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Military Reporters & Editors
A non-profit organization for journalists covering the military, national security and homeland defense.
The 2026 MRE Conference is Friday, Nov. 13 in Washington, DC.
A conference for all journalists covering the military!
After-Conference Tradition: The Combat Correspondent’s Dinner
Conference Fees
Public cost $74
MRE member cost $25*
Qualified journalists can join MRE and attend the conference for the same cost or less** as the public conference fee.
*Completed membership application must be submitted and acknowledged before conference registration. Conference fees cannot be prorated.
**Media membership fee for a year is as low as $25 with coupon for qualified journalists outside of the DC metro region or $49 for those based in Washington.
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Military Reporters & Editors is the leading organization for journalists covering national security.
MRE provides resources, support, and networking opportunities for its members, fostering excellence in journalism and promoting public understanding of military and national security affairs.
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Advocate
Assures that journalists have access to places where the U.S. military and its allies operate.
Inform
Advances public understanding of the military, national security and homeland defense.
Defend
Represents the interests of working journalists to the government and military.
Educate
Shares information on best journalism practices, tools and techniques.
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