The Native American Journalists Association is holding its 21st annual convention in Lincoln, Nebraska, from August 11-14.

The theme of the conference is "A Free Press; A Free People." Native journalists, tribal leaders and other attendees will discuss freedom of the press in Indian Country.

According to the First Amendment Center, Native journalists and Native media face problems when they cover the reservation. Since many media outlets are tribal owned, politics can sometimes be injected into the process. But independent Native publishers and mainstream outlets say they are sometimes hampered by tribal government.

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Native American press freedom: a developing story (The First Amendment Center 8/8)

Relevant Links:
Native American Journalists Association - http://www.naja.com