About the Asian Photojournalists Association (APA)
The Asian Photojournalists Association (APA) is an independent professional organization dedicated to uniting photojournalists, visual storytellers, documentary photographers and media professionals from across Asia. Founded with the vision of strengthening regional cooperation APA provides a platform for members to share knowledge, exchange experiences and promote excellence in visual journalism.
The association is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethics, accuracy and press freedom while encouraging responsible storytelling that reflects the diverse cultures, people and events of Asia. Through workshops, training programs, exhibitions, conferences, awards, exchange visits and collaborative projects, APA aims to enhance the professional skills of its members and inspire the next generation of visual journalists.
APA also promotes cross-border friendships and partnerships among media organizations, educational institutions and international journalism networks. By documenting important social, cultural, environmental, political and humanitarian issues, the association believes photography has the power to inform, educate, preserve history and create positive change.
The organization welcomes professional photojournalists, freelance photographers, students, educators and media organizations who share its mission of advancing visual journalism throughout the region. Together, APA strives to build a strong and supportive community that celebrates creativity, encourages innovation and amplifies authentic visual stories from every corner of Asia.
Motto: Capturing Truth, Connecting Asia.