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Founded in 1975, the Washington Association of Black Journalists (WABJ) is an organization of more than 450 journalists, journalism professors, public relations professionals and student journalists in the Washington, D.C., metro area.

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WABJ Special Honors Gala

 

Tickets are on sale now for WABJ’s 4th Annual Special Honors & Scholarship Gala on Saturday, November 8 at the Embassy of France. The event will commemorate our chapter’s 50th anniversary. The gala theme is “Gold Standard: 50 years of Excellence in Black Journalism.”

We’re celebrating local Black journalists, communications professionals and students for their career achievements, leadership and community service. 

Tables and sponsor packages are still available. Please email info@wabjdc.org for inquiries or click here to purchase.

We hope to see you there!

About WABJ

Supporting Black media Professionals in the DC Metro Area

WABJ provides members ongoing professional education opportunities and advocates for greater diversification of the profession.

  • For Media Professionals
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NABJ Region I Conference

WABJ was honored to serve as the host chapter for our first Region I Conference since 2019.

With nearly 200 attendees traveling from New York, Connecticut, Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey and other states in Region I, the conference was a massive success!

This conference would not have been possible without our amazing committee members, volunteers, sponsors and recruiters — THANK YOU!

WABJ News & Updates
Gala Announcements

Eugene Daniels Named 2025 WABJ Legacy Award Recipient

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, October 10, 2025  PRESS CONTACT: Jai-Leen James  info@wabjdc.org Washington, D.C. — Today, the Washington Association of Black Journalists announced that Eugene Daniels, co-host of MSNBC’s “The Weekend,” is the 2025 recipient of the WABJ Legacy Award. This award recognizes a Black journalist whose sustained excellence and impactful work has left an indelible mark on the profession. Daniels will be honored at the WABJ 4th Annual Special Honors & Scholarship Gala on Saturday, Nov. 8 at the Embassy of France in Washington, D.C. Tickets for the gala

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Gala Announcements

Doxie McCoy Named 2025 WABJ President’s Award Recipient

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, October 10, 2025  PRESS CONTACT: Jai-Leen James  info@wabjdc.org Washington, D.C. — Today, the Washington Association of Black Journalists announced that Doxie McCoy, public information officer with the Office of the People’s Counsel for the District of Columbia, is the 2025 recipient of the WABJ President’s Award. This award honors individuals who have made significant contributions to journalism, communications, and the community. McCoy, a seasoned communications professional and trailblazer, will be honored at the WABJ 4th Annual Special Honors & Scholarship Gala on Saturday, Nov. 8 at

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Gala Announcements

Natalie Wilson Named 2025 WABJ Excellence in Communications Award Recipient

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, October 10, 2025  PRESS CONTACT: Jai-Leen James  info@wabjdc.org Washington, D.C. — Today, the Washington Association of Black Journalists announced that Natalie Wilson, co-founder and director of public relations for the Black and Missing Foundation, is the recipient of the 2025 WABJ Excellence in Communications Award. This award recognizes outstanding achievement in communications and public relations by a Black professional in the Washington, D.C. area. Wilson, a dynamic media strategist with over 20 years of experience, will be honored at the WABJ 4th Annual Special Honors &

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