Fallen Journalists Memorial Foundation
@FJMemorial
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MISSION: commemorate America’s commitment to a free press by honoring journalists who have sacrificed their lives in service to that cause.
Washington, DC
Joined June 2019
Today, we honor and remember Wallis Annenberg, who helped us launch the Fallen Journalists Memorial Foundation:
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July 28, 2025 (Washington, D.C.) – The Fallen Journalists Memorial Foundation issued the following statements in remembrance of Wallis Annenberg, former Chair, President, and CEO of the Annenberg...
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NEWS - We are thrilled to share the first images of the innovative design concept for the Fallen Journalists Memorial! The memorial will be the first of its kind at the National Mall dedicated to press freedom and journalists who have lost their lives in service to that cause.
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RT @washingtonian: Breaking: New “Fallen Journalists Memorial” plans unveiled for DC. The memorial near the National Mall will be the first….
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The memorial near the National Mall will be the first entirely glass memorial in the United States.
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RT @BarbaraCochran: Thank you to @BretBaier and his team for sharing the story of the Fallen Journalists Memorial @FJMemorial with his audi….
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We join the journalism community in welcoming @evangershkovich and Alsu Kurmasheva home after being wrongfully detained in Russia. Journalists work every day to shine light on dark corners of the world and should never be used as pawns to try to silence a free press.
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Six years ago today, 5 people were tragically killed in a targeted attack on the @capitalgazette newsroom in Annapolis, MD. We honor those who lost their lives & remember the dangers journalists face in the pursuit of truth. Learn how we're honoring them:
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Friday marks the 5th anniversary of the Fallen Journalists Memorial Foundation & our effort to build a memorial to honor fallen journalists and commemorate press freedom. See our open letter:
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An esteemed group of former White House Press Secretaries formed a committee in support of our mission to commemorate press freedom. The coalition is co-chaired by @DeeMyers and @DanaPerino – Dana shared the exciting news on @TheFive last night. Watch the clip:
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The Fallen Journalists Memorial Foundation today announced the formation of a White House Press Secretaries Committee in support of the Fallen Journalists Memorial. Read more here:
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April 25 2024 – Washington, D.C. – The Fallen Journalists Memorial Foundation today announced the formation of a White House Press Secretaries Committee in support of the Fallen Journalists Memorial....
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Fallen Journalists Memorial Foundation Selects Chicago-Based @JohnRonanArch to Design its Memorial at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Read more here:
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The internationally recognized design firm will partner closely with the foundation’s leadership to create historic tribute to fallen journalists & press freedom. March 13, 2024 – Washington, D.C. –...
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Four finalists advance in competition to design the Fallen Journalists Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Read more about the four finalists here:.
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The Foundation’s Design Team Selection Committee recommends a select group of architecture and design teams to submit design concepts for the memorial. WASHINGTON, D.C., (December 4, 2023) – Today,...
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RT @nujp: The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines condemns the brazen killing of Juan Jumalon, also known as DJ Johnny Walker,….
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We’re saddened to learn of the death of Philippine journalist Juan Jumalon who was fatally shot while live on air Sunday morning. We extend our condolences to Mr. Jumalon’s loved ones and colleagues and will honor his legacy as we continue in the global fight for #pressfreedom.
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RT @IWMF: 🚨Urgent: Award-winning Ukrainian journalist, Victoria Roshchyna, has been missing since August 3, 2023, after entering Russia-occ….
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Foundation President @BarbaraCochran speaks to @WUSA9 about remembering those killed at the @capitalgazette 5 yrs ago today and building a memorial to fallen journalists and a free and independent press.
Today marks five years since the horrific #MassShooting at the #CapitalGazette newsroom in #Annapolis. Five people died in that shooting. Today we heard from friends and family, reflecting on the anniversary. @wusa9
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In today’s @baltimoresun former Rep. David Dreier, our founder and Chairman, reflects on the sacrifices journalists make every day to report the news, and the bipartisan partnership with @SenatorCardin that has helped make the memorial possible.
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In the 1980s, Ben Cardin and I went to Congress from very different places, both politically and geographically. I was a young Republican elected in 1980 from a suburban Los Angeles district as Ron…
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We honor those killed five years ago today in the tragic and targeted attack on the @capitalgazette newsroom in Annapolis, MD. Journalism is a public service, but far too often, journalists face dangers in their everyday lives when reporting the news.
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RT @HutzellRick: Wednesday there will be a ceremony at the Guardians of the First Amendment memorial in Annapolis. There will be speeches,….
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The June 28, 2018 mass shooting at The Capital and the staff’s dedication to publishing an edition the next day became a symbol of enduring press freedom.
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