With large-scale cutbacks in newsrooms and ongoing attacks against press freedom, one can begin to feel depressed and under siege.

Well, we are under siege, but that does not mean we have to be depressed.

The Washington DC chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists is reviving an old tradition: The Newz Schmooze.

Newz Schmooze Revitalized brings journalists and media professionals together for candid conversation, practical insight and real connection. Share what you’re working on, compare notes on the beat, and trade ideas that strengthen your reporting.  And maybe pass along a tip or two for possible work.

This gathering reflects the core mission of the DC SPJ chapter: promoting a free press, ethical journalism and a building a strong community of reporters in the DMV region. At future gatherings we might be able to focus on a specific topic with a special guest. Let us know what you would like to talk about.

Join us at the Ragtime Restaurant in Arlington, VA, just a few steps from the Courthouse Metro station on the Orange line.  We will supply nibble food and non-alcoholic drinks.

Sign up HERE.