About NDPIO

The NDPIO Association, a 501c3 non-profit statewide organization open to communicators who work in local, state, tribal, federal or other public agencies, is dedicated to the principles of open government.

Our Mission: The North Dakota Public Information Officer Association is dedicated to strengthening and engaging public sector communicators across North Dakota.

The purpose of this professional association is to:

Provide a network for government professionals to collaborate
Grant access to state-wide resources
Support professionalism, integrity and credibility in this field
Establish best practice standards for government communications
Meet educational needs for government communications training
Provide support within crisis communications

WHO SHOULD BELONG TO NDPIO

We invite you to "belong" to NDPIO. Our members don't simply "join" - they are active participants and take ownership in NDPIO's mission. While titles and roles vary, many members serve as the media contact for their organization. Other roles may include public relations, public education, social media management, photography, videography, digital and print design, website management, speech writing, and emergency communications management, or a combination of these roles. NDPIO is dedicated to the professional development and enhancement of its members. The association offers opportunities for members to meet throughout the year to network and exchange information, resources, ideas, and news related to the public information profession.

ANNUAL FEES

NDPIO is one of the most economical professional associations in the region, yet provides significant value for its members and their agencies.

Regular Membership: $100
Associate Membership: $50 (open to all retired public information officers and students)

^{NDPIO will provide its Internal Revenue forms, bylaws, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements upon request.}