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Getting Known: A Freelancers' Workshop on Branding and Websites
Freelance writers need to be known. In today’s world, branding and websites are essential. Accordingly, the National Press Club’s Freelance Committee will host a workshop on these two essentials for independent writers and editors. The workshop will consist of two panels: 1 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.: Branding and Marketing Panelists will be Beth Lawton and Ray Sidney-Smith, both extensively versed in helping individuals and small businesses spread word of their services. Lawton is founder of Canoe Media Services, a company focused on helping small businesses, entrepreneurs and non-profits with social…
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Timothy Gay "Assignment to Hell"
A panel of journalists and authors will discuss the book, Assignment to Hell: The War Against Nazi Germany with Correspondents Walter Cronkite, Andy Rooney, A.J. Liebling, Homer Bigart, and Hal Boyle. Reservations are required for this event and may be made at [email protected] or by calling 202-662-7523. This event is free for NPC members, $5.00 for all non-members. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. Proceeds benefit the National Press Club Journalism Institute. No outside books will be permitted. Panelists include: Timothy Gay, author, Assignment to Hell Walter (…
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Dr. Salima Ikram
The Head of the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology and Egyptology The American University at Cairo (AUC), DR. SALIMA IKRAM, will discussEGYPTOLOGY IN THE CONTEMPORARY WORLD: WHAT ANCIENT REMAINS OFFER TO MODERN SCIENCE and THE STATE OF ANTIQUITIES IN POST-REVOLUTIONARY EGYPT Dr. Ikram recently made news for her role in the discovery of prostate cancer in a 2200-year-old Egyptian mummy, which suggested the genetic origins of the disease. Contacts:National Press Club: PETER HICKMAN301/530-1210 (H&O/T&F), 301/367-7711 (C), 202/662-7540 (NPC), [email protected].…
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Dr. Mohammad Nakibur Rahman and Attorney Toby Cadman
Dr. Mohammad Nakibur Rahman, son of Bangladesh opposition leader Motiur Rahman Vizami, and international war crimes attorney Toby Cadman will discuss questions concerning the current international crimes tribunal in Bangladesh against political leaders alleged involvement in war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide since 1971.
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D.C. Open Government Summit
The National Press Club's Freedom of the Press Committee and the D.C. Open Government Coalition will present the "D.C. Open Government Summit,” a discussion of the state of government transparency in the District, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Conference Rooms. The event will feature speakers from the D.C. government and members of the news media who use open government laws to cover them. A reception follows. The D.C. Open Government Coalition works to enhance the public’s access to government information and ensure transparency in the D.C. government. The forum is open to all free of charge,…
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Sunshine Week Networking
The National Press Club will join the Sunlight Foundation and open government advocates for a Sunshine Week event on Wednesday, March 14th from 6-8pm. Come join the National Press Club, Openthegovernment.org, Online News Association, ASNE, POPVOX, ProPublica, Public Campaign, Public Citizen, Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, Sunlight Foundation and United Republic to discuss issues surrounding transparency in government and find out the latest from those working on and committed to open government. This is a free event but registration is required. There will be a cash bar.
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Getting the Story: Sara Ganim of the Harrisburg Patriot-News on Covering the Penn State Story
Getting the Story: Sara Ganim of the Harrisburg Patriot-News on Covering the Penn State Story – Feb. 14, 9:30 – 11 a.m. in the Conference Rooms Join us for a one-on-one conversation with Sara Ganim, whose reporting for the Harrisburg Patriot-News uncovered the allegations of child-abuse against former longtime Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky. Rick Dunham, president of the NPC Journalism Institute and Washington Bureau Chief of the Houston Chronicle will lead the discussion. Reserve at [email protected]
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America's New Focus on Asia: A Conversation with CSIS Scholars on Regional Security Issues
America's focus on Asian security to be examined at Feb. 13 Newsmaker The Newsmakers and International Correspondents committees have teamed up to co-sponsor a panel discussion at noon Monday, Feb. 13, on "America's New Focus on Asia: A Conversation with CSIS Scholars on Regional Security Issues." The event in the Murrow Room will feature three scholars on the Asian region from the Center for Strategic and International Studies who will discuss a wide range of timely issues including nuclear deterrence, balance of power, climate change and disaster response, with emphasis on China, India…
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10 Tech Trends for Q1
Learn about the most interesting emerging technologies coming to market in the next few months that stand to impact your work. This invigorating session will showcase ten tech trends that you need to know now. We’ll explain what they are in plain English, why they matter to you and how you can leverage them to energize your work. We’ll bring lots of show and tell items and gadgets, and you’ll receive betas and trial versions to use on your own. To reserve: http://webbmediagroup.com/training-10-tech-trends-for-q1 Instructor: Amy Webbhttp://webbmediagroup.com/amy-webb
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Photography & Freedom of the Press Committees Event - Mickey Osterreicher
The Ongoing Assault on the Right to Photograph/Record in Public There has always been tension between the press and government regarding news coverage of matters of public interest. Unfortunately since 9/11 the “War on Terrorism” has somehow morphed into the “War on Photography.” Visual journalists and citizens taking photographs or recording video in public places have been experiencing extraordinary interference nationwide from security personnel and law enforcement officials at all levels of government. This infringement upon protected First Amendment activities is often based on…
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