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The mission of the Virginia Press Association is to support our membership through responsive services and resources. We champion the common interests of Virginia newspapers and the ideals of a free press in a democratic society. Since 1881, the Virginia Press Association has been an unwavering advocate for newspapers in the Commonwealth.
Advocacy
We advocate for our members in the Virginia General Assembly and work to ensure legislation that favors a free and vibrant press—as well as an open and transparent government—is enacted.
Training & Education
We support our members through training and education with services designed to improve and enhance their respective publications. We believe in the work of our members and strive to constantly improve the practices and standards of journalism in the Commonwealth.
Member Services
We hold one of the largest news and advertising competitions in the country for our members, receiving more than 4,500 entries each year.
Fax: 1-802-229-4801. Office Hours – 8:00AM – 4:00PM M-F. Summer hours (July & August): 8:00AM – 3:00PM M-F. Patrick Gymnasium, University of Vermont. Directions to Barre Auditorium.
VPA has several standing committees and subcommittees as well as ad hoc workgroups, including Membership, Professional Development, Legislative, FOIA, Public Notices and Contest. If you are interested in joining one of our committees or workgroups, please contact info@vpa.net.
To view and download the Virginia Press Association Constitution and Bylaws, please follow the link given below.
The greatest asset the Virginia Press Association has is our members. To support our members, VPA offers a wide range of benefits and resources, including the following:
Advocacy and Lobbying
VPA’s expert public policy team, which includes a professional lobbyist, works year-round to protect media-related interests at the state and national levels. Issues we advocate for include Public Notices, FOIA, transparency, 1st amendment rights and more.
Recognition Programs
VPA’s awards program recognizes the hard work and talent of Virginia’s news industry each year.
Advertising Services
VPA’s advertising team works with advertising clients to place ads in VPA member publications. Members can also access our discount networks, market research, and more.
Training and Professional Development
VPA offers many opportunities for training and professional development including the annual conference, experiential workshops, webinars, and technical assistance.
Significant discounts and scholarships are available for VPA members.
Industry Resources
Members have access to our newly enhanced Job Board, FOIA/libel hotline, press services and press passes, free meeting space, publications, group insurance and more.
Networking
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Regional events, committees, trainings and more designed to give members meaningful spaces to connect and exchange ideas and resources.
Peer to peer exchanges online (coming soon!).