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Call for Entries The David Lynch Prize for Regional Reporting wpcf.org/david-lynch-prize-f…

Aspiring Journalists! Join us Oct 23, 1 pm for our free webinar "Cover Letters & Email Introductions" w/moderator @marykbruce and amazing panel @Mr_Berman @davecclarke @diruggiero @audreytaylor2 @aterkel with advice on best practices rsvp: [email protected]

Thank you @SusanPage for the kind words about Washington Press Club Foundation's Annual Congressional Dinner during your coverage of last night's #WHCD. Such a compliment from our 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award honoree! Join us in February at the Waldorf #wpcfdinner for the 81st

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Sarah Weddington's advocacy extended beyond Roe v. Wade. As a White House assistant, she worked to advance the Equal Rights Amendment and the goals of the National Women's Conference, leaving a lasting impact on the fight for women's equality.

Created by the Women’s National Press Club to raise funds to purchase a clubhouse, as they were banned from the male-only National Press Club. This book is a symbol of the women who shaped journalism and the First Ladies who have each added their own chapter to American history.

Not just any cookbook. Who Says We Can’t Cook? is part of the Washington Press Club Foundation’s historic archives and has been signed by every First Lady, beginning with Edith Wilson.

Bonnie Angelo was a trailblazing journalist and @TIME correspondent whose insightful reporting helped shape political journalism. Best known for her interviews with First Ladies and her book First Mothers, she highlighted the power of storytelling and women's influence in history

Shirley Hufstedler, the first U.S. Secretary of Education, helped build a new federal department dedicated to expanding educational opportunity. Her leadership continues to shape the future of learning in America. wpcf.org "Voices of the Past"

Frances L. Murphy II @afronews CEO & Publisher shares how her parents inspired their daughters to be journalists. She is also among the testimonials featured in the Washington Press Club’s “Women in Journalism Oral History Project” wpcf.org/woman-in-journalism

A woman forming policy in the 1970's was history! Joan Claybrook, head of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration under Carter, was among the first women shaping public policy at the highest levels of the federal government. Check it out → wpcf.org/voices-of-the-past

WPCF Lifetime Achievement Awardee Connie Chung broke barriers as the first Asian American woman to anchor a major network newscast. Her groundbreaking career and commitment to excellence helped pave the way for future generations of journalists.

Senator Paula Hawkins broke barriers and helped redefine the role of women in American politics. As one of the first women to serve in the U.S. Senate from Florida, she championed issues affecting women and inspired future generations to pursue public service and leadership.

Linda Deutsch spent nearly 50 years covering some of America’s most historic trials. Her commitment to accurate, insightful reporting made her a respected voice in journalism and a trailblazer in legal reporting.

Known as the “First Lady of the Black Press,” Ethel Payne used fearless journalism to challenge injustice and amplify marginalized voices. Her groundbreaking coverage of the Civil Rights Movement helped shape American history and continues to inspire journalists today.

The Annual Congressional Dinner has welcomed distinguished journalists, public servants, and thought leaders. The event is known for its notable guests and celebrating excellence in journalism and public service, while highlighting the importance of an informed citizenry.

The Annual Congressional Dinner has welcomed distinguished journalists, public servants, and thought leaders. The event is known for its notable guests and celebrating excellence in journalism and public service, while highlighting the importance of an informed citizenry.

During the FDR administration First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt invited the Women's National Press Club to hold their stunt party in the White House, dubbing it the "Gridiron Widow's" party on the same night the president was celebrated at the male-only Gridiron Club dinner.

These celebrated "Stunt Parties" allowed women to showcase their wit and competence, leveling the playing field against the male-only press dinners with a similar format. wpcf.org to learn more

The Women's National Press Club established an annual press dinner of their own that featured, lighthearted satirical events spoofing politicians, government officials, and the press through comedy skits.