advocatING for
Black journalists
SINCE 1973

The Pittsburgh Black Media Federation is an organization of journalists, communications specialists and students committed to serving the Pittsburgh and Allegheny County region.


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By Tafarah Cherilus April 24, 2025
PBMF’S MCKENZIE FELLOWSHIP SUPPORTS HARRELL’S DREAM By Tafarah Cherilus
April 1, 2025
The Pittsburgh Black Media Federation is excited to host its upcoming 36th celebration of the Robert L. Vann Media Awards.
By Tafarah Cherilus March 8, 2025
Interns will gain experience needed for their future career goals in public relations, media production and editing. 
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ROBERT L. VANN MEDIA AWARDS DINNER

The Robert L. Vann regional awards competition, sponsored by the Pittsburgh Black Media Federation, recognizes excellence in coverage of the African American and African diaspora communities.

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FRANK BOLDEN URBAN MULTIMEDIA

WORKSHOP

The Frank Bolden Urban Multimedia Workshop was created in 1983 to introduce young people to journalism and inspire talented participants to consider careers in the field. 

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