Active Membership
Active members are individuals currently employed in print, electronic
and broadcast news and information, including reporters, writers, editors,
photographers and illustrators as well as book authors, publishers, public
relations practitioners and newsletter producers.
Level II - Full Time Student up to age
25 ($25)
Level II - Professional to age 25 ($50)
Level III - 26-36 years of age ($75)
Level IV - 37 years of age and above ($140)
Level V - Retired ($50)
Out of Washington Area($50)
Affiliate Members
$165 Affiliate members are individuals whose professions and interests are
allied to the
American News Women’s Club.
Associate Members
$165 Associate members are persons, or spouses of persons, who are prominent
in the arts, science, education, government, civic affairs, or social services.
Out of State Members $50
Initiation Fee (one time only) For Active, Affiliate and Associate Members: Initiation - Waived for 2009
Honorary Members U.S. presidents, royalty, and other individuals who have achieved national
or internationaldistinction may be elected to this category by the Board
of Governors.
For a more extensive description of these membership categories
and the categories of Honorary, Distinguished Member Emeritus
and Retired, please contact the clubhouse at (202) 332-6770.
Applicants should complete the form and email it to the club at anwclub@comcast.net or the street address. The American News Women's Club 1607 22nd Street, NW
Washington, DC
20008
We still accept AMERICAN EXPRESS as we always have. For this you will have
to phone the Club Manager with your card information.
Please call our Club Manager
at (202
332-6770).
Founded in 1932, the American News Women's Club
brings together a diverse group of reporters, editors, publishers,
independent authors and public relations professionals who embrace
the club's goals.
Membership Benefits Founded
in 1932, the American News Women's Club brings together a diverse group
of reporters, editors, publishers, independent authors and public relations
professionals who embrace the club's goals:
Promoting
Journalistic Excellence
A series of professional development workshops and seminars give members insight
into the latest developments in the field.
Fostering Professional Growth
Networking evenings with other professional groups and members-only happy hours
ensure that members connect with people who share their interests. ANWC supports
community activities with complementary missions and goals.
Advancing Women's
Roles
ANWC raises public awareness of contributions made by women in journalism and
related professions. An annual benefit supports college scholarships in the
field.
17 Reasons to
Join
Whether you're a current member or looking to become a member, here are a few
of our club membership benefits:
* Emphasis on Women as Washington
opinion leaders/newsmakers
* Civic Activities & Community Outreach
* Monthly "Shop Talk" Newsletter
* Weekly "E-Dispatch" E-mail Alerts
* Club Web Site: www.anwc.org
* Membership Directory
* Newsmaker Programs & Author Evenings
* Professional Development Workshops
* Monthly Networking Events & Affinity/Theme Group Events
* Parties & Happy Hours
* Embassy Visits
* Annual "Helen Thomas Award" Benefit Gala
* Archives Project
* Scholarship Program
* Unique Clubhouse / Member Rental Rates / Welcoming Surroundings
* Media Room & Office Facilities for Members
* Member Rental for Programs and Club rentals
Request
Membership Information Packet.
If
your browser doesn't support forms, please send e-mail to Club
Manager or leave a phone message for her at (202 332-6770).
One
of the nation's oldest press clubs, The American News Women's Club is
a national nonprofit 501(c)(3) offering educational and professional development
programs in support of women in the journalism and communications professions.
The annual ANWC "Helen Thomas Award" benefit gala awards annual scholarships
to journalism schools. In 2003, the organization was named an historic
site in journalism by the National Society of Professional Journalists
(SPJ).