Council Press and Media Policy

The Council welcomes members of the press and TV media to cover our events, unless specific media restrictions apply. Events and speakers are publicized at least two weeks prior to the date of the event via e-mail media advisory, as well as posted to our website. These advisories will inform you of any special media opportunities, restrictions or schedules. If you wish to be added to our media advisory list, please e-mail msteed@wacphila.org. Members of the press/media are required to contact the Council prior to the event if you are interested in covering. Please call us at 215-561-4700, ext. 228, or e-mail msteed@wacphila.org to reserve space. No media walk-ins will be permitted.

• We ask that photojournalists limit photos to the first five minutes of the actual program and to not obstruct the view of our guests.
• Unless otherwise advised, photojournalists and press may not photograph or cover the speaker in any private briefings or receptions scheduled by the Council.
• Requests for speaker interviews are based on speaker’s availability and schedule. Please contact us if you wish a scheduled interview.
• Please advise us if you require any special accommodations such as a press ‘mult-box’ or other AV needs.
• The Council is happy to provide post-event photos should you require them for your publication. Please call us at 215-561-4700, ext. 228, or e-mail msteed@wacphila.org.
• We ask that the Council, as host of the speaker or event, be acknowledged in any publications or media covering an event.

Press, media and the general public are also welcome to promote or cover any event via social media. The Council’s Twitter feed is @wacphila and we may also be found on Facebook at World Affairs Council of Philadelphia.