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Painting a Picture of the U.S. Military: Lessons From Public Affairs Officers

PRSay

This blog is based on an original article in the Public Relations Journal , a peer-reviewed academic publication presented by the Institute for Public Relations and PRSA. Do you think public affairs officers provided technical support? Kaye Sweetser, Ph.D.,

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Ranger Scott Gediman on the Ferguson Fire and 22 Years as Yosemite Park’s Public Affairs Officer

PRSay

Over his 22 years as public affairs officer at Yosemite National Park , Scott Gediman has experienced a myriad of crises on the job, from floods and rock falls to hantavirus outbreaks. “It Here in the public affairs office there are just two of us — there used to be five, and then there were four, and then three.

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Brexit – 12 immediate actions for PR, corporate communications and public affairs professionals

Stuart Bruce

Public relations, corporate communications, public affairs and corporate affairs professionals will have an essential role in helping employers and clients to navigate this period of momentous change.

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The ESG opportunity for public relations 

Stephen Waddington

A paper by Jon White and I, published by Vuelio, examines ESG risk and opportunity for public relations practice. The role of public relation in supporting management decision-making has been at the forefront of the response to COVID-19 for many organisations. You can download a copy from the Vuelio website. There is no bigger issue.

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That’s Life: Overcoming Multiple Challenges to Achieve Accreditation in Public Relations

PRSay

For several years, I wanted to pursue my Accreditation in Public Relations (APR). I would not have been able to attain my APR without the incredible support of my PRSA mentors, the PRSA staff and my leadership in the public affairs department at State Farm. Life is going to throw you curves. You need to persevere.

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Reflecting on a Long Military Career and the Rewards of PRSA Accreditation

PRSay

It’s a time to learn about how becoming Accredited in Public Relations can help advance your career. Army Public Affairs Officer (PAO). Several leaders saw something in me; they took great interest in enhancing my public affairs and leadership skills, and helped me win big. But once again, I never gave up.

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The Intersection Of Public Relations And Public Policy: A Strategic Approach

Landis PR

Note: This is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network Partner, Chip Taylor, Novitas Communications. Photo courtesy of Pixabay At the intersection of public relations and public policy is an opportunity for communication professionals to exert considerable influence. For the original blog, please visit here.