary celebrations were held in Minneapolis in 2015. Learn more at nabjmn.org.
The Center for Broadcast Journalism is led by its co-founder, award-winning journalist, Georgia Fort. Learn more at centerforbroadcastjournalism.org.
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