NABJ Calls for ‘Immediate’ Culture Change at Black News Channel After Gender Discrimination Lawsuit

The network was sued by 13 women claiming unfair pay and a sexist, misogynistic workplace culture

Black News Channel anchors Mike Hill and Sharon Reed are shown with CEO Princell Hair. (Courtesy BNC)
Black News Channel anchors Mike Hill and Sharon Reed are shown with CEO Princell Hair. (Courtesy BNC)

The National Association of Black Journalists is putting pressure on the Black News Channel after the network was sued by former and current female employees for gender discrimination. The allegations point to a sexist workplace where female employees made less than their male counterparts.

In a statement on Monday, the NABJ said BNC has agreed to meet with its board. The association said it hopes the network will take immediate steps to “remedy any disparities” at the news organization.

“The National Association of Black Journalists is disgusted by the allegations of harassment, gender discrimination, and gender-based pay disparities detailed in a lawsuit filed by former employees of the Black News Channel (BNC).

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