Journalism is demanding and Latino journalists face even greater pressure. NAHJ's new initiative puts member well-being first, promoting physical and mental health to build resilience and sustain careers.

Through this initiative, NAHJ will offer a variety of resources, events, and tools to address key areas of health + wellness for journalists, such as:

Mental Health & Resilience
Digital Safety & Security
Legal Resources
Local Physical Activities
Nutrition, Food & Culture
Mindfulness & Meditation
Financial Freedom

Objectives

Prioritize physical and mental well-being of Latino journalists
Empower members with self-care tools and resources
Foster sustainability and resilience in journalism careers

Vision and Programming

At the heart of NAHJ Cares is a vision to empower Latino journalists to prioritize their well-being -physically, mentally, and emotionally while building a culture of collective care within our community. To achieve this, programming initiatives will include:

Webinars on Mental Health
Community Wellness Challenges
Discount Partnerships
palabra Platform Stories
Access to Resource Guides and Toolkits

Programming will continue to expand at the NAHJ 2025 Conference & Expo in Chicago (July 9-12), including morning group exercise, panel discussions, and cultural presentations. Learn More

NAHJ Cares

By National Association of Hispanic Journalists, NAHJ

NAHJ Cares

A Health & Wellness Initiative