The Valley of the Sun Professional Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists promotes the free flow of information vital to a well-informed citizenry; works to inspire and educate the next generation of journalists; and protects First Amendment guarantees of freedom of speech and press. Our members are freelancers, journalists, and PR professionals in Avondale, Buckeye, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Goodyear, Maricopa, Peoria, Phoenix, Tempe, Scottsdale, and Surprise.