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Can Ethical PRs Represent Unethical Clients?

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

The public relations business is plagued with bad cultural stereotypes (see: Flacks ) as well as real-life examples of specialists who lie or deceive. In the wake of the Pandora papers tax fraud scandal, legislators are now proposing to penalize law firms, accounting firms and even PR agencies who fail to vet criminal clients.

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10 ethical issues facing public relations - PRCA Ethics Council Annual

Stephen Waddington

The PRCA Ethics Council has published its annual perspective of ethical challenging facing PR practice in 2021. The Council was launched in May 2020 to raise ethical standards in PR around the world. Here are ten of the ethical issues facing practitioners highlighted in PRCA Ethics Council Annual Perspective 2021.

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How Can We Mandate Ethics In PR?

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

It’s no small irony that public relations has a reputation problem. At times PR agencies run afoul of ethical standards by trafficking in false or misleading information, hiding conflicts of interest, or working with a lack of transparency. PR practitioners are ethically aware. PRSA has a code of ethics.

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What is Public Relations’ First Responsibility in Ethical Situations? Linda Welter

Ethical Voices

Joining me on this week’s episode is Linda Welter , the CEO of Caliber Group , a brand marketing, public relations, and digital firm. She discusses a number of important ethics topics, including: Where do you draw the competitive line? What is our first responsibility in ethical situations?

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The Importance of Ethics and Authenticity in a PR Career

5W PR

In the world of public relations, ethics, and authenticity stand as cornerstones that not only define the profession but also dictate its long-term success and impact. PR professionals play a critical role in shaping public perception, maintaining reputations, and building relationships between organizations and their stakeholders.

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Understanding the Defense Tech Industry and the Role of Public Relations

5W PR

It delves into the intricate landscape of national security, cutting-edge innovation, and complex ethical considerations. In this high-stakes arena, public relations isn’t simply useful when it comes to crisis control. Effective public relations in the defense tech industry involves more than just dealing with the present.

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Sometimes, the Ethical Choice Means Caring When Others Don’t

PRSay

Each September, PRSA celebrates Ethics Month, featuring programs presented by the PRSA Board of Ethics and Professional Standards (BEPS). Please join the discussion via #PRSAChat and #EthicsMonth, and follow along with our ethics-related blog posts, webinars and Twitter chats throughout the month.

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