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New locker room guidelines promise a cleaner, smoother experience
The National Press Club is committed to providing a clean, comfortable, and accessible locker room and shower space for all members. To ensure a great experience for everyone, the Board of Governors has approved new guidelines designed to keep our facilities running smoothly. What’s New? Shower time limit: 15 minutes – Enjoy your refresh, but please be mindful of fellow members. No long-term storage – Please take personal belongings with you when you leave to keep the space clutter-free. Locker rooms are for active use only – These spaces are designed for changing, freshening up, and…
Type: News
Searching For Accountability In Lebanon Attack That Killed One Journalist And Wounded Others
Gaza could soon reopen to international news organizations, but what is the policy of the Israel Defense Forces toward working journalists? That's one of the questions surrounding the investigation into the tank shelling in October, 2023 that killed one journalist and wounded six others. This edition of Update-1 highlights the March 12 Press Freedom Center panel discussion on why no one has been held accountable for the deadly attack. Multiple investigations indicate an Israeli tank crew almost certainly was responsible. The panel includes two reporters who survived the attack and a colleague…
Type: Media
NPC Freelancer Team Co-Chair Talks Career Path And Prospects
Andrea Murad came to journalism through the unconventional route of finance in New York. Now, as a successful, D.C.-based freelance reporter and co-chair of the NPC's Freelance Team, she helps other members in an increasingly competitive market. In this episode of Update-1, Murad speaks with Broadcast/Podcast Team Co-Chair Adam Konowe about the lessons she has learned, the rise of artificial intelligence and the realities of making a living in journalism.
Type: Media
Press Conference: Victims, Experts to Highlight Prime Minister Modi’s Authoritarianism and Human Rights Violations
The Coalition for Reclaiming Indian Democracy, a coalition of civil rights and interfaith organizations representing Indian-American Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Dalits and allies, will host a press conference titled “Beyond the Hype: Highlighting Prime Minister Modi’s Authoritarianism and Human Rights Violations” to express strong opposition to the decision made by President Biden and Congressional leaders to platform Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a state dinner and addressing a joint session of Congress. The event will feature victims, experts, and members of civil society who…
Type: Event
National Press Club sponsors Career Day tickets for journalists affected by recent layoffs — plus, free tacos!
The journalism industry continues to face turbulent times with widespread layoffs affecting of colleagues at VOA, RFE/RL, RFA and more. In response, the National Press Club is stepping up to support our colleagues by offering complimentary Career Day tickets to any journalist who has been laid off in the past month. If you’ve recently lost your job in the industry, we want to help you get back on your feet. Use promo code npccomp at checkout for free admission to Career Day on Friday, March 28. Click here to sign up. This full-day professional development conference is designed to help…
Type: News
Through rain, sleet and DOGE? Leaders of postal workers, letter carriers unions to address proposed USPS changes at Headliners’ Newsmaker March 25
American Postal Workers Union President Mark Dimondstein, National Association of Letter Carriers President Brian Renfroe and National Association of Rural Letter Carriers President Donald Maston will speak at a National Press Club Headliners Newsmaker on Tuesday, March 20, at 10 a.m. This Headliners event is open to credentialed media and Club members. Registration is essential. President Trump has suggested transferring the United States Postal Service (USPS) to the U.S. Department of Commerce, and Trump advisor and the head of the Department of Government Efficiency or DOGE Elon Musk…
Type: News
Meet fellow Club members at upcoming socials; Foreign Correspondents on March 25, Broadcasters on March 26
Are you looking to expand your network and connect with fellow National Press Club members? Join one or all of the socials lined up for March! Whether you're a communicator or journalist member, you are sure to forge new connections this month. If an NPC Team is associated with the themed gathering, leaders will be hanging around to chat, and to talk about volunteer opportunities as they arise. For members only. Each attendee will pay his or her own tab for drinks and food, so the choices are yours! International Correspondents Social Register Here On March 25, join your fellow foreign…
Type: News
Florence Parrish-St. John, 30-year Club member, dies at 94
Florence Parrish-St. John, a retired writer, federal agency administrator, and a 30-year member of the National Press Club, died May 28. She was 94 and had lived in Ft. Belvoir, Va. Parrish-St. John received multiple Vivian Awards from 1998 to 2003 for contributions to the Club, including chairing the oral history committee from 1995 to 2009 and serving on the events committee. Born in Greenville, Miss., her career in government included being assistant director for senior training at national headquarters for the Civil Air Patrol; equal employment opportunity officer for the D.C.…
Type: News
Photography Team Meeting
You must be a National Press Club member to attend and registration is required.
Photo copyright registration workshop, Apr. 16 In today’s environment, photographers want to display their work to the widest audience possible, but do not want their photos inappropriately captured by unsavory characters. One level of protection is to register their images with the U.S. Copyright Office. On Apr. 16, NPC Photography Team member D.J. Caulfield will take us through his recent experience with securing copyright registrations, providing a step-by-step breakdown of the sometimes complex process. Caulfield's 30-minute talk will be followed Q&A from in-person and remote…
Type: Event