WABJ offers a wide array of programs including hands-on professional development workshops, thought-provoking panel discussions and networking events for members.
If you or your organization would like to collaborate on events that align with our mission, please contact WABJ President Phil Lewis at president@wabjdc.org.
Upcoming Events
August 2026
Aug
06
06
August
2026
Salazar,
1819 14th St NW
Washington, DC, DC 20009 United States
1819 14th St NW
Washington, DC, DC 20009 United States
WABJ hosts our annual Pre-NABJ Convention Mixer in DC before our members head to the national convention in Atlanta.
Join WABJ and experts at the Pew Research Center for an important discussion on a new study by the Center that takes a deep dive into Black Americans’ experiences with the news. RSVP HERE.
This conversation will unpack new findings on how Black Americans consume news and perceive the media, newsroom diversity, and trust in news sources. It will also offer solutions by survey respondents on how news coverage can be fairer.
Past Events
June 2026
Jun
11
11
June
2026
Martin Luther King Library,
901 G ST. NW
Washington, DC 20001 United States
901 G ST. NW
Washington, DC 20001 United States
When Bernhard Goetz shot four unarmed Black teenagers in 1984, half of New York called him a hero. Elliot Williams explains how it happened during an evening conversation with Jonathan Capehart. On December 22, 1984, Bernhard Goetz boarded a New York City subway car and opened fire on four Black...
May 2026
May
19
19
May
2026
Join WABJ as we host "Standing Out In a Crowded Job Market", an insightful discussion led by recruiters from leading newsrooms.
May
02
02
May
2026
D.C. voters will get an opportunity to see candidates face off in a debate setting when qualified contenders for Mayor and D.C. Congressional Delegate take the stage for DCision 2026: D.C. Delegate and Mayoral Debate on Saturday, May 2, 2026, for a full afternoon of debates at Jack Morton Auditorium on the campus of George Washington...
April 2026
Apr
22
22
April
2026
The Washington Association of Black Journalists presents "A Toast to Press Freedom," a celebration of the White House journalists, correspondents and photographers covering this administration.
Apr
16
16
April
2026
Five Black journalists in DC share true personal stories about the work, pressure, and purpose behind the headlines. We see the headlines. We read the bylines. But what about the stories behind them? On Thursday, April 16, five Black journalists in DC take the stage with Story District to share true personal stories...
March 2026
Mar
28
28
March
2026
The job fair is organized by the DC chapters of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists, the National Association of Black Journalists, the Asian American Journalists Association, NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists, the Society of Professional Journalists, our newest partner, the Arab and Middle Eastern Journalists Association (AMEJA) and...
Mar
25
25
March
2026
MLK Library,
901 G Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
901 G Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
What if the most important conversations about race, identity, and American values happened in comedy clubs and on television sets? The journey of Black comedy in America is a story of laughter, resistance, and cultural power. This is the central thesis of Black Out Loud: The Revolutionary History of Black...
Mar
22
22
March
2026
Gridiron Club Sunday Reprise: Tickets on Sale Now Our organization has received an invitation to purchase the hottest ticket in town and attend an event that has been a Washington tradition since 1885! The Gridiron Club and Foundation skewers Presidents and congressional leaders, political candidates and journalists at a white-tie...
Mar
15
15
March
2026
Metropolitan AME Church,
1518 M St NW
Washington, DC 20005 United States
1518 M St NW
Washington, DC 20005 United States
Metropolitan AME Church invites the community to join in honoring the legacy and impact of the Black Press in America at Black Press Sunday on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM. This special event will take place at Metropolitan AME Church, 1518 M St NW, Washington, DC 20005.
Mar
14
14
March
2026
Join us for the NABJ Media-Related Media Institute, March 14, 2026 in College Park, MD A must-attend event for journalists and communicators! The Institute will take place at the Philip Merrill College of Journalism, University of Maryland, College Park (1100 Knight Hall), from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The most...
Mar
13
13
March
2026
Join WABJ for its first in-person General Body Meeting of the year on March 13th at 6:30 pm at the True Reformer Building (1200 U St NW Washington, DC 20009). Refreshments will be served. RSVP using this link.
February 2026
Feb
19
19
February
2026
The Conversation Fund is partnering with WABJ this month to host a panel discussion about the importance of preserving historic African American sites and the stories they hold. The panel includes Janette (Jeanette) Howard-Moore, who marched across the Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday as a teenager, and Phillip Howard...
