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Robert Costa, a national correspondent for "CBS Sunday Morning" and chief Washington analyst for @cbsnews.com, will accept the National Press Club’s Fourth Estate Award during a gala in his honor on December 9.
November 11, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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NEW: The @pressclubdc.bsky.social will give the 2025 John Aubuchon Press Freedom Award to nine journalists from USAGM who remaining imprisoned abroad following the agency’s dismantling earlier this year.

More info at the link:

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National Press Club honors imprisoned USAGM journalists with its highest press freedom award  - Journalism Institute
The National Press Club will award its 2025 John Aubuchon Press Freedom Award to a group of nine journalists affiliated with the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) who remain imprisoned abroad follo...
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October 31, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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The Aubuchon Award, named for late @pressclubdc.bsky.social President John Aubuchon, is the Club's highest recognition for press freedom. It is awarded annually to recognize journalists who risk their lives or liberty in pursuit of the truth.

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John R. Aubuchon Award honors Press Freedom - Journalism Institute
In 2005, the National Press Club named its Freedom of the Press Award after John R. Aubuchon, a Maryland Public Television reporter and former White House correspondent who was NPC president in 2002. ...
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October 31, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Yesterday, we had the honor of hosting Sikyong Penpa Tsering, the democratically elected leader of the Tibetan Government-in-Exile (formally known as the Central Tibetan Administration or CTA), at a Headliners Newsmaker event moderated by Club member Steve Reilly.
October 30, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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📢 ⭐ @pressclubdc.bsky.social is thrilled to announce the launch of the Rich Passan Sports Writing Scholarship!

This $5,000 annual award will support undergraduate college students who demonstrate excellence and promise in sports journalism.

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Introducing the Rich Passan Sports Writing Scholarship: Supporting the Next Generation of Sports Journalists - Journalism Institute
The National Press Club is pleased to announce the launch of the Rich Passan Sports Writing Scholarship, a $5,000 annual award supporting undergraduate college students who demonstrate excellence and ...
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October 24, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Applications for the inaugural Pamela Tobey Award for Excellence in Visual Storytelling, celebrating the power of visual design to elevate journalism, inform communities, and deepen public understanding of complex issues, are now being accepted. Submit your best work by October 24.
🏆 Now accepting applications: Pamela Tobey Award for Excellence in Visual Storytelling - Journalism Institute
Applications for the inaugural Pamela Tobey Award for Excellence in Visual Storytelling, celebrating the power of visual design to elevate journalism, inform communities, and deepen public understandi...
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October 20, 2025 at 5:01 PM
WASHINGTON — National Press Club President Mike Balsamo today issued a statement on new restrictions that forced dozens of Pentagon journalists to surrender their credentials:
October 16, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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Calling all @pressclubdc.bsky.social members!

You're invited to the next Cocktails and Conversations event, featuring Jessica Jerreat and Patsy Widakuswara, who will discuss their work as press freedom advocates with the #SaveVOA campaign.

RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/press-free...
Press Freedom Cocktails and Conversations with VOA
Members and staff will be joined by Jessica Jerreat and Patsy Widakuswara, who will discuss their work as press freedom advocates.
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October 15, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Last week, we welcomed acclaimed filmmakers Grima Irmudottir, Pamela Hogan and Hrafnhildur Gunnarsdóttir, and Iceland's Ambassador to the United States Svanhildur Hólm Valsdóttir for a screening of "The Day Iceland Stood Still."

Click below to see pictures from the event ⬇️
October 15, 2025 at 7:54 PM
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Members of the @pressclubdc.bsky.social are invited to a reception on October 7 with freed journalist Alsu Kurmasheva to learn her story and hear about developments in the press freedom space in Russia, Europe, and around the world.

