Membership
BECOME ONE OF US!
We Are A Diverse Membership of seasoned communicators, young professionals, students, and retirees. We work in print and electronic journalism, public relations, advertising, graphic design, new media, marketing, photography and more. We are authors, freelancers, consultants and educators. We own businesses. We work for corporations, universities, nonprofits and government agencies.
Since 1893 in Texas and 1937 nationally, we have remained steadfast in our commitment to:
■ Professional development
■ Networking with each other
■ Safeguarding First Amendment rights
■ The highest standards of communication
Why join PWT/NFPW?
Professional Development
Annual and state national conferences
National Networking
PWT and NFPW competitions
Annual communication contests with recognition and certificates to enhance your resume
Job Bank
Available to members only, coast to coast
Discounted Libel Insurance
Available for Premium Active Members
Leadership Development
Opportunities available to sharpen your leadership skills by becoming a leader on the state and national levels
Scholarship Opportunities Available
Press Women of Texas offers a $500 scholarship to students preparing for a career in journalism or communications.
Student Membership
Jump-start your career by making connections in your own state or anywhere in the nation while still a student
Newsletter
Stay current on NFPW and communication issues through AGENDA, NFPW’s dynamic, full-color quarterly publication
Education Fund Grants
Apply for a members-only NFPW Education Fund grant. The education fund offers a limited number of grants and operates as an entity separate from NFPW
First Amendment Network (FAN)
Protect the First Amendment! Sign up for the First Amendment Network (FAN), NFPW's grassroots e-mail alert system to notify you when action is needed on First Amendment issues
Networking
Build your professional network. Learn about career opportunities in the communications field. Exchange ideas. Enjoy support. Explore job leads. Learn from a mentor. Develop lasting friendships.
JOIN TODAY!
National Membership AND the State Membership
JOIN BOTH the National Federation of Press Women and our state affiliate Press Women of Texas, register through the NFPW website: http://www.nfpw.org/
Click the JOIN NOW button and follow instructions.
*Be aware that national benefits only apply to those who join NFPW.*
Annual Dues:
Professional—NFPW $85, Texas $14
Student—NFPW $25, Texas $7
State Membership Only
JOIN ONLY the state affiliate, Press Women of Texas, please send your name and contact information along with Texas dues to:
Kay Casey, Treasurer
P O Box 173
Denison, TX 75021
Questions? E-mail pwt@presswomenoftexas.org
Annual Dues:
Professional — Press Women of Texas $14
Student — Press Women of Texas $7