Members of Congress, Policy Advocate to be Honored in DC by the National Hispanic Media Coalition

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 30, 2016

CONTACT Courtney Holsworth 989.572.8162 press@balestramedia.com

WEDNESDAY: Members of Congress, Policy Advocate to be Honored in DC by the National Hispanic Media Coalition

7th Annual NHMC Washington, D.C. Impact Awards Reception to Honor Policymakers Protecting People of Color, Bridging the Digital Divide

WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Wednesday, November 30 at 5:30 pm, the National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) will honor Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez, Congressman Xavier Becerra, and media policy advocate Cheryl Leanza, 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: Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez - Outstanding Public Service Congressman Xavier Becerra - Outstanding Public Service Cheryl A. Leanza - Outstanding Advocate WHEN: Wednesday, November 30, 2016 5:30 pm - Reception 6:00 pm - Remarks WHERE: National Association of Broadcasters 1771 N Street NW Washington, D.C., 20036 RSVP: For credentials, please email: press@balestramedia.com For six years, NHMC has honored individuals from the Washington, D.C. area who are working to enact policies that that benefit people of color. Past honorees include Senator Robert Menendez, Senator Ed Markey, Congresswoman Anna G. Eshoo, Congressman José E. Serrrano, Congressman Ben Ray Luján, Congressman Raúl Grijalva, Congressman 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 National Association of Broadcasters and T-Mobile.

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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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