The Founder’s Award is the highest honor bestowed by The National Press Photographer’s Association and recognizes the careers, achievements and contributions of the most deserving individuals in our field. Dr. Deborah Willis’ immeasurable contributions to visual journalism are unflinching.
Stories about groundbreaking women like Kamala Harris and Michelle Obama to elevating the work of Black photographers in “Reflections in Black: A History of Black Photographers 1840 to the Present,” have profoundly impacted our field. Her dedication and passion shine brightly, leaving us with an enduring visual history of African American images. The importance of the conversations she creates can not be understated, and we value her impact.
Dr. Deborah Willis Awarded the National Press Photographer’s Association Founders Award
