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.
Heaven Douglas
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...
Chartering a New Course for New Orleans?

Chartering a New Course for New Orleans?

By Heaven Douglas and JeBari Lewis JSHOP Staff Writers In a city that seems very volatile at times, there is one hot-button issue that causes blood to boil and shouts of “The boards don’t work” and “Where have you been?” and that is Education. How to properly educate the youth and whether education is improving...