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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Public Information
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Education
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Authors
Retired Communicators
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
Arkansas Press Women to Host Fall Conference on ‘Resilient Storytelling for a New Era’ Featuring Pulitzer-Winning Editor Ziva Branstetter, Route 66 Panel
Arkansas Press Women (APW) will hold its fall conference on Saturday, Nov. 14, bringing together journalists, public relations specialists, authors, and student communicators from across the region for a day of professional development and mentorship.
2026 APW Fall Conference: Resilient Storytelling for a New Era
Conference Schedule 8:30-9 a.m. | Registration & Networking9-9:15 a.m. | Welcome RemarksSpeaker: NFPW President Debbie Miller 9:15-10:15 a.m. | Route 66: Still Getting Our Kicks in 2026 Speakers: Cora Scott, Director of Public Information & Civic Engagement...
APW New Board Member Spotlight: Patrina Robinson
Arkansas Press Women is pleased to spotlight Patrina Robinson, a retired communications professional and longtime community advocate whose 29 years of service to the state of Arkansas reflect her dedication to public service, community engagement, and helping others. She is now serving as Arkansas Press Women’s new secretary.
Events
Arkansas Press Women to Host Fall Conference on ‘Resilient Storytelling for a New Era’ Featuring Pulitzer-Winning Editor Ziva Branstetter, Route 66 Panel
Arkansas Press Women (APW) will hold its fall conference on Saturday, Nov. 14, bringing together journalists, public relations specialists, authors, and student communicators from across the region for a day of professional development and mentorship.
2026 APW Fall Conference: Resilient Storytelling for a New Era
Conference Schedule 8:30-9 a.m. | Registration & Networking9-9:15 a.m. | Welcome RemarksSpeaker: NFPW President Debbie Miller 9:15-10:15 a.m. | Route 66: Still Getting Our Kicks in 2026 Speakers: Cora Scott, Director of Public Information & Civic Engagement...
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...