The Black Press of America is more relevant than ever
NNPA is a trade association of the more than 200 African American-owned community newspapers from around the United States. Since its founding 75 years ago, NNPA has consistently been the voice of the black community.
Credo of the Black Press
The Black Press believes that America can best lead the world away from racial and national antagonisms when it accords to every person, regardless of race, color or creed, full human and legal rights. Hating no person, the Black Press strives to help every person in the firm belief that all are hurt as long as anyone is held back.
Become a Member of NNPA
The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) is committed to providing its members with valuable information, opportunities, and services. We recognize that communication amongst our publishers is a key tool to improving the industry.
2025 -2027 National Newspaper Publishers Association Board of Directors
Rev. Dr. John Warren, Chair
Publisher, San Diego Voice & Viewpoint
Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper, 1st Vice Chair
Publisher, Afro American Newspapers
Ms. Jackie Hampton, 2nd Vice Chair
Publisher, The Mississippi Link
Ms. Paris Brown, Secretary
Publisher, The Baltimore Times and The Annapolis Times
Ms. Cheryl Smith, Treasurer
Publisher, Texas Metro News, Garland Journal, an I-Messenger
Mr. Calvin Anderson, At-Large Member
Mr. Pluria Marshall, At-Large Member
Rev. Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., President and CEO
Jayme Cain Casimere,
Publisher, The Times Weekly
Rod Doss,
Publisher, The New Pittsburgh Courier
Dale Edwards,
Publisher, Call & Post
Sonceria (Sonny) Messiah Jiles CEO, Houston Defender Network
Afrique Kilimanjaro
Publisher, Carolina Peacemaker
Larry Lee
Publisher, Sacramento Observer
David Miller,
Publisher, Our Weekly
Terri Sanders,
Publisher, Omaha Star
Ashley Smith,
Co-Publisher, NY Beacon
William Smothers,
Publisher, Speaking Out News
Advertise With Our Member Publishers.
We assist our advertisers with the planning & implementation of any marketing campaign targeting our readership and the African American Community. Utilizing NNPA Media Services is an efficient and effective way to reach a diversified target audience with customized advertising packages.
NNPA Media Services is the gateway to nearly 230 regional and local newspapers with more than 22+ million readers per week.
The buying power of the African American community is $1.3 trillion, according to Nielsen Media Research and NNPA research services.
National Aggregation of NNPA African American (AA) Readers
- African American
- Median Age: 25-35 years
- % Married: 40%
- Median Income: $35,500.00 to $45,000.00
- Total 2024 Audience: 22+ million per week
Americans from all backgrounds seek news from the Black perspective
As the largest and most influential Black-owned media resource in America, NNPA delivers news, information, and commentary to over 22 million people each week.
