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
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
Arkansas Press Women Honors Trailblazing Journalist: Celebrating the Remarkable Career of Eva Marie Pearson
In a tribute to a lifetime of journalistic excellence, Arkansas Press Women is shining a spotlight on its longest current member, Eva Marie Pearson, as she reflects on her 35-year career in the ever-evolving landscape of journalism. Pearson embarked on her journalism...
Arkansas High School Students Take Home National Awards
Thirteen Arkansas high school students earned national recognition in the National Federation of Press Women’s (NFPW) 2024 High School Communication Contest. Nearly 2,000 students participated in the contest sponsored by the National Federation of Press Women’s...
2024 APW Sweepstakes Winner Dwain Hebda Shares All
For the third year in a row, Dwain Hebda, founder and president of Ya!Mule Wordsmiths, has won the Arkansas Press Women’s Sweepstakes Award. Hebda, who also serves as editor in chief of AY Media Group and lead writer for Wheelhouse Publishing, is sharing invaluable...
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