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.
Journalism
Public Information
Business
Education
Government
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
Remembering Bill Shrum: A Life of Journalism, Service, and Friendship
Journalist. Santa Claus. Volunteer. Friend. Holmanite. Cancer survivor. Uncle Bill. City Council member. Bill Shrum never met a stranger in his 75 years of life. “He had a remarkable gift for making young people feel seen, valued, and celebrated,” wrote Cindy...
Arkansas Students Recognized in 2026 Press Women High School Communications Contest
The Arkansas Press Women (APW) have announced the winners of the 2026 High School Communications Contest, recognizing outstanding student work in journalism, photography, broadcasting, and media production from across the state. This year’s contest showcased...
APW New Member Spotlight: Toni Boyer Stewart
Arkansas Press Women is pleased to welcome Toni Boyer Stewart, a new member who is already making an impact by serving as APW’s College Scholarship Chair. Toni retired from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock in 2024, where she worked as a website marketing...
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...