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Join The Chicago Reporter for an inspiring evening celebrating the photographers who document Chicago&#39;s most critical justice stories. Experience powerful visual journalism that captures the reality of our communities, from environmental racism and housing inequities to criminal justice reform and education disparities. This inaugural showcase honors Chicagoland photojournalists across three experience levels, recognizing those who use their cameras to demand accountability and amplify voices that deserve to be heard. What to Expect:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic; box-sizing: inherit;">Exhibition featuring award-winning photography from across Chicagoland</li><li fr-original-style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic; box-sizing: inherit;">Awards ceremony honoring winners in Student/Emerging, Established Professional, and Veteran Professional categories</li><li fr-original-style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic; box-sizing: inherit;">Participate in choosing our People&#39;s Choice Winner that evening</li><li fr-original-style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic; box-sizing: inherit;">Light hors d&#39;oeuvres and refreshments</li><li fr-original-style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic; box-sizing: inherit;">Networking with photographers, journalists, community organizers, advocates, and nonprofit leaders</li><li fr-original-style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic; box-sizing: inherit;">Behind-the-lens conversations about the stories that shaped the images</li></ul>Why Attend: &nbsp;Support independent journalism. Meet the visual storytellers documenting our city&#39;s fight for equity. Be inspired by images that challenge, inform, and move us toward a more just Chicago. All proceeds support The Chicago Reporter&#39;s mission to investigate issues of race, poverty, and social justice in the Chicago metropolitan area. Limited capacity. Reserve your spot today. Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

Hi <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; color: rgb(42, 42, 196); padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you for securing your spot at the Justice Photojournalism Contest on Thursday, May 14, 2026! Your support directly advances The Chicago Reporter&#39;s mission to shine a light on issues of race, poverty, and social justice in our communities. We&#39;re honored to have you join us for this celebration of the photographers who document Chicago&#39;s most important stories. Event Details:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Location: Park Social Chicago</li></ul>Please save this email for your records. We&#39;ll send event reminders as May 14 approaches. In the meantime, follow us on social media to meet the winning photographers and get a preview of the powerful work you&#39;ll experience at the showcase. See you on May 14Dr. Ebony Only, Interim PublisherThe Chicago Reporter

Join The Chicago Reporter for an inspiring evening celebrating the photographers who document Chicago's most critical justice stories. Experience powerful visual journalism that captures the reality of our communities, from environmental racism and housing inequities to criminal justice reform and education disparities. This inaugural showcase honors Chicagoland photojournalists across three experience levels, recognizing those who use their cameras to demand accountability and amplify voices that deserve to be heard. What to Expect:<ul><li>Exhibition featuring award-winning photography from across Chicagoland</li><li>Awards ceremony honoring winners in Student/Emerging, Established Professional, and Veteran Professional categories</li><li>Participate in choosing our People's Choice Winner that evening</li><li>Light hors d'oeuvres and refreshments</li><li>Networking with photographers, journalists, community organizers, advocates, and nonprofit leaders</li><li>Behind-the-lens conversations about the stories that shaped the images</li></ul>Why Attend:  Support independent journalism. Meet the visual storytellers documenting our city's fight for equity. Be inspired by images that challenge, inform, and move us toward a more just Chicago. All proceeds support The Chicago Reporter's mission to investigate issues of race, poverty, and social justice in the Chicago metropolitan area. Limited capacity. Reserve your spot today. Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

The Chicago Reporter

The Chicago Reporter's Photojournalism Contest Tickets

4455 S King Dr Suite 101B

General Admission

$45

On Site Admission

$70

Early Bird Admission

$50

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