Military Veterans in Journalism
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MVJ is a professional association building community for vets, supporting their career growth & advocating for diversifying newsrooms through hiring more vets.
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Happy Veterans Day from MVJ!
MVJ is deeply grateful to our community of veterans for your profound impact & for your continued support of MVJ, military veterans, & our shared mission. We're making a difference in newsrooms across the nation together.
MVJ is deeply grateful to our community of veterans for your profound impact & for your continued support of MVJ, military veterans, & our shared mission. We're making a difference in newsrooms across the nation together.
REMINDER: RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! Join us TOMORROW at 11:30AM ET, members will learn from Joe Diorio on Building Your Journalism Toolkit: Mastering Style Guides and Self-Taught Skills. ⤵️
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December 8, 2025 at 9:30 PM
REMINDER: RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! Join us TOMORROW at 11:30AM ET, members will learn from Joe Diorio on Building Your Journalism Toolkit: Mastering Style Guides and Self-Taught Skills. ⤵️
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MVJ is in a new partnership with Resolve Philly and the Wyncote Foundation to launch a new fellowship designed to employ a veteran as a journalist in Resolve Philly’s Germantown Info Hub newsroom team. DEADLINE is Dec. 14th at 11:59PM ET. ⤵️
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December 8, 2025 at 9:26 PM
MVJ is in a new partnership with Resolve Philly and the Wyncote Foundation to launch a new fellowship designed to employ a veteran as a journalist in Resolve Philly’s Germantown Info Hub newsroom team. DEADLINE is Dec. 14th at 11:59PM ET. ⤵️
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Congratulations to MVJ members Patricia Kime and Ilie Mitaru on being awarded the National Press Foundation’s 2025 Wounded Warrior Project® Awards for Coverage of Veterans in the small and large news organization categories. Read more here ⤵️
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Wounded Warrior Project® Award for Excellence in Coverage of Veterans - National Press Foundation
NPF's Wounded Warrior Project Awards for Excellence in Coverage of Veterans elevate the discourse around veterans’ affairs in the media.
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December 5, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Congratulations to MVJ members Patricia Kime and Ilie Mitaru on being awarded the National Press Foundation’s 2025 Wounded Warrior Project® Awards for Coverage of Veterans in the small and large news organization categories. Read more here ⤵️
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MVJ Members: RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! On Dec. 9th at 11:30AM ET, members will learn from Joe Diorio on Building Your Journalism Toolkit: Mastering Style Guides and Self-Taught Skills. ⤵️
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December 4, 2025 at 9:27 PM
MVJ Members: RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! On Dec. 9th at 11:30AM ET, members will learn from Joe Diorio on Building Your Journalism Toolkit: Mastering Style Guides and Self-Taught Skills. ⤵️
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MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Alex Horton and Ellen Nakashima report on Hegseth order on first Caribbean boat strike for The Boston Globe. Read more here ⤵️
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Hegseth order on first Caribbean boat strike: ‘Kill them all,’ officials say - The Boston Globe
“The order was to kill everybody,” one of them said.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:42 AM
MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Alex Horton and Ellen Nakashima report on Hegseth order on first Caribbean boat strike for The Boston Globe. Read more here ⤵️
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MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Patricia Kime reports on submarine vets seek recognition, benefits for environmental exposure for Military Times. Read more details here ⤵️
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Submarine vets seek recognition, benefits for environmental exposure
A group representing the U.S. Navy’s “Silent Service” is pressing for new research on environmental hazards in submarines.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:29 AM
MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Patricia Kime reports on submarine vets seek recognition, benefits for environmental exposure for Military Times. Read more details here ⤵️
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PODCAST DROP! On this episode of the Sword and Pen, join host Devon Lancia and guest Anthony Dyer as the two discuss long-form writing, memoir composition, and how writing as a medium can help veterans heal. Listen here to hear more. ⤵️
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December 2, 2025 at 10:45 PM
PODCAST DROP! On this episode of the Sword and Pen, join host Devon Lancia and guest Anthony Dyer as the two discuss long-form writing, memoir composition, and how writing as a medium can help veterans heal. Listen here to hear more. ⤵️
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This #GivingTuesday, join MVJ to make a difference in America's news media with more diverse voices. Help us support and provide opportunities for military #veterans and #milspouses in journalism by donating today! ⤵️
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December 2, 2025 at 10:38 PM
This #GivingTuesday, join MVJ to make a difference in America's news media with more diverse voices. Help us support and provide opportunities for military #veterans and #milspouses in journalism by donating today! ⤵️
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May everyone have a Happy Thanksgiving and wonderful weekend from the MVJ Team. We give thanks for all those who support us and the work we do!
