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Press symposium explores role of media in covering presidency

Virtual event’s panelists include White House Press Secretary Psaki and the Blade’s Chris Johnson

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Chris Johnson, gay news, Washington Blade

The Georgetown Institute of Politics and Public Service and the White House Correspondents’ Association host “The Press, The Presidency and Trust,” on Wednesday, May 5, beginning at 11:30 a.m.

This virtual three-panel symposium explores the important role of the media in covering the presidency. Topics include previous challenges, diversity and the way forward.

Panel 1 features former and current White House correspondents and press secretaries discussing the evolving norms and challenges shaping their relationship. Panel 2 focuses on diversity in the briefing room and panelists include Yamiche Alcindor from PBS NewsHour, Janet Rodriguez from Univision, Seung Min Kim from The Washington Post and Chris Johnson from the Washington Blade.

Panel 3 panelist Jen Psaki, Biden-Harris Administration White House Press Secretary, discusses lessons from past administrations and their relationship with the press moving forward.

To register for this virtual event, visit bit.ly/TrustSymposium or visit politics.georgetown.edu/trust.

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Celebrate Trans Day of Vision in D.C.

Potluck picnic and rally to be held at Malcolm X Park

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Trans rights supporters will gather Sunday at Malcolm X Park. (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

The DC Center for the LGBT Community will celebrate Trans Day of Vision with a potluck picnic and rally on Sunday, March 30 at 1 p.m. at Malcolm X Park.

At this event, attendees will gather in community and solidarity and share their vision and what liberation means to them as the D.C. queer community loudly proclaims that visibility and polite requests for acceptance are not enough.

Visit the DC Center’s website to RSVP

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DC Center to host ‘Support Group Facilitator Training’

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The DC Center for the LGBT Community will host a “Support Group Facilitator Training” on Saturday, March 29 at 1 p.m. on Zoom. 

This training will provide information required for becoming a Support Group Facilitator at the DC Center. The training will also provide support for concerns from current facilitators as well as provide an opportunity to discuss ethics and best practices. Group leaders and facilitators that operate support groups within the DC Center are encouraged to come to learn, share challenges, and solutions.

To RSVP, visit the DC Center’s website

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Calendar: March 28-April 3

LGBTQ events in the days to come

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Friday, March 28

“Center Aging Monthly Luncheon and Yoga” will be at 12 p.m. at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. Lunch will be held in the climate-controlled atrium at the Reeves Center. For more details, email [email protected]

Trans Discussion Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This group is intended to provide an emotionally and physically safe space for trans people and those who may be questioning their gender identity/expression to join together in community and learn from one another. For more details, email [email protected]

Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community Happy Hour” at 7 p.m. at DIK Bar. This event is ideal for making new friends, professional networking, idea-sharing, and community building. This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Saturday, March 29

Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community Brunch” at 11 a.m. at Freddie’s Beach Bar & Restaurant. This fun weekly event brings the DMV area LGBTQ+ community, including Allies, together for delicious food and conversation. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Sunday, March 30

Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community Coffee and Conversation” at 12 p.m. at As You Are. This event is for those looking to make more friends and meaningful connections in the LGBTQ community. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community FunDay Social” at 4 p.m. at Moxy. This event is a gathering of members of the LGBTQ+ Community. About 20 LGBTQ folk are expected. It’s free to attend and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Monday, March 31

“Center Aging Monday Coffee & Conversation” will be at 10 a.m. on Zoom. This is a social hour for older LGBTQ adults. Guests are encouraged to bring a beverage of choice. For more details, email [email protected]

Tuesday, April 1

Universal Pride Meeting will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This group seeks to support, educate, empower, and create change for people with disabilities. For more details, email [email protected]

Wednesday, April 2

Job Club will be at 6 p.m. on Zoom. This is a weekly job support program to help job entrants and seekers, including the long-term unemployed, improve self-confidence, motivation, resilience and productivity for effective job searches and networking — allowing participants to move away from being merely “applicants” toward being “candidates.” For more information, email [email protected] or visit thedccenter.org/careers.

“Protecting Your Peace and Cultivating Queer Joy” will be at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. This is a free 1.5-hour workshop discussing boundaries, resilience, and forms of resistance for the LGBTQ community in the Washington, D.C., region. For more details, register on the DC Center for the LGBT Community’s website

Center Aging Women’s Social and Discussion Group will be at 6 p.m. on Zoom. This group is a place where older LGBTQ women can meet and socialize with one another. There will be discussion, activities, and a chance for you to share what you want future events to include. For more details, email [email protected]

Thursday, April 3

The DC Center’s Fresh Produce Program will be held all day at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. People will be informed on Wednesday at 5 p.m. if they are picked to receive a produce box. No proof of residency or income is required. For more information, email [email protected] or call 202-682-2245. 

Virtual Yoga with Sarah M. will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This is a free weekly class focusing on yoga, breath work, and meditation. For more details, visit the DC Center for the LGBT Community’s website.

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