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SUMMARY:Black History Month Press Ahead
DESCRIPTION:“Press Ahead: How Chicago Black Journalists Shaped the Culture\,” was our Black History Month event in collaboration with Flyover at Navy Pier on Thursday\, Feb. 27. \nOur panel featured WVON President and CEO Melody Spann Cooper\, Chicago Defender Charities President and CEO Myiti Sengstacke Rice\, and The Final Call Editor-in-chief Nab’a Muhammad. \nIt was moderated by DePaul University Association of Black Journalists President Nöel Bentley. After the panel\, attendees rode the immersive Flyover experience.
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/black-history-month-press-ahead/
LOCATION:Navy Pier\, 600 E Grand Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611
CATEGORIES:Panel/Discussion
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SUMMARY:Speed Mentoring Sponsored by White Sox
DESCRIPTION:Ready to level up in your career? NABJ-Chicago is partnering with the Chicago White Sox for a one-of-a kind Speed Mentoring event. It’s like speed dating\, but for your career! Meet professionals from some of the top media organizations in Chicago\, make valuable connections\, and catch a White Sox game afterwards. Food and drinks provided. \nMentors: \n\nTonya Francisco\, Anchor\, WGN-TV “Daytime Chicago”\nJacoby Cochran\, Host\, Citycast Chicago\nAkemi Harrison\, News Director\, NBC 5 Chicago\nAfua Owusu\, Head of Local Content\, WCIU-TV\nTacuma Roeback\, Managing Editor of the Chicago Defender\nAtiba Buchanon\, Programming Director\, WVON 1690 AM\n Jasmine Cooper\, Producer\, WCIU-TV
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/speed-mentoring-sponsored-by-white-sox/
LOCATION:Guaranteed Rate Field\, 333 West 35th Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T055802
CREATED:20260330T140215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T184813Z
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SUMMARY:Black Male Media Project
DESCRIPTION:Changing The Game In A Changing Landscape\, a powerful virtual conversation presented by NABJ Chicago’s Black Male Media Project. \nJoin us as Phil Thompson of the Chicago Tribune moderates a dynamic panel of media changemakers who are shaping the narrative and redefining what it means to lead in today’s evolving media world.
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/black-male-media-project/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T183000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T184638Z
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SUMMARY:NABJ Election Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special webinar to meet the candidates and get informed before you cast your vote. \nOur Chicago forum will be Wednesday\, July 16th at 6:30 pm\, moderated by Award-Winning Financial Journalist Renita Young.
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/nabj-election-forum/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250811
DTSTAMP:20260414T055802
CREATED:20260330T142424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T182525Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating 50 Years | NABJ Conference in Cleveland
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 50 Years | NABJ Conference in Cleveland 
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/celebrating-50-years-nabj-conference-in-cleveland/
LOCATION:The Home of NABJ Chicago
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:XL Film Festival Beyond the Headlines: The NABJ Journey Chicago Screening
DESCRIPTION:It was such an honor to partner with NABJ\, XL Film Festival\, and The Dusable Museum for a special screening of Beyond the Headlines: The NABJ Journey. \nThe evening was a profound reminder of the power of storytelling\, an opportunity to reflect on our 50-year legacy\, and recognize the trailblazers who paved the way. \nThis moment reaffirms our commitment to preserving and sharing our history. We extend our deepest gratitude to our panelists Christine Harris\, Monroe Anderson\, and Dorothy Tucker. \nWe appreciate our sponsors Gerdy’s Popcorn and Roqa Productions and to all who joined us for this meaningful milestone.
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/xl-film-festival-beyond-the-headlines-the-nabj-journey-chicago-screening/
LOCATION:The DuSable Museum of African American History\, 740 E 56th PL\, Hyde Park\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Screening
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join NABJ Chicago for a candid virtual session with licensed therapist\, Dr. Carissa Bacon. This event is designed to give journalists space to unpack and process the weight of the recent news cycle. \nThis safe\, supportive Zoom gathering is an opportunity to vent\, reflect\, and learn coping tools. Take a moment for yourself\, you don’t have to carry it all alone.
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/mental-health-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T181945Z
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SUMMARY:Honoring Retired Chicago Sun-Times Columnist Mary Mitchell
DESCRIPTION:We’re proud to celebrate Mary Mitchell\, past president of NABJ-Chicago and retired Chicago Sun-Times columnist\, as she made history. \nWith more than 30 years of groundbreaking work at the Sun-Times\, Mary’s voice shaped the city and inspired generations of journalists. This latest honor is a powerful reminder of her enduring impact on our craft and community. \nNote. This is Chicago journalism’s unofficial hall of fame\, chosen by peers across the city.. a legendary moment!
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/honoring-retired-chicago-sun-times-columnist-mary-mitchell/
LOCATION:Billy Goat Tavern\, 222 W Merchandise Mart\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T220000
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CREATED:20260330T141043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T181252Z
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SUMMARY:Bartender Scholarship Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:We’re shaking things up! \nJoin us as your favorite journalists and media pros step behind the bar for a great cause. NABJ-Chicago presents our Celebrity Bartender Fundraiser\, featuring an all-star lineup helping raise vital funds for our chapter scholarships. \nCome sip\, mingle\, and support our mission!
