Founded in 1981, the American Journalism Historians Association (AJHA) seeks to advance education and research in mass communication history.
Through its annual meeting, regional conferences, committees, awards, speakers and publications, members work to raise historical standards and ensure that all scholars and students recognize the vast importance of media history and apply this knowledge to the advancement of society.
Throughout the meeting, scholars present peer-reviewed research, participate in topical panel discussions and generate ideas for articles and books.
Some of its actions include: The AJHA Speakers Bureau features members who share their expertise and knowledge with the media and local and national organizations.
The diversity of the organization's membership enables its bureau to provide a wealth of educational resources on a wide variety of topics related to mass communication history.