As the industry association for consumer magazines, Magazine Publishers of America (MPA) represents over 240 publishing companies in the United States, 80 international companies, and more than 100 associate members. The MPA, which is headquartered in New York City, is staffed by magazine industry specialists, with an office of government affairs in Washington, DC. The mission of the Magazine Publishers of America is to advance the interests of magazine publishers with the advertising community, the government, the press, and the public. The MPA provides its members with support by encouraging editorial excellence and making the market for magazine brands grow, promoting the benefits of advertising, informing and educating its members on technological advances and industry practices, and advocating the rights of publishers and editors before the government. On the website visitors will find in depth information on the Magazine Publishers of America, its members, mission, government action, and more. Press releases, newsletters, and other literature can be found on the site, as well as information on how to become a member, or how to begin a career with the MPA.