RSVP (and bring a guest!): www.press.org/events/press...
Press Freedom Reception
Join the Press Freedom Team on Tuesday, October 7 at 6 p.m. for an upcoming reception at the National Press Club!  National Press Club members and Press Freedom Center staff will be joined by Alsu Kur...
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September 29, 2025 at 6:07 PM
When you become a member of the National Press Club, you gain access to a unique professional network, exclusive events with high-profile newsmakers, cutting-edge educational programming to advance your career, and a welcoming social club in the heart of downtown Washington, D.C.
September 24, 2025 at 3:14 PM
WASHINGTON, Sept. 19 — National Press Club President Mike Balsamo today released the following statement on the Pentagon’s new pledge requirement for reporters:
September 20, 2025 at 1:04 AM
WASHINGTON, September 17 -- Today, the National Press Club urged the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to withdraw a proposed rule that would sharply restrict the ability of foreign correspondents to live and work in the United States.
September 17, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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The Institute is proud to honor @edmahon.bsky.social, an investigative reporter at @spotlightpa.org, with the 2025 Neil and Susan Sheehan Award for Investigative Journalism.

Join us at @pressclubdc.bsky.social on Dec. 9 to celebrate: www.pressclubinstitute.org/2025/09/12/e...
Ed Mahon of Spotlight PA honored with the Institute’s Sheehan Award for Investigative Journalism - Journalism Institute
Ed Mahon, an investigative reporter at Spotlight PA, will receive the 2025 Neil and Susan Sheehan Award for Investigative Journalism.
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September 12, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Congratulations to Robert Costa of @cbsnews.com, @cbssundaymorning.bsky.social, recipient of the @pressclubdc.bsky.social's 2025 #FourthEstate Award!

Join us on Dec. 9 to honor Robert at our annual gala celebrating excellence in journalism.

Tickets on sale now: www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-fourt...
August 21, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Robert Costa, a national correspondent for "CBS Sunday Morning" and chief Washington analyst for CBS News, will accept the National Press Club’s Fourth Estate Award during a gala in his honor on December 9 in Washington, D.C.
August 21, 2025 at 2:31 PM
WASHINGTON — The National Press Club announced today it will present its distinguished President’s Award for 2025 to Chinese journalist Dong Yuyu, a respected editor and columnist who has been imprisoned in Beijing since February 2022 after being convicted on espionage charges he is appealing.
August 20, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Join us next month for a Piano Talks session with former CNN executive, John Towriss.
August 14, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Congratulations to the team at ABC News for winning the 2025 Breaking News Award (broadcast)!
August 6, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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Join us for a virtual half-day conference on the business of freelancing. We're offering two tailored tracks for both new + experienced freelancers.

Topics: Industry overview, pitching, business + legal tips
Speakers: Seasoned freelancers, editors, attorney

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July 25, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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Journalists: Part two of our virtual briefings with @bipartisanpolicy.org dives into how the “Big Beautiful Bill” affects taxes — and what that means for your audience.

With BPC's @shaiakabas.bsky.social and @andrewlautz.bsky.social

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The "Big Beautiful Bill": What it means for taxes - Journalism Institute
Part two of a briefing series to help journalists enhance their understanding & coverage of the "Big Beautiful Bill." Join us Aug. 13.
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July 30, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Congratulations to the team at The @apnews.com for winning the 2025 Breaking News Award (print/online)!

We cannot wait to welcome you to the National Press Club on August 27 for our annual awards ceremony.
August 4, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Below is an excerpt of a statement from National Press Club president, Mike Balsamo:
August 1, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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Join us next week for an overview of the "Big Beautiful Bill" to kick off our virtual briefing series with @bipartisanpolicy.org.

This session will guide journalists through the nuts and bolts of the law and inform ongoing coverage of the law's impacts. www.pressclubinstitute.org/event/overvi...
Overview: Understanding the "Big Beautiful Bill" - Journalism Institute
Part one of a briefing series to help journalists enhance their understanding & coverage of the "Big Beautiful Bill." Join us Aug. 6.
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July 29, 2025 at 1:18 PM