November 27, 2025 at 10:00 PM
May everyone have a Happy Thanksgiving and wonderful weekend from the MVJ Team. We give thanks for all those who support us and the work we do!
MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Brianna Keilar, Isabelle Khurshudyan, and Haley Britzky report on what led the Army to investigate gynecologist described in lawsuit as a ‘predator in uniform’ for CNN. Read the exclusive here ⤵️
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Exclusive: What led the Army to investigate gynecologist described in lawsuit as a ‘predator in uniform’ | CNN Politics
Last month, military officials in Texas suspended Dr. Blaine McGraw, an Army major and gynecologist at Fort Hood, who is now accused in a civil lawsuit of repeatedly groping a female patient and secre...
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November 21, 2025 at 9:27 PM
MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Brianna Keilar, Isabelle Khurshudyan, and Haley Britzky report on what led the Army to investigate gynecologist described in lawsuit as a ‘predator in uniform’ for CNN. Read the exclusive here ⤵️
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OPPORTUNITY: Early bird registration is now open for the IIJ’s 2026 Freelance Conference on March 5 and 6! For only $49, take advantage of sessions on AI, fellowships, newsletters, and more! Plus, participate in the first-ever Pitch Fest! Register now: theiij.com/sessions-26
November 20, 2025 at 10:12 PM
OPPORTUNITY: Early bird registration is now open for the IIJ’s 2026 Freelance Conference on March 5 and 6! For only $49, take advantage of sessions on AI, fellowships, newsletters, and more! Plus, participate in the first-ever Pitch Fest! Register now: theiij.com/sessions-26
Don't miss out on the latest MVJ opportunities - sign up for email updates to keep up with our programs and announcements! Join the email list today ⤵️
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November 19, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Don't miss out on the latest MVJ opportunities - sign up for email updates to keep up with our programs and announcements! Join the email list today ⤵️
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Join us on Thursday, November 20th at 6:30PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour on Zoom! These meetings are the perfect opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️
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November 17, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Join us on Thursday, November 20th at 6:30PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour on Zoom! These meetings are the perfect opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️
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Join us on Wednesday, November 19th at 6:00PM ET for the next session in the Disability Narrative Webinar Series! Journalist and disability advocate John Loeppky will enlighten us on the topic of Leveling the Field: Coverage of Parasport. RSVP today! ⤵️
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November 17, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Join us on Wednesday, November 19th at 6:00PM ET for the next session in the Disability Narrative Webinar Series! Journalist and disability advocate John Loeppky will enlighten us on the topic of Leveling the Field: Coverage of Parasport. RSVP today! ⤵️
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MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Ken Fountain reports on the African American Heritage Monument being unveiled in Kendleton for the Fort Bend Star. Read more here ⤵️
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Remembering history: African American Heritage Monument unveiled in Kendleton (w/photos)
The sky was bright with a scattering of clouds on Saturday morning as hundreds of people gathered at Bates M. Allen Park in Kendleton to celebrate the dedication of the
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November 14, 2025 at 10:37 PM
MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Ken Fountain reports on the African American Heritage Monument being unveiled in Kendleton for the Fort Bend Star. Read more here ⤵️
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MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Sara Samora reports on Machinists ratify Boeing’s fifth contract proposal, ending strike at fighter jet plants for Manufacturing Dive. Read more here ⤵️
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Machinists ratify Boeing’s fifth contract proposal, ending strike at fighter jet plants
Had the IAM District 837-represented workers chosen to reject the offer, the company could not guarantee employees would not be displaced, said Steve Parker, the plane manufacturer’s defense, space an...
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November 14, 2025 at 10:24 PM
MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Sara Samora reports on Machinists ratify Boeing’s fifth contract proposal, ending strike at fighter jet plants for Manufacturing Dive. Read more here ⤵️
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REMINDER: RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! Join us TOMORROW at 6:00PM ET, members will learn from veteran and author Bart Womack as he brings his knowledge on telling trauma stories with trust and sensitivity. ⤵️
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November 12, 2025 at 9:42 PM
REMINDER: RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! Join us TOMORROW at 6:00PM ET, members will learn from veteran and author Bart Womack as he brings his knowledge on telling trauma stories with trust and sensitivity. ⤵️
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MVJ SPOTLIGHT: Kenzie Chase and MVJ member Liberty Simmons report on a cold case solved in Prince George's County for DC News Now. Click here for more details about the case ⤵️
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Killer identified in 1998 murder, rape of woman at Prince George’s County hospital, police say
Who did it? While questions still linger surrounding the murder of a 50-year-old woman, who was killed in 1998 at Prince George’s Hospital Center, the biggest one has been answered.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:47 PM
MVJ SPOTLIGHT: Kenzie Chase and MVJ member Liberty Simmons report on a cold case solved in Prince George's County for DC News Now. Click here for more details about the case ⤵️
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A new Gallup-With Honor poll shows that 83% of Americans believe veterans exhibit strong leadership skills and can be trusted. Check out this Forbes piece by Karlyn Bowman to see the results and learn more ⤵️
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Is Trump Undermining the Military’s Standing? A Poll Review
The military is the top or one of the most popular of all central institutions. Are Donald Trump’s actions affecting its standing?
