San Diego Association of Black Journalists

Denise T. Ward is a director of media relations at the University of San Diego. In this position, she is responsible for media initiatives for the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies, School of Leadership and Education Sciences, and the social sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences. Ward and her family recently [...]

Khari Johnson is a writer, photographer and multimedia/video producer doing freelance work for individuals, publications, organizations and businesses in San Diego County. In the past he has worked for the Tribune Company, Time Inc., Copley Press and others and has reported stories from around the country and world but his beginnings in journalism and encouragement [...]

> Nadége M. Dougé has worked at the San Diego County Office of Education as a Communications Assistant since January 2006. She joined SDABJ in 2007, and has served as the organization’s community liaison since 2009, receivin the 2009 SDABJ Member of the Year Award. Nadége is a graduate of California State University San Bernardino [...]

Maria Hunt is a food writer and restaurant critic at the San Diego Union-Tribune, a position she has held for the past four years. Originally from Chicago, she gained an appreciation for good eating from her family, which is full of professional and hobbyist cooks. Her travels to Europe, the Caribbean and Mexico have fostered [...]

Debra is currently a real estate sales professional working with local developer Reese A. Jarrett of Carter Reese & Associates.  Current volunteer projects include Urban League of San Diego County Board of Directors, The Grandparent’s Connection and The Catfish Club.  Through years of volunteerism, Stephens worked with many organizations whose mission is to improve the [...]

Nicknamed “The Etiquette Lady,” Lifestyle & Etiquette expert Elaine Swann delivers up-to-date advice through regular appearances as a special correspondent on various television and news programs. You can explore free tips and etiquette advice at her website elaineswann.com With a vast knowledge of the etiquette trade and more than a decade of experience, Elaine has [...]