The 19th + Journalists of Color (JOC) Networking Mixer

The 19th was born out of a commitment to equity in journalism, and we believe the future of this work lies in connection and community. That’s why we’re partnering with the Journalists of Color community to throw a networking mixer during ONA, and we’d love for you to join us!

This special afternoon gathering is hosted by The 19th’s Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Fellowship program, which supports early- and mid-career HBCU alums with full-time salaried roles in our newsroom, and The 19th News Network (19NN), a collective of national, regional and local publishers seeking to advance racial and gender equity in politics and policy journalism.

Both the HBCU fellowship and 19NN are part of our broader mission: creating more space, support and visibility for journalists who’ve historically been left out of the industry.

This year, we’ll raise a glass to JOC as they celebrate a decade of connection among journalists of color. Founded in 2015 as a Slack community, it has grown into a global network of more than 5,100 members, bringing together journalists who seek support and solidarity.

If you’re in New Orleans, come hang with us! Meet The 19th’s fellows, 19NN partners, JOCs and this year’s journalism scholars from local HBCUs. Let’s celebrate our vibrant journalism community with informal conversations, meaningful connections and lots of delicious light bites and beverages.

ACCESSIBILITY:

• Copper Vine is 900 feet from the Hyatt Regency New Orleans. (View the space.)
• Its front entrance is ADA accessible and there’s an elevator to the Palmetto and Wisteria Rooms on the second floor where the event is being held.
• Restrooms are all-gender and ADA accessible.
• This is an indoor event with outdoor balcony space.
• Seating options include chairs with and without arms.
• Masks are available and encouraged, but not required.
• There will be no music or moving lights.
• This is a low-scent event; we ask that attendees avoid wearing strong fragrances.
• The balcony is available for guests who need a break from socializing.
• Gluten-, dairy- and nut-free food options, as well as non-alcoholic drinks, are available.

If you have accessibility needs not addressed here, please reach out to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to support you!

PARKING: Copper Vine does not offer free parking, but nearby lots are available. Rates at the Universal Parking Garage at 412 O'Keefe Avenue range from $10 for three hours to $12 for six hours.

Thank you to our sponsor, SUFFS!

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