ADVISORY: WEDS NOV. 29: Members of Congress, Policy Advocate Bridging Digital Divide to be Honored in DC by the National Hispanic Media Coalition

MEDIA ADVISORY FOR: November 29, 2017  

CONTACT: Clarissa Corona 213.718.0732 communications@nhmc.org

WEDS NOV. 29: Members of Congress, Policy Advocate Bridging Digital Divide to be Honored in DC by the National Hispanic Media Coalition

8th Annual NHMC Washington, D.C. Impact Awards Reception to Honor Policymakers Protecting People of Color

  WASHINGTON, DC - On Wednesday, November 29 at 6:00 pm, the National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) will honor Congresswoman Maxine Waters, Senator Catherine Cortez Mastro and media policy advocate Angela Campbell, for their contributions toward policies that bridge the digital divide and protect the interests of the Latino community and other people of color. Event Details: WHAT: Reception honoring Washington, D.C. influencers whose work fighting for more inclusive and progressive policies have greatly benefited people of color. WHO: Honorees include: Congresswoman Maxine Waters - Outstanding Public Service Impact Award Senator Catherine Cortez Masto - Outstanding Public Service Impact Award Angela Campbell, Professor of Law and Co-Director of the Institute for Public Representation - Outstanding Advocate Impact Award WHEN: Wednesday, November 29, 2017 5:30 pm - Reception 6:00 pm - Remarks WHERE: National Association of Broadcasters 1771 N Street NW Washington, DC RSVP: For credentials, please email: jareyah@balestramedia.com At its 8th annual Washington, D.C. Impact Awards Reception, NHMC recognizes policymakers and influencers that are working to bridge the digital divide and advocating for policies that protect Latinos and other people of color. Past honorees include Senator Robert Menendez, Senator Ed Markey, Congresswoman Anna G. Eshoo, Congressman José E. Serrano, Congressman Ben Ray Luján, Congressman Raúl Grijalva, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard, Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, FCC Commissioners Mignon Clyburn, Jessica Rosenworcel and then-FCC Commissioner Michael J. Copps, and then-Congresswoman Hilda Solis. NHMC's title reception sponsor is the National Association of Broadcasters. Platinum sponsors include Sprint, Univison and Fusion TV.  

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The National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) is the media watchdog for the Latino community, ensuring that we are fairly and consistently represented in news and entertainment and that our voices are heard over the airwaves and on the internet. We exist to challenge executives and influencers throughout the entertainment and news industry to eliminate barriers for Latinos to express themselves and be heard through every type of medium. NHMC works to bring decision-makers to the table to open new opportunities for Latinos to create, contribute and consume programming that is inclusive, free from bias and hate rhetoric, affordable and culturally relevant. Receive real-time updates on Facebook, Twitter @NHMC and Instagram @NHMC_org.]]>

National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) is a 40+ year old 501(c)(3) non-profit, nonpartisan, civil and human rights organization that was founded to eliminate hate, discrimination, and racism toward Latino and marginalized communities.

We advance Latino visibility and influence from the halls of Washington, D.C., to the studios of Hollywood. Through our media advocacy and workforce development initiatives, NHMC creates spaces where diverse creators can connect, collaborate, and thrive. Our Series Scriptwriters Program, Latinx Stream Showcase, Creators Networking Program, Careers in Entertainment Youth Program, and Media Advocacy Fellowships serve as both incubators and pipelines, preparing the next generation of storytellers, advocates, and industry leaders. Through mentorship, education, networking opportunities, and direct access to entertainment executives, these programs help transform emerging talent into lasting industry voices while expanding authentic representation across media.

We lead the work to eliminate online hate and disinformation across media platforms. We advocate in the space of Artificial Intelligence when it intersects with civil & human rights, including making sure Latino-Interest and children’s protections are included in AI initiatives and implementations. We advocate for the Affordable Connectivity Program, Lifeline Program, Net Neutrality protections, and closing the digital divide for Latino and other marginalized communities. NHMC works in partnership with other social justice organizations to safeguard democracy in the United States of America.

NHMC is a not-for-profit, and provides equal opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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