The Association for Women in Communications
The AWC is an association for women professionals in various areas of the communications discipline. It is a network of women in the professional communications fields designed to help members build professional relationships with other women in the various communications professions. This organization also recognizes members’ outstanding achievements in their field through awards and conferences. I would consider joining this organization because it is designed by professional women for other professional women. Since the members are all women and in similar fields, they can share their experiences and challenges unique to women in the workforce and help each other grow as professionals.
Public Relations Society of America
The Public Relations Society of America is a network of professionals working in the public relations discipline. It is a professional organization that provides support, information and networking opportunities to its members. This organization also provides professional recognition to it members through award events that recognize professional achievements in the field of public relations. This organization is open to any public relations professional.
APCO International
APCO International is a world-wide organization of public safety communications professionals which provides technical assistance, professional development, training and support for public safety communications professionals. This organization is open to all public safety communications agencies such as Emergency Call Centers, Law Enforcement Agencies, Emergency Medical Centers, Fire Departments, Transportation Agencies & Facilities, Emergency Management Centers.
American Communication Association
The ACA is an online organization for all persons interested in the world of communications. The association is completely online and is free to join. This professional organization is designed to promote scholarship, training, networking and advancements in the various fields of communication. This association also provides accreditation to Diploma, Associates, Certificate and Baccalaureate programs.
Association of Professional Communication Consultants
The APCC is a non-profit organization of consulting professionals designed to provide education and support opportunities for prospective and existing consulting professionals respectively. The organization provides many useful services to its members including networking opportunities, opportunities for members to market their services as well as tools for new consultants to improve their skills.
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