Washington Press Association

The Washington Press Association is a diverse organization of professional communicators that is open to women and men. Members work for newspapers, magazines, colleges, government, corporations, non-profit agencies, communications businesses, a variety of organizations and associations, and are self-employed.

Founded in 1946, WPA is affiliated with the National Federation of Press Women (NFPW). Both organizations promote the highest ethical standards, foster exchanges of journalistic ideas and experiences, and serve the public's right-to-know.

WPA offers a nurturing atmosphere for career enhancement through networking with other members in similar positions. Our annual state wide Communications Contest recognizes member's professional work with first place winners in this competition going on to NFPW's nation-wide Communications Contest.