The NABJ JSHOP is an opportunity for high school students all over the country to experience a hands-on journalism workshop in conjunction with the NABJ national conference.
Amanda Addison
Profile: Heaven Douglass

Profile: Heaven Douglass

By Amanda Addison Heaven Douglas sat in the dull, dimly lit hallway at Xavier University, preparing to give a reporter some insight on future and present day plans. Heaven was born on Feb. 11, 1996. She now lives in Mid-City, Esplanade Ridge and attends Benjamin Franklin High School. She formerly attended Lusher High School. She...
Profile: Amanda Addison

Profile: Amanda Addison

By Heaven Douglas June 20, 2012 Youth Acting On Hopes and Dreams An only child who looks forward to her future, Amanda Addison recently participated a journalism workshop for high school students hosted by the National Association of Black Journalists. It was held at Xavier University. The 15-year-old dancer, model and future news anchor, who...
The Katrina Tragedy Experience

The Katrina Tragedy Experience

By Amanda Addison My family and I evacuated to Houston, Texas to escape Hurricane Katrina. I attended Pine Forest Elementary. I remember that my uncle did not evacuate because he was convinced that it was just a thunderstorm that would pass over in no time. I had horrible day dreams and night dreams about drowning...