History Professional Women Photographers (PWP) is a volunteer-run non-profit organization based in New York City, founded in 1975 by Dannielle Hayes, with photographer Dianora Niccolini as its first president.
The society was created at a time when opportunities for women professionals were limited and it sought to support women photographers through the creation of a dynamic and supportive environment while promoting public interest in photography. Activities
Monthly meetings in Manhattan featuring a short curtain raiser by a member, then a presentation by a guest photographer. Annual exhibitions of its members work, Various workshops for members. Annual Student Awards program for city high school students.
References
External links PWP website Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library, Emory University: Professional Women Photographers records, circa 1975-2016