

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Elevate 2026: HBCU Digital Media Conference
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 am – Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Two days of learning, networking, and inspiration for HBCU students shaping the future of media and storytelling.About this EventElevate 2026: HBCU Digital Media Conference is a premier gathering dedicated to empowering the next generation of HBCU journalists, and media innovators.Hosted by the HBCU Digital Media Collaborative, this two-day experience brings together students, faculty, and industry leaders from across the country for immersive sessions, hands-on workshops, and meaningful networking opportunities with top media organizations.This year’s conference focuses on the future of journalism, storytelling, and technology, helping HBCU students bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application. Attendees will explore emerging trends in media innovation, journalism leadership, content creation, and career readiness while connecting directly with professionals shaping the future of the industry.Who Should AttendHBCU students, recent graduates, faculty, campus media leaders, and aspiring media professionals seeking to build connections, sharpen skills, and gain exposure to emerging opportunities across journalism and technology.Hotel Registration Linkhttps://www.sonesta.com/royal-sonesta/dc/washington/royal-sonesta-washington-dc-dupont-circle?isGroupCode=true&amp;groupCode=G021826HBCU&amp;checkin=2026-03-30&amp;checkout=2026-04-01About the HBCU Digital Media CollaborativeThe HBCU Digital Media Collaborative is an organization dedicated to digitally transforming HBCU news ecosystems, empowering student journalists, and expanding career pathways in media, technology, and storytelling. Through training, mentorship, and partnerships, the Collaborative connects HBCU talent with real-world opportunities to thrive in today’s media landscape.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/elevate-2026-hbcu-digital-media-conference/100001967743332277
- **Event Categories**: business, conferences, workshops, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1

## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Washington
- **state**: DC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle
- **lat**: 38.909845
- **long**: -77.0473779
- **full address**: The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle, 2121 P Street Northwest, Washington, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: HBCU Collaborative (https://allevents.in/org/hbcu-collaborative/27115074)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 am (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle, 2121 P Street Northwest, Washington, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** HBCU Collaborative
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, conferences, workshops, storytelling
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Elevate 2026: HBCU Digital Media Conference ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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