The NABJ Region I Conference Opening Reception powered by Amazon and WABJ is a high-energy event bringing together journalists, media professionals, and industry leaders from across the region. Enjoy an evening of connection, conversation, and celebration ahead of the NABJ Region I Conference. Attire: Business casual. This is a ticketed event. Join the waitlist.
Since 1986, Urban Journalism Workshop teaches local high school students interested in pursuing careers in media, the fundamentals of journalism through interactive lectures, hands-on training and field trips. Professional journalists and educators from The New York Times, The Associated Press, ESPN, SiriusXM, and more lead these students through mentorship during this eight-week program. UJW happens […]
Since 1986, Urban Journalism Workshop teaches local high school students interested in pursuing careers in media, the fundamentals of journalism through interactive lectures, hands-on training and field trips. Professional journalists and educators from The New York Times, The Associated Press, ESPN, SiriusXM, and more lead these students through mentorship during this eight-week program. UJW happens […]
Since 1986, Urban Journalism Workshop teaches local high school students interested in pursuing careers in media, the fundamentals of journalism through interactive lectures, hands-on training and field trips. Professional journalists and educators from The New York Times, The Associated Press, ESPN, SiriusXM, and more lead these students through mentorship during this eight-week program. UJW happens […]
WABJ is excited to announce that we are a partner for the Hacks/Hackers AI x Journalism Summit in Baltimore on May 7-8. This is a prime opportunity for journalists to learn more about the AI landscape. Please check your email for the coupon code to receive $30 off! Journalists, technologists and innovators will spend two […]
The Financial Times Weekend Festival returns on Saturday, May 10th in Washington, D.C. and online! Experience the pink paper come to life with debates, tastings, performances, and more. With speakers including Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Anthony Scaramucci, Jancis Robinson and many more — This is a Saturday you will not want to miss! Check your email […]
Pride season is near and WABJ and NLGJA-DC are partnering to host a game night and mixer for Black queer media professionals to kick off Black Pride weekend! Since 1991, D.C. Black Pride has been a source of joy and community for local queer and trans people often overlooked or shut out of mainstream spaces. […]
On May 31, the Black and Missing Foundation will hold its “Hope Without Boundaries” 5K at the National Harbor in Fort Washington, Maryland. The Washington Association of Black Journalists (WABJ) has been selected as our “Media Partner of the Year.” This award recognizes the WABJ's dedication to amplifying the issue of missing persons of color, […]
Join us for an author talk with renowned Author A'Lelia Bundles and moderated by Tracy Chiles McGhee. Bundles will discuss her new book, Joy Goddess: A'Lelia Walker and the Harlem Renaissance on Wednesday June 11 at the MLK Library in Washington, DC. This event is in partnership with Politics & Prose, the DC Public Library Foundation, and The […]
Join us a panel discussion and reception celebrating local news in Prince George's County on Saturday June 14 from 4pm - 7pm.
The Urban Journalism Workshop's closing ceremony will be held June 21 at American University.
Join the Washington Association of Black Journalists and the Baltimore Association of Black Journalists as we host the first major NABJ Candidate Forum of the 2025 election cycle.
