Welcome to Day 3 of #NABJ25! We hope you are enjoying the convention and taking advantage of all the amazing sessions, events, and networking opportunities.

Visit the NABJ Founders booth (#401) inside the Career Fair to sign the 50th Anniversary Book.  

Stop by the photo booth today and don't forget to tag #NABJ25 when posting! Located in the Atrium and Grand Ballroom Foyer.

Networking opportunities and a meal with #NABJ Partners

• Powered by Carnival Cruise Line Lunch| Friday, August 8 - 12 - 1:30 PM Room 203W
• Powered by BET Media Group Lunch | Friday, August 8 - 12 - 1:30 PM Room 205 A
• Powered by CBS News Inc. Lunch | Friday, August 8 - 12 - 1:30 PM

See what's happening today and check the #NABJ25 app to stay in the loop!

• The Future of Journalism: Finding Your Voice and Creating Your Path | Powered by Amazon
• The Cost of Resilience: Black Journalists Reporting on Systemic Violence | Presented by the NABJ Investigative Task Force
• Unraveling DEI: Investigative Journalism in the Era of Rollbacks | Presented by the NABJ Investigative Task Force
• Social Storytelling: The Rise of TikTok, YouTube and Social Media
• Succeeding as a Freelancer in the Modern Media World | Presented by the NABJ Arts & Entertainment Task Force
• The Misinformation Machine: How Disinformation Targets Black Leaders in Executive Office
• More Than a Woman: Beyoncé's Influence on Music Journalism & Business

The Visual Task Force has a curated selection of recent and historic images available for bidding. Register online to secure your favorite print. Our platform allows you to bid directly from your phone. You’ll receive notifications if you’ve been outbid.

Remember: The proceeds from our auction go towards the Visual Task Force Scholarship Fund. Auction and Donation purchases are tax-deductible.

Bidding closes on Saturday, 8/9 at 1 PM EST. Bid early and often!

Join us in honoring our Hall of Fame Inductees at the Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon on Friday, August 8, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Grand Ballroom.

Get your OFFICIAL #NABJ25 Gear at the NABJ Shop and the Cleveland Chapter Shop next to it! Proceeds support the Young Black Journalists (YBJ) Task Force. YBJ provides a forum, serves, and supports fellow journalists in their first few years. The Task Force annually recognizes emerging journalists doing exemplary work. Each item is made for journalists BY journalists.

Cash and cards are accepted. Visit soon, they always run out fast!

Always open online: bit.ly/NABJShop

Applications for the 2026 Leadership Academy are NOW OPEN!

Are you ready to ascend from management to the executive suite? This is your chance to enhance your leadership skills and propel your career to new heights. Apply to the 2026 Leadership Academy and submit your application by August 18th.

The Land Lounge

While you’re in Cleveland, indulge in our delicious local cuisine, talented performers, and amazing vendors representing our Black community at The Land Lounge. Located on Mall B outside The Atrium of the Huntington Convention Center, the space will be open for lunch, relaxation, and networking:

Friday, August. 8:

11:00 AM-2:00 PM, 3:30 PM-6:30 PM

Authentic Cleveland Experiences

Step into the heart and soul of Cleveland with immersive experiences crafted for attendees of the 2025 NABJ Annual Convention & Career Fair.

All experiences take place Saturday, Aug. 9, from 10:30 AM-1:30 PM

Join the #NABJ25 Scavenger Hunt! Download the Event Pilot app and look for the Scavenger Hunt icon to find instructions and clues. Be on the lookout for QR codes to scan and gain points to win big prizes:

• Score 100 points and be entered to win a commemorative 50th anniversary t-shirt and coffee mug or a shirt from the NABJ Cleveland Chapter (3 winners)
• Score 200 points and be entered to win 2 VIP tickets to the Sports Task Force Jam on Friday, August 8, at 9 PM. Points MUST BE earned by Friday, 12 PM. Winner will be notified by 2 PM on Friday.
• Earn 375 points and be entered to win 1 free #NABJ26 Registration.

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