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Applications open for 2024 National Press Club scholarships

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Press Club and the NPC Journalism Institute are now accepting applications for all 2024 scholarships .

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Press Club and the NPC Journalism Institute are now accepting applications for all 2024 scholarships .
  • The award can be renewed for up to three years at $5,000 per year.
  • The scholarship is $5,000 per year awarded to a student who demonstrates a commitment to a career in broadcast journalism.
  • (Deadline: April 14)
    National Press Club scholarships are administered by its nonprofit affiliate, the National Press Club Journalism Institute.

National Press Club Statement: 250 Days Wrongful Detention For Evan Gershkovich

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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"The National Press Club marked the 250th day of unjust detention for Evan Gershkovich by using our television studio to organize 10 interviews with Evan's sister Danielle, and Paul Beckett of the Wall Street Journal. These interviews on CNN, BBC, NewsNation, and Fox affiliates reached a large combined audience across the county and around the globe. Many viewers saw Danielle for the first time. Some were just learning -- through these interviews -- about Evan and his story.

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement by Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the milestone of 250 days of detention for Evan Gershkovich, the Wall Street Journal reporter being unjustly detained in Russia.
  • "The National Press Club marked the 250th day of unjust detention for Evan Gershkovich by using our television studio to organize 10 interviews with Evan's sister Danielle, and Paul Beckett of the Wall Street Journal.
  • It is a deep honor for the National Press Club dig in and use our skills and resources to help Evan and support his family at this difficult time.
  • The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged global citizenry through a free and independent press.

NPC leaders lead civil society letter to Blinken urging RFE/RL reporter be designated as wrongfully detained

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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We are deeply concerned this has resulted in Alsu not receiving any regular consular visits yet."

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  • We are deeply concerned this has resulted in Alsu not receiving any regular consular visits yet."
  • The civil society group letter further noted its concerns about Moscow's growing pattern of unjustly detaining journalists, including Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich.
  • Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists.
  • Media Contact: Bill McCarren for the National Press Club, 202-725-7534, [email protected]
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Press Briefing For U.S. Journalist Held By Russia Monday, Nov. 27 at Press Club

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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News Briefing with Advocates for Alsu Kurmasheva, journalist for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty who is currently being held in detention by Russia.

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  • News Briefing with Advocates for Alsu Kurmasheva, journalist for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty who is currently being held in detention by Russia.
  • In May 2023, Alsu, who is a citizen of the United States and Russia, traveled to Kazan, Russia to assist her ailing mother.
  • She is the 2nd U.S. journalist to be detained by Russia since the end of the Cold War.
  • This is the first known instance of an individual facing charges for failing to self-identify as a "foreign agent" in Russia.

Media Tour With Danielle Gershkovich Sister of WSJ Reporter Evan Gershkovich, Monday, Dec. 4

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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Satellite Media Tour (SMT) with Danielle Gershkovich (sister of WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich) and Paul Beckett of The Wall Street Journal.

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  • Satellite Media Tour (SMT) with Danielle Gershkovich (sister of WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich) and Paul Beckett of The Wall Street Journal.
  • News hook: Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich will reach a milestone of  250 days in a Russian prison on Dec. 4.
  • In March, Evan was arrested by Russia, simply for doing his job as a journalist.
  • Before joining the Journal in January 2022, Evan was a reporter for Agence France-Presse and the Moscow Times.

The Care Economy Takes Center Stage at Conference Convening Policymakers, Nonprofits, Entrepreneurs, Investors and Media Focused on Aging and Caregiving

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The sixth annual What's Next Longevity Innovation Summit presented by Mary Furlong and Associates will gather thought leaders at the National Press Club here December 12-13 to discuss "Investment and Innovation in the Care Economy," a $648 billion market opportunity. With the ranks of America's 53 million family caregivers and professional care workers expected to grow with the increasing older population, this conference brings together diverse perspectives from government agencies, nonprofits, entrepreneurs, investors, media and others focused in the $9.5 trillion longevity economy representing 46% of gross domestic product, according to AARP, the lead sponsor for the event.

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  • With the ranks of America's 53 million family caregivers and professional care workers expected to grow with the increasing older population, this conference brings together diverse perspectives from government agencies, nonprofits, entrepreneurs, investors, media and others focused in the $9.5 trillion longevity economy representing 46% of gross domestic product, according to AARP, the lead sponsor for the event.
  • "According to the World Economic Forum, the Care Economy is the fastest growth economy globally with more caregivers needed for aging baby boomers and the oldest millennials who are turning 50 by 2030 when we will have an estimated 74.1 million Americans over the age of 65.
  • Our learning and networking event includes an 'ideation' session where all attendees will tackle a key caregiving issue resulting in a white paper from the group."
  • Founded in 2003, Mary Furlong & Associates (MFA) is a concierge consulting firm in the $8.3 trillion longevity market, with expertise in investment and entrepreneurism.

Press Club Statement on Recent Milestones For Reporters Assaulted By Law Police

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement by Eileen O'Reilly, President of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, President of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the recent milestones in cases of reporters assaulted by police.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement by Eileen O'Reilly, President of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, President of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the recent milestones in cases of reporters assaulted by police.
  • She also should never have been arrested as she was shooting video of a police response to a protest.
  • "In both cases, the Press Club issued statements at the time of the incidents and has followed the cases of Evan and Josie.
  • The NPCJI is the non-profit affiliate of the National Press Club.

National Press Club Leaders Call On USG To Raise Case of Yuyu Dong During Xi Visit

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute on the opportunity to raise the case of journalist Yuyu Dong during the visit by President Xi Jinping to San Francisco Nov. 15.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute on the opportunity to raise the case of journalist Yuyu Dong during the visit by President Xi Jinping to San Francisco Nov. 15.
  • "We wish the USG had also raised the cases of Chinese journalists – including Yuyu Dong and Jimmie Lai.
  • Mr Dong is an editor and columnist for one of China's leading newspapers and a Nieman Fellow from Harvard.
  • Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists.

National Press Club Statement on Journalists' Safety in Gaza

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the unprecedented and tragic death toll of journalists and media workers in the current Israel-Hamas war.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the unprecedented and tragic death toll of journalists and media workers in the current Israel-Hamas war.
  • Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists.
  • The NPCJI is the nonprofit affiliate of the National Press Club.
  • Contact: Bill McCarren, press freedom consultant for the National Press Club, (202) 662-7534
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Taking Charge as a Freelancer: Join National Press Club Journalism Institute for an in-person workshop, Dec. 8

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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Hear from editors about how to craft pitches that catch their attention and ultimately get a green light.

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  • Hear from editors about how to craft pitches that catch their attention and ultimately get a green light.
  • Continue the conversation at the Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library, or if you are an NPC member or know one, head on upstairs for taco night and a drink.
  • The National Press Club is located at 529 14th St. NW, the entrance at the corner of F & 14th Streets NW, in downtown Washington.
  • The club is on the 13th floor of the historic National Press Building.