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Ahead of US-Africa Summit: A Conversation on Press Freedom on the African Continent
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African journalists and media experts will discuss the current state of press freedom in Africa at a virtual event at 12 noon on Tuesday, Dec. 6. Click here to Register. The program will take place a week before the Biden administration hosts the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, which will draw leaders from across the African continent to Washington. The panelists will discuss the challenges facing independent journalists in Africa and what can be done to support their work. This free event is hosted by the Club’s International Correspondents Committee. The one-hour discussion will be moderated by…
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Special Film Screening 752 IS NOT A NUMBER with In-Person Q&A
Join us on Monday, November 21 for a special screening of 752 IS NOT A NUMBER. The event will start at 6pm. Screening is open to all but registration is required. Guests: Babak Payami, Film Director Hamed Esmaeilion, Spokesperson, Association of Families of Flight PS752 Victims “A portrait of heroism, determination, and unfathomable grief, 752 Is Not A Number is a powerful and deeply personal account from award-winning veteran director Babak Payami.” - Steve Gravestock, TIFF “The clandestine nature of the production, moreover, evokes the furtive nature of Esmaeilion’s quest. With…
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Vivian Awards
National Press Club President Jen Judson will recognize journalist and communicator members for outstanding service to the Club at the Vivian Awards ceremony on Wednesday, December 14 at 6:00 p.m. The presentation will take place at the National Press Club in the First Amendment Lounge and is open to those Club members who are actively involved with one of the Club's 14 teams. "The Vivians" are named after former club president Vivian Vahlberg and honor the Club's top volunteers.
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22nd Annual Members' Photography Exhibit Opening Reception
The National Press Club 22nd Annual Members' Photography Exhibit Opening Reception is Thursday, September 9, at 6:00 PM in the First Amendment Lounge at the National Press Club. Join fellow Club members as we tell our stories with creative minds, eyes, and lenses. Registration is no cost to members. Reserve your ticket here. Individuals attending must show proof of vaccination or a recent negative COVID test upon entering the Club. Proof of vaccination can be uploaded in advance at www.press.org/vaxpass. If you are a NPC member who has already taken this step you do not need to submit again…
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Run For Austin Virtual 5K
Sign up today to #RunForAustin, a virtual 5K race on Saturday, November 13, 2021. REGISTER TO RACE HERE. Lace up with us and hit the road, trail or track for this Virtual 5K run/walk anytime on race day to raise awareness and show public support for journalist Austin Tice. Tell us you’ve registered and tag us as you train by connecting with us @PressClubDC on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Use the hashtag #RunForAustin. Share your results on race day as you proudly wear your virtual race bib available to download and print after registering. Don’t want to run alone? No problem! Create and…
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Conversation between Rana Ayyub & Jason Rezaian
The Press Club’s 2022 John Aubuchon Honoree for Press Freedom Rana Ayyub in conversation with Jason Rezaian (the Club’s 2015 Aubuchon Honoree). Ayyub is the first Indian journalist to receive a National Press Club Award. She has faced government intimidation including travel restrictions for her work and has been experiencing threats of violence. She is a contributor to Washington Post Opinions. Rezaian, also on staff at Washington Post Opinions, frequently writes about press freedom issues. Rezaian was Washington Post Tehran Bureau Chief when arrested on false charges in 2014. He was held…
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NPC Radio Play: It's a Wonderful Life
The National Press Club, in association with CBS Radio Network and American Heritage Magazine, presents Marty Bufalini’s “It’s a Wonderful Life: The Radio Show,” an adaptation of the classic story of George Bailey who, exasperated by life's challenges, wishes he'd never been born. Granted his wish by his guardian angel, he learns the positive impact that each of our lives has on so many others. Featuring 19 members of the National Press Club covering 43 roles, it airs here at 8pm on Wednesday, December 21. We hope you'll join us.
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Turn Every Page – The Adventures of Robert Caro and Robert Gottleib
Sony Pictures Classics will host an advance movie screening of TURN EVERY PAGE – THE ADVENTURES OF ROBERT CARO AND ROBERT GOTTLIEB on Tuesday, Jan 10, 7:00pm at the National Press Club including Q&A with Director Lizzie Gottlieb. For more information: https://www.sonyclassics.com/film/turneverypage To RSVP, email [email protected]
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An Evening with Dana Tai Soon Burgess
Join renowned Korean American modern-dance choreographer Dana Tai Soon Burgess as he shares how his worldview and multifaceted background drives his creation. The memoir traces how his choreography is informed by his early years in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This insightful journey delves into an artist’s process that is inspired by varying cultural perspectives, stories, and experiences. Candid and intelligent, Burgess gives readers the opportunity to experience up close the passion for art and dance that has informed his life. Burgess will be interviewed about his memoir and answer audience…
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Gilbert M. Grosvenor Reflects on 50 Years at National Geographic
Gilbert Grosvenor, the former Chairman of the National Geographic Society and Editor of its magazine, will speak in a question and answer session on Friday, Jan. 27 at 2 p.m. in the Ballroom. Grosvenor will reflect on his career and the evolution of journalism over the last six decades. The event is sponsored by the History and Heritage Committee of the National Press Club. Grosvenor will be interviewed by his brother, Edwin S. Grosvenor, Editor of American Heritage Magazine. The Grosvenor family’s involvement in the National Press Club goes back over 100 years. Gil’s grandfather, Gilbert H.…
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