Anchor Joie Chen and Atlanta Journal Constitution business writer Bob Luke are two of the original founders of the Atlanta Chapter which was established in August 1994. They rounded up local Asian American journalists to support the national AAJA which now has 17 chapters, including one in Hong Kong. Since the Atlanta chapter was first established, the group has sponsored journalism workshops for area college students, held diversity forums with other journalist groups, initiated scholarships and participated in various events in an effort to create awareness about Asian Americans and their role in the media.
Members are from all different media backgrounds - television, print, radio and new media.
We are dedicated to encouraging fair and accurate coverage of Asian Americans, inspiring young Asian Americans to enter journalism, and helping members acquire new skills to become better reporters.