Looking for the best work from 2019 by Washington regional writers
Quality regional reporting from Washington is more important than ever. Reporters who cover politicians and issues in Washington from a regional perspective are eligible for awards from the National Press Club journalism contest. Please enter your best work from 2019.
This prize recognizes the work of Washington-based regional reporters who provide a clear understanding of events, issues and politics of importance to a city, state or region. This contest honors reporters who demonstrate excellence and versatility in covering Washington from a local angle. The fee for an entry is $75, but entry is free for Club members. The winner gets a prize of $750.
There is a deadline of April 15 for the contest. Details on the different awards categories and how to enter are available online.
Entrants are encouraged to enter online, but if you prefer, the Club will accept entries mailed in the traditional way as long as they are postmarked before the deadline.
No matter how you enter, the most important thing is to make sure you submit your best journalism. The awards will be presented at an annual awards dinner at the Club this summer.
The contest also includes awards for political reporting, international coverage, consumer reporting and online journalism. It also includes awards for areas such as reporting on the welfare of animals, coverage of the journalism industry, newsletter journalism, the aviation industry, problems facing the elderly and humor writing.