Feb
17
17
February
2026
A Black History Month Mixer presented by WABJ and Rémy Martin and curated by MercyC PR In a time when the role of the press feels more urgent than ever, this toast is a gathering dedicated to the media, storytellers, content creators, and culture-shapers who continue to move the truth...
December 2025
Dec
21
21
December
2025
Join The Washington Informer to celebrate this year’s Best of The DMV 2025.
Dec
18
18
December
2025
The Washington Association of Black Journalists (WABJ), Black Professionals in International Affairs (BPIA), and the FTI Black Employee Network (FTI-BEN) have joined together to spotlight a powerful intersection of culinary arts and international affairs. The exclusive joint event will feature Jeremiah Knight, Deputy Director for the Africa Bureau's Office of Public...
Dec
15
15
December
2025
Eaton House,
1201 K Street NW
Washington, DC 20005
1201 K Street NW
Washington, DC 20005
Join the Washington Association of Black Journalists (WABJ), National Association of Hispanic Journalists DC (NAHJ DC), Asian American Journalists Association Washington D.C. Chapter (AAJA DC), South Asian Journalists Association (SAJA), Arab and Middle Eastern Journalists Association (AMEJA) and the Association of LGBTQ Journalists (NLGJA) for an evening of food, fun...
Dec
01
01
December
2025
Martin Luther King Library,
901 G ST. NW
Washington, DC 20001 United States
901 G ST. NW
Washington, DC 20001 United States
WABJ is proud to partner with the DC Public Library for its World AIDS Day film screenings and fireside chat. WABJ member Marissa Mitchell of FOX 5 DC will moderate the post-screenings conversations. This special evening marks 20 years since the release of the groundbreaking film Dirty Laundry, and unveils the new 30-minute short...
November 2025
Nov
13
13
November
2025
WABJ is teaming up with Wale for Gifted Week 2025! We’re hosting a “State of Black Media” panel on Nov 13th at HQ House.
Nov
08
08
November
2025
Embassy of France,
4101 Reservoir Road NW
Washington, DC 20007,
4101 Reservoir Road NW
Washington, DC 20007,
The Washington Association of Black Journalists' 4th Annual Special Honors & Scholarship Gala tickets are sold out. The gala will take place on Saturday, Nov. 8 at the Embassy of France in Washington D.C. The gala will commemorate our chapter’s 50th anniversary, and recognize and honor local Black journalists, communications professionals and...
October 2025
Oct
25
25
October
2025
An informative discussion for NABJ chapters across the country on your rights and legal tips for covering civil unrest, protests, and federal troops. Hosted by Mickey H. Osterreicher, general counsel to the National Press Photographers Association. He is an award-winning photojournalist with over 40 years of experience in print and...
Oct
15
15
October
2025
Please join WABJ and NABJ for a vital webinar to discuss how newsrooms play a critical role in informing the public about missing persons cases. We will learn from experts how newsrooms and journalists can collaborate to ensure equitable reporting and become more effective advocates. Register here.
September 2025
Sep
20
20
September
2025
WABJ will hold a panel centered on Artificial Intelligence for journalists, and a studio tour of NBC4
Sep
16
16
September
2025
Northwestern Mutual DC,
001 Pennsylvania Ave NW - 10th floor
Washington, DC
001 Pennsylvania Ave NW - 10th floor
Washington, DC
WABJ has partnered with Northwestern Mutual to host a financial workshop event for journalists. This workshop is designed for early-career, mid-career, freelance journalists and individuals looking to learn best practices in personal finance in this ever-changing financial landscape. Northwestern Mutual's financial advisors will share valuable insight and resources tailored specifically for...
August 2025
Aug
06
06
August
2025
Cleveland, Ohio,
Join us in Cleveland for the #NABJ25 Convention & Career Fair! #NABJ25 is the premier multi-day conference for journalism education, career development, networking, and innovation. In 2024, nearly 4,400 NABJ members and colleagues from across the industry connected at #NABJ24. The NABJ Family will gather in Cleveland, Aug. 6-10, 2025,...
July 2025
Jul
31
31
July
2025
The Continent DC,
1110 Vermont Ave NW
Washington, DC 20005
1110 Vermont Ave NW
Washington, DC 20005
Join us at The Continent DC for a special happy hour menu with signature cocktails ahead of this memorable event.