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/bartender-scholarship-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Nisei Lounge\, 3439 N. Sheffield Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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CREATED:20260318T105859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T181135Z
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SUMMARY:Inaugural Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:We celebrated our annual Red Hot Holiday Party on Thursday\, December 17\, 2025\, featuring our inaugural awards ceremony. The evening honored eight distinguished journalism professionals and awarded four scholarships to outstanding students. \nOur Red Hot Holiday Party is our largest annual fundraiser\, supporting student scholarships and local programming.
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/inaugural-awards-ceremony/
LOCATION:The Home of NABJ Chicago
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251219
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SUMMARY:Red Hot Holiday Party & Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/red-hot-holiday-party-awards-ceremony/
LOCATION:The Home of NABJ Chicago
CATEGORIES:Awards Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T220000
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SUMMARY:Private Screening and Panel Discussion of the Jon Burge Torture Victims Documentary “AREA2”
DESCRIPTION:City leaders tacitly permitted Chicago Police Commander Jon Burge and his “Midnight Crew” of detectives to torture dozens of Black detainees in his notorious “Area 2” police station between 1972 and 1991. AREA 2 is doc series investigating the scandal and chronicling the epic fight for justice.\n\nYou are invited to a private work-in-progress screening (40 mins) and panel discussion featuring Emmy-winning investigative reporter Dorothy Tucker and Pulitzer Prize winning journalist David Jackson hosted by NABJ Chicago. \nWednesday\, January 28 \n7pm \nColumbia College Chicago \n33 E. Ida B. Wells\, Room 219 \nFREE. RSVP REQUIRED \nhttps://www.ticketfalcon.com/e/nabj-chicago-and-columbia-college-chicago-present-area2-screening-and-panel-discussion/
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/private-screening-and-panel-discussion-of-the-jon-burge-torture-victims-documentary-area2/
LOCATION:Columbia College\, 33 E. Ida B Wells\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605
CATEGORIES:Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T210000
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CREATED:20260327T204511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T180601Z
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SUMMARY:Know Your Rights Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join NABJ Chicago\, City Bureau and Freedom of the Press Foundation for Know Your Rights\, a timely workshop created to help journalists and media professionals understand the legal and professional protections available to them. \nFrom workplace rights and discrimination protections to contracts\, freelancing\, and press access we will cover a wide range of topics. \nWalk away informed\, empowered\, and better prepared to protect your career. Pizza will be served.
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/know-your-rights-workshop/
LOCATION:City Bureau\, 3619 S. State St.\, Suite 400\, Chicago\, IL\, 60609
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T055802
CREATED:20260318T120217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T180440Z
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SUMMARY:Photojournalists on the Frontlines
DESCRIPTION:NABJ-Chicago puts the spotlight on media members who go unsung: visual journalists. \nDonte “Diesel” Williams\, Candace Dane Chambers\, and Ash Lane — three dynamic Chicago photojournalists in our NABJ community — will share what it takes to get the perfect shot on the job and more to know about capturing content that sparks conversation. \nModerated by NABJ At-Large Board Member Lauryn Azu\, this panel discussion won’t be one to miss. Food will be served. \nSee you there • 6:30 pm on April 15 at CBS downtown\, 22 W Washington St. \nRSVP with this link –Photojournalists On The Frontlines: An NABJ Chicago Panel On Coverage In Times Of Protest Tickets – Powered by Ticket Falcon®
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/photojournalists-on-the-frontlines/
LOCATION:CBS Chicago\, 22 West Washington Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60602
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTSTAMP:20260414T055802
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SUMMARY:Region II Conference
DESCRIPTION:NABJ REGION II CONFERENCE | April 17-18\, 2026\nSAVE THE DATE \nJoin us for hands-on skill building and future-focused strategies at the intersection of media\, technology\, and ownership. \nPre-Registration Pricing \n\n$60 – Members\n$25 – Student Members\n$80 – Non-Members\n$35 – Student Non-Members\n\nSecure your spot today! \nClick Here to Register! 
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/nabj-region-ii-conference-save-the-date-april-17-18-2026/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T055802
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T180008Z
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SUMMARY:Workout Session
DESCRIPTION:NABJ Chicago’s wellness partnership with EAP (Elite Athletes Performance) offers programming focused on networking\, community building\, and physical health for journalists and media professionals of all ages and fitness levels. \nClass Description:\nThis movement-based training experience is intentionally designed to help media professionals build strength\, mobility\, and long-term durability.\nClass Options: 5:30pm • 6:45pm • 8pm\nSignup by April 19:\nhttps://forms.gle/syjWQMXBg6tdgj8s7 \n  \nEach 50 – 55 minute session will include: \n• Functional strength training \n• Mobility and stability work \n• Core (pillar) strength development \n• Guided breathing techniques for stress regulation and recovery \n  \nEAP philosophy centers on training with intent – emphasizing movement education\, proper mechanics\, and sustainable fitness practices. Sessions are adaptable for all fitness levels to ensure participants feel supported while being appropriately challenged. \n  \nParticipant Guidelines \nParticipants are asked to bring: \n• Athletic clothing \n• Inside-only training shoes (no outside shoes permitted on the training floor) \n• A personal water bottle \n• A small towel (optional) \nAll equipment will be provided by EAP. \nTo ensure a seamless experience\, a 15-minute transition buffer will be scheduled between sessions so one group can exit comfortably before the next group begins.
URL:https://nabjchicago.org/event/workout-session/
LOCATION:Elite Athletes Performance\, 1418 E. 53rd St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615
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