National Federation of Press Women: Join Us

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Membership Application and Renewal Form

Good Reasons to Join

Do your career a favor and check out the benefits of membership in National Federation of Press Women. Then sign up!

Conference
Hear speakers at the top of their fields at our annual professional development conference ... get acquainted with your peers from across the nation ... all at a reduced rate for members. And don’t forget about state conferences and seminars throughout the year. Check with your state affiliate.

See details on the 2008 NFPW Communications Conference, Sept. 11-13 in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Competitions & Recognition
Win accolades for your work in our national communications competition. Compete for Communicator of Achievement, our top honor bestowed upon a member for professional and civic contributions. Get acquainted with and mentor the next generation through our High School Communications Competition.
Job Bank
Jump to the head of the job-search line. Our expansive Job Bank features coast-to-coast openings in all fields of communications – from entry level positions to those for seasoned pros.
Discounted libel insurance
Feel more secure with libel insurance available at a discounted rate for NFPW members. The plan covers legal defense costs, damages and protection from lawsuits. It’s the ideal cost-effective solution for freelancers and those writing independently. For more information, click here.
Education Fund Grants
The NFPW Education Fund was established to fund education opportunities for NFPW members and students to broaden their knowledge and skills. It is funded through contributions.

In addition, the fund awards two types of grants:

1. Grants to help underwrite the cost of non-NFPW conferences and seminars for a limited number of applicants seeking to sharpen their professional skills

2. A grant awarded once a year to a member attending an NFPW conference for the first time

Please download these forms to apply for a grant or reimbursement:

Professional Development Grant Application (pdf)

Conference Application (pdf)
Deadline: 45 days before start of conference

The fund operates as an entity separate from NFPW.

For members...Education Fund bylaws and officers are available on the MEMBERS ONLY page.

If you do not have Acrobat software, you may download Acrobat Reader now at no charge.

First Amendment Network (FAN)
Sign up for FAN and join NFPW’s grassroots e-mail alert system that will notify you when action is needed on First Amendment issues. Then it’s up to you to speak out and be heard on critical issues. NFPW members can join at no charge. Nonmembers pay $100/year.

Read more about FAN and NFPW's ongoing efforts to protect First Amendment rights.

Read our FAN Brochure (pdf)
To sign up

Networking
Be one of us and you have instant connections throughout the nation. With the fluid movement of professionals from one sector to another within the communications field, NFPW contacts can give you an edge. Learn about other career opportunities in the communications field ... exchange ideas ... enjoy support ... explore job leads ... learn from a mentor ... develop friendships. It’s as powerful as you make it.
Membership Directory
Stay connected to all NFPW members though our nationwide directory available online on the password-protected Members Only page.
Newsletter
Stay up to date on NFPW and communication issues through AGENDA, our dynamic, full-color publication issued four times a year. Download the current issue in pdf format.
"Members-Only" page
Through the password-protected Members-Only page, members can access the nationwide membership directory, renew memberships, submit a change of address, download past and current issues of the AGENDA newsletter, and check on current bylaws, officer duties, forms and other NFPW archival and governance information. We also offer recruitment and retention ideas ... and other valuable resources.
Leadership Development
Sharpen your leadership skills by becoming active on the state and national levels. The more involved you are, the more you’ll benefit from the organization.
Student membership level
If you’re a student, join NFPW at a discounted rate and jump-start your career. Start making connections now ... in your own state ... or anywhere in the nation. Apply now!
NFPW-branded credit card
Use your MBNA affinity credit card and a percentage of your charges goes to NFPW. Keeping NFPW strong means a more powerful organization for us all. If you wish to apply, click here.

Convinced? Now it’s time to make your move!

How to Join

There’s no reason to wait. Sign up now and start networking! When you’re one of us, you’ll have supportive colleagues and friends throughout the nation.

Just follow these simple steps:

1. Choose the membership level right for you:

Professional
Any communicator actively engaged in any aspect of communications for remuneration.
Student
Those enrolled full- or part-time in a college or university communications program or related field; and those working in the communications field who are enrolled in classes.
Retired
Professionals who have been an NFPW member in good standing for at least five years and no longer receive substantial remuneration for work in the communications field.
At-large
Those living in a state with no affiliate. At-large members pay only national dues in the professional, student or retired category, and may compete as an at-large entrant in the annual communications contest.

Option: Check our list of state affiliates and join one near you. You pay national and state dues, compete in the state’s communications contest and are eligible to participate in all affiliate activities.
Corporate
Those companies who wish to support employees’ membership in NFPW by signing up five members for the price of four. To qualify, five membership renewal/application forms must be submitted with a company check for four memberships.

2. Determine your dues total

Check the dues chart (.doc, pdf) and total NFPW, state and local chapter (Kansas only) dues. At-large members pay only national dues:

NFPW DUES:
Professional: $53
Student: $10
Retired: $20

The dues cycle is based on the calendar year. Those joining between April and August will receive a $20 coupon toward the following year's dues when they renew. Dues paid by those joining in September or later will cover the entire following year.

3. Complete and submit your application

You may submit your application with credit card information online through our secure site. Or you may print the application and mail with your check or pay by credit card. Credit card is the only form of payment accepted if application is faxed.

Please make your checks payable to National Federation of Press Women. We will relay appropriate dues to your state affiliate and any local chapter.

Application form:

Application and Renewal Form - online

Downloadable forms:

Fill out online, then print and mail or fax (.doc)

Download form, fill out and mail or fax (.doc, pdf)

These forms may be faxed only if you are paying by credit card.

Please mail to:

NFPW Membership Department
P.O. Box 34798
Alexandria, VA 22334-0798

Fax: 703-812-4555

Please allow about 21 days for processing. When complete, we’ll send you a snappy membership card identifying you as a member of National Federation of Press Women. Carry it proudly!

4. Start networking!

Check out your state affiliate or the one closest to you! Then start contacting fellow NFPW members!

For more information on joining NFPW, contact us.

Welcome to National Federation of Press Women!

Congratulations on a very smart career move!