
The Everett C. Parker Lecture has been a tradition in media justice for over 40 years.
The Annual Everett C. Parker Ethics in Telecommunications Lecture and Awards Ceremony is sponsored by the United Church of Christ Media Justice Ministry.
Parker Lecture Archive
A Look Back at Previous Parker Lectures
Parker Lecture in Ethics and Telecommunications
The Everett C. Parker Ethics in Telecommunications Lecture was created in 1982 to recognize Parker’s pioneering work as an advocate for the public’s rights in broadcasting. It is the only lecture in the country to examine telecommunications and the digital age from an ethical perspective.
Everett C. Parker Award
The Parker Award is given in recognition of an individual whose work embodies the principles and values of the public interest in telecommunications and the media.
Newton N. Minow Award
The Newton N. Minow award, established on the 50th Anniversary of Newton Minow’s famous “Vast Wasteland” speech, was created to especially honor an individual who has served at the highest levels in government and adheres to an exacting standard of excellence in serving the public. The award recognizes someone who has not only has worked tirelessly to serve the public interest, but also opened up the halls of power to ordinary Americans.
Donald H. McGannon Award
The McGannon Award is given in recognition of special contributions in advancing the roles of women and persons of color in the media.