The mission of the Virginia Press Association is to support our membership through 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.
The greatest asset the Virginia Press Association has is our members. To support our members, VPA offers a wide range of benefits and resources.
The Virginia Press Association prides itself on its advocacy. We advocate and lobby on issues that deal directly with the media and the public’s right to know.
Virginia Press Services offers print and digital advertising campaigns throughout Virginia and throughout the country.
March 18, 2024
The Virginia Press Association is excited to offer two scholarship options for individuals eager to participate in the 2024 VPA News & Advertising Conference on May 4 in Charlottesville. The first scholarship covers the entire cost of conference programming, while the second option includes conference programming as well as...
March 18, 2024
The Virginia Press Association partners with other press associations each year for the contest judging process. This year, we're teaming up with the Missouri Press Association. We just completed judging their advertising entries thanks to all of you who volunteered your time, but now we need to judge the editorial...
March 17, 2024
News publishers must understand how a writer is contracted following a new rule going into effect this month. The Department of Labor (DOL) updated how employers are to consider if a worker is an independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act starting March 11. The rule provides guidance on...