Press Credential Information
The National Summit on Disability Policy 2010 will take place at the Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel, 999 9th Street, NW, Washington, DC, July 25–28, 2010.
Press credentials to cover the Summit will be restricted to journalists assigned to cover the Summit. Credentials must be submitted in advance by July 23, 2010. Requests for credentials may not be accepted after the deadline and only a limited number of credentials will be granted.
Please complete the attached application (MS Word) and fax or email to:
Mark S. Quigley
National Council on Disability
1331 F Street, NW, Suite 850
Washington, DC 20004
202-272-2022 fax
mquigley@ncd.gov
Press Room
The press room at the convention will provide a phone line, power strips at each table, Wi-Fi wireless internet access. We encourage credentialed media to bring their own laptops. The press room is accessible on a first-come, first-served basis since space is limited by reporters with credentials. Space is limited.
Broadcasting Live at the Convention
Companies seeking to broadcast their radio/TV program live from the convention must apply for credentials as indicated above. Credentials must be applied for each person working on-site. Credentialed broadcast media must then contact Mark Quigley at 202-272-2008 to make all logistical arrangements, including audio-visual needs. Companies broadcasting live will be responsible for their own audio-visual costs.
Acceptant and Notification
NCD reserves the right to decline any requests for credentials. Applicants requesting press credentials or workspace will be notified via e-mail upon receipt of the application form. NCD will approve credential requests and notify your news organization of its status.