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.
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June 6, 2023
I had a great time in March, as I got out a little more to visit newspapers in multiple states. What I learned inspired, invigorated, and reminded me of much that is going well in our industry and some things that need to be done. The request I hear most...
June 1, 2023
We are excited to announce the launch of our new member portal and forum! As part of VPA's ongoing efforts to enhance our members' experience, we have developed an online platform to streamline communication between members and provide you with easy access to many of the resources you need. If...
May 26, 2023
Bob Sillick | for Editor & Publisher The pull of tradition and the push of innovation are a contradiction all businesses and organizations, even governments, must face. They don’t want to forget or become disconnected from the deep roots of the tradition on which their current enterprise was built. Conversely,...