An Association of Professional Communicators
Arkansas Press Women
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Who We Are
Arkansas Press Women is an association of professional communicators in journalism, public information, business, education and government.
Arkansas Press Women
Professional Development and Support
We support each other through professional development, recognition and competition, networking among ourselves and through related organizations, and celebrating our triumphs and disasters together.
We support our profession by working to protect First Amendment rights and Freedom of Information laws, adhering to a Code of Ethics and supporting youth activities and education.
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Continuing Education
Professional development opportunities are offered throughout the year online and in-person with workshops and conferences.
Communications Contests
Professionals and students can compete statewide and nationally through annual APW communications contests.
Supporting Students
APW awards a $1,000 scholarship every year to an Arkansas college student majoring in communications or journalism.
News
APW New Member Spotlight: Sonny Rhodes
Arkansas Press Women is pleased to spotlight Sonny Rhodes, a longtime journalist, educator, and community leader who recently joined the APW Board as its historian.
NFPW Webinar Explores How to Launch and Grow a Successful Freelance Communications Business
Whether you’re considering freelancing as a full-time career or looking to supplement your current work, the National Federation of Press Women (NFPW) will offer practical advice during its next Virtual Professional Development Series webinar at noon on Oct. 14.
APW names winners of 2026 Communications Contest
Ya!Mule Wordsmiths’ Hebda receives 5th straight Sweepstakes Award Arkansas Press Women announced winners of its annual Professional Communications Contest at an awards luncheon Saturday at Central Baptist College in Conway. Work produced in a variety of communications...
Events
APW to Host 2026 Awards Ceremony on May 30
The Arkansas Press Women (APW) will recognize winners of its 2026 Professional Communications Contest during a luncheon on Saturday, May 30. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Community Room of the Central Baptist College Mabee Student Center in...
Enter Your Best of 2025 into APW Communications Contest
We invite you to enter your favorite pieces of work in the annual Arkansas Press Women's Professional Communications Contest. Prospective entrants should note the early deadline for entries vying for state and, possibly, national...
APW 75th Anniversary Investigative Reporting Mini Grant
Arkansas Press Women is excited to announce an investigative journalism grant opportunity that is available to full-time and freelance reporters who live and work in Arkansas. The $750 mini-grant will be awarded to a print, TV, radio, magazine or web journalist who...