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November 11, 2025 at 6:04 PM
A new Gallup-With Honor poll shows that 83% of Americans believe veterans exhibit strong leadership skills and can be trusted. Check out this Forbes piece by Karlyn Bowman to see the results and learn more ⤵️
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Happy Veterans Day from MVJ!
MVJ is deeply grateful to our community of veterans for your profound impact & for your continued support of MVJ, military veterans, & our shared mission. We're making a difference in newsrooms across the nation together.
MVJ is deeply grateful to our community of veterans for your profound impact & for your continued support of MVJ, military veterans, & our shared mission. We're making a difference in newsrooms across the nation together.
November 11, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Happy Veterans Day from MVJ!
MVJ is deeply grateful to our community of veterans for your profound impact & for your continued support of MVJ, military veterans, & our shared mission. We're making a difference in newsrooms across the nation together.
MVJ is deeply grateful to our community of veterans for your profound impact & for your continued support of MVJ, military veterans, & our shared mission. We're making a difference in newsrooms across the nation together.
RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! Join us on Nov. 13th at 6:00PM ET, members will learn from veteran and author Bart Womack as he brings his knowledge on telling trauma stories with trust and sensitivity. ⤵️
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November 6, 2025 at 10:31 PM
RSVP today for the next session in MVJ's 2025 Journalist Development Series! Join us on Nov. 13th at 6:00PM ET, members will learn from veteran and author Bart Womack as he brings his knowledge on telling trauma stories with trust and sensitivity. ⤵️
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Check out this article from Sean Kelly of the Disabled Journalists Association on Sae Joon Park, an immigrant and a disabled and Purple Heart veteran of the US Army, and his dealings with the immigration system - including being made to self-deport. Read more here ⤵️
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He Won a Purple Heart, Came Back with PTSD — Then Trump Deported Him - Disabled Journalists Association
After self-deporting, Park says his current existence in Korea is challenging. His military service-related PTSD is worse than ever, he says
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November 6, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Check out this article from Sean Kelly of the Disabled Journalists Association on Sae Joon Park, an immigrant and a disabled and Purple Heart veteran of the US Army, and his dealings with the immigration system - including being made to self-deport. Read more here ⤵️
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MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Christian Garzone reports that with SNAP benefits halted, Rochester food pantry has record-setting day for ABC 13 WHAM. Read more ⤵️
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With SNAP benefits halted, Rochester food pantry has record-setting day
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — The line to get into St. Andrew’s Food Cupboard on Portland Avenue was outside and around the corner Tuesday.
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November 5, 2025 at 10:11 PM
MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Christian Garzone reports that with SNAP benefits halted, Rochester food pantry has record-setting day for ABC 13 WHAM. Read more ⤵️
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Our friends at @Milreporters have a conference coming up on Friday, Nov. 7 at Medill in the WaPo building in downtown DC. This is great networking opportunity! Read more details here ⤵️
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2025 MRE Conference Agenda - Military Reporters and Editors
Military Reporters & Editors announces its 2025 MRE Conference Agenda to be held Friday, Nov. 7 for journalists covering the military.
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November 4, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Our friends at @Milreporters have a conference coming up on Friday, Nov. 7 at Medill in the WaPo building in downtown DC. This is great networking opportunity! Read more details here ⤵️
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MVJ SPOTLIGHT: Mary Ilyushina and MVJ member Alex Horton report on what we know about the Poseidon, Russia's new super torpedo for The Washington Post. Read more details here ⤵️
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What we know about the Poseidon, Russia’s new super torpedo
Poseidon is part of Russia’s line up of “super weapons” meant to gain military parity with the West and it can supposedly drown coastal cities.
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November 3, 2025 at 10:35 PM
MVJ SPOTLIGHT: Mary Ilyushina and MVJ member Alex Horton report on what we know about the Poseidon, Russia's new super torpedo for The Washington Post. Read more details here ⤵️
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