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The Association of Women in Business Journalism Inc

Brooklyn, NY · EIN 332548425 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · Micro (<$100K) · theawbj.org
revenue
$2K
expenses
$2K
net assets
$500
employees
mission · from form 990

The name of the organization is The Association of Women in Business Journalism Inc. The Association of Women in Business Journalism Inc. has not been formed for the making of any profit, or personal financial gain. The assets and income of The Association of Women in Business Journalism Inc. shall not be distributable to, or benefit the trustees, Directors, or Officers or other individuals. The assets and income shall only be used to promote corporate purposes as described below. Nothing contained herein, however, shall be deemed to prohibit the payment of reasonable compensation to employees and independent contractors for services provided for the benefit of The Association of Women in Business Journalism Inc. The Association of Women in Business Journalism Inc. shall not carry on any other activities not permitted to be carried on by an organization exempt from federal income tax. The Association of Women in Business Journalism Inc. shall not endorse, contribute to, work for, or

profile · synthesized from sources

The Association of Women in Business Journalism (AWBJ) is a New York-based nonprofit supporting non-male journalists in business and finance reporting. It fosters community through mentorship, networking events, and professional development initiatives. The organization promotes inclusivity for trans and gender-nonconforming individuals and operates primarily in New York and London, with plans to expand based on member concentration.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Mentorship Scheme
Year-long mentorship program pairing junior journalists with experienced professionals for quarterly meetings and career development
Newsroom Sponsorship
Program offering tiered sponsorship levels (bronze, silver, gold) for news organizations to provide memberships and training to staff
Regular Membership
Membership for non-male journalists covering business, finance, or related fields, offering community access and professional support
Supporting Membership
Membership for individuals who support the mission but are not eligible for regular membership, including cisgender men and non-journalists
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Membership & Sponsorship Development 1 activity
    • Membership expansion and access initiatives
      Conducts free membership drives and offers one year of free membership to expand access for non-male journalists globally, supporting inclusive participation in the organization’s programs and community.
  • Women's Leadership & Career Advancement Networks 1 activity
    • Mentorship program for non-male business journalists
      Runs a year-long mentorship program that pairs early-career non-male journalists with senior journalists in business and finance, offering professional development through quarterly in-person or virtual meetings. The program supports mentees globally and is a core component of the organization's capacity-building efforts.
  • Professional Networking Events 1 activity
    • Networking and community events for non-male journalists
      Hosts in-person and virtual events, including meetings, town halls, and networking sessions, primarily in New York City and London, to connect non-male journalists covering business and finance. Events focus on community building, journalist safety, mentorship, and ethical practices.
  • Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
    • Newsroom training programs
      Provides training programs for newsroom sponsors at the Gold level, focusing on journalist safety and sensitivity in reporting, as part of its professional development and capacity-building offerings.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$2K
Contributions & grants$2K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$2K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$500
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$500
1 years on record · 2025–2025
relationships · 25

Who they work with

  • 9fin Network — Member organization of The Association of Women in Business Journalism Inc
  • Bloomberg Network — Member organization of The Association of Women in Business Journalism Inc
  • Bloomberg Partner — Hosted a keynote speaker from Bloomberg at the organization's first anniversary event.
  • Givebutter Partner — Uses Givebutter as a platform for members to pay dues.
  • Isabel O'Brien Partner — Attended the AWBJ's April 2025 meetup in New York
  • Jessica Hamlin Partner — Attended the AWBJ's April 2025 meetup in New York
  • Jessica Hamlin Partner — Co-founder and key organizer in launching the Association of Women in Business Journalism.
  • Larisa Maruya Partner — Attended the AWBJ's April 2025 meetup in New York
  • Lisa Fu Partner — Attended the AWBJ's April 2025 meetup in New York
  • Not specified Partner — No named organizational partners identified in the source.
  • Olivia Fishlow Partner — Attended the AWBJ's April 2025 meetup in New York
  • PEI Network — Member organization of The Association of Women in Business Journalism Inc
  • PitchBook Network — Member organization of The Association of Women in Business Journalism Inc
  • Pitchbook News Partner — Jessica Hamlin, Treasurer of AWBJ, serves as senior columnist.
  • Portco News Partner — Isabel O'Brien, Co-Founder & President of AWBJ, serves as editor-in-chief.
  • Rosie Bradbury Partner — Attended the AWBJ's April 2025 meetup in New York
  • Sabela Ojea Partner — Attended the AWBJ's April 2025 meetup in New York
  • Sabrina Escobar Partner — Attended the AWBJ's April 2025 meetup in New York
  • Snehal Shah Partner — Attended the AWBJ's April 2025 meetup in New York
  • Snehal Shah Partner — Co-founder and key organizer in launching the Association of Women in Business Journalism.
  • The New Venturers Partner — Snehal Shah, Co-Founder & Secretary of AWBJ, serves as chief reporter.
  • The New York Times Network — Member organization of The Association of Women in Business Journalism Inc
  • The Wall Street Journal Network — Member organization of The Association of Women in Business Journalism Inc
  • Victoria Zhuang Partner — Attended the AWBJ's April 2025 meetup in New York
  • hello@theawbj.org Partner — Primary contact email for membership inquiries and sponsorship coordination
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

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