Ethical Voices

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

This week in PR Ethics the issues ran the gamut from undisclosed promotions to agencies deciding with whom they should work and the importance of PR Codes of Ethics: The undisclosed promotions of Ozempic – Ozempic is everywhere – but this blogger highlights how some of the promotions are not disclosing conflicts of interest and paid relationships.

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Agility PR Solutions

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Corporate social responsibility isn’t what it used to be—along with the usual societal and ethical components that CSR has always measured, new consumer demands regarding Purpose issues like sustainability and ESG, as well as internal and external diversity and inclusion are now metrics of CSR.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 27, 2023

CPRE 2023 Signature Report Co-Chairs Elizabeth L. No one really expects PR practice to return to its pre-COVID-19 norms, according to the 2023 Commission on Public Relations Education’s 2023 Signature Report. Toth, Ph.D., APR, Fellow PRSA, the University of Maryland, and Pamela Bourland-Davis, Ph.D.,

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PRSay

DECEMBER 21, 2023

CPRE 2023 Signature Report Co-Chairs Elizabeth L. No one really expects PR practice to return to its pre-COVID-19 norms, according to the 2023 Commission on Public Relations Education’s 2023 Signature Report. Toth, Ph.D., APR, Fellow PRSA, the University of Maryland, and Pamela Bourland-Davis, Ph.D.,

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NewsWhip

JUNE 1, 2023

In 2023 we’ve experienced a rapid rise in artificial intelligence discourse, as the public begin to see firsthand the impact these advances have on their daily lives, while grappling with concerns over ethics, job elimination, and how it will evolve.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 2, 2024

It’s also a clear way to demonstrate my work ethic and affinity for continuous learning. In 2023, the 14 th year of publishing, I published 50 blog posts. A Fairly Comprehensive List of PR and Comms Technology Vendors for 2023 [PR Tech Sum No. Here are the top 10 most-read posts from the last 12 months.

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Agility PR Solutions

JANUARY 26, 2023

New research from business ethical standards firm Ethisphere studies the elements of ethical culture in business, offering takeaways for all companies and providing data that leaders can use to determine if their ethics programs are lacking—and if they need additional help in building a strong culture.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Over the next few weeks, PRsay will post Q&As with several of the thought leaders who spoke at PRSSA’s ICON 2023 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn. Ethics are the cornerstone of PRSA and the PR profession. You have a master’s degree in ethics from Vanderbilt University.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 17, 2024

Obvious statement: 2023 was a breakout year for generative AI. Midway through 2023, I wrote a blog post on why tech is important to PR , including a section on “the chatbot in the room,” aka generative AI. We saw newsrooms grapple with rules for AI throughout 2023.

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Ethical Voices

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

This week the ethical issues in public relations rain the gamut, but the core theme was fairness. This also aligns with two elements of the PRSA Code of Ethics – transparency and fairness. . While some ethics issues are grey, this one is black and white – if you can, or are, benefitting financially – disclose! .

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Ethical Voices

DECEMBER 26, 2022

As the year is coming to a close, it is time to take stock, be thankful for all the positive things that have happened this year and to look ahead to making 2023 as great as possible. Top 5 Ethics Blog Posts of 2022. 1) What Are the Top Ethics Challenges, Skills and Deficiencies Facing Public Relations Professionals?

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Reputation Us

AUGUST 28, 2023

” –Hope for technology to be ethical. ” The post MidwestCon 2023. ” “We all are craving unique qualities.” ” Question from moderator: “What technology will be most useful in the next five years?” — Real-time delivery of information. –Job transition. Know the past.”

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Ethical Voices

MARCH 21, 2023

Well do not despair, for Philosopher Madness 2023 is kicking off Round 3 early. Are you sad because your bracket is busted and there are no more College BB games until Thursday? And wow is this round bringing us some heavyweight battles! Socrates v. Machiavelli Aurelius v Nietzsche Aristotle v. Laotze Hobbes v. Locke Who will move on?

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PRSay

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Each September, PRSA recognizes Ethics Month to bring increased attention to the core foundation of the communications profession. Please visit prsa.org/ethics for additional programming and ethics resources and PRSA’s social media platforms for updates throughout the month. In May 2023, the U.S.

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NewsWhip

MARCH 23, 2023

Engagement has been rising month by month, but the media has been writing about AI in earnest since the early days of 2023. link] — Lee Madgwick (@LeeMadgwick) February 9, 2023 Another issue is artificial intelligence facial filters , which can completely transform the look of any individual (67.3k). I hate everything about it.

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Ethical Voices

MAY 8, 2023

She was one of the first people I interviewed when Ethical Voices launched in 2019, and I figured it was time to have her back, particularly because Ethisphere recently released an updated list of the World’s Most Ethical companies. What are the top ethics issues facing companies? It has a couple of component pieces.

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Ethical Voices

MARCH 15, 2023

So I decided to try to bring that same competition and engagement to ethics! P.S. This is about ethics. This week is one of my favorite weeks of the year. Agonizing over the brackets, the thrill of watching the games. There is nothing like it. While many people think of college basketball and the rivalries (What time is it?),

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Ethical Voices

MAY 18, 2023

Lack of disclosure – Many communication professionals make use of native ads and follow the PRSA Code of Ethics when it comes to proper disclosure. The study found that there were more than 27,000 native ads mentioning climate and the environment.

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Axia PR

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Mixing AI and public opinion can be tricky, but it’s possible to implement AI in PR ethically. Cision’s comprehensive analysis of AI conversations across traditional and social media from July 2022 to July 2023 provides valuable insights for PR clients on this landscape.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2024

Those who work in PR and media have seen a whirlwind 2023. We’re getting a handle on how to use generative AI ethically and with impact , riding the waves of an evolving social media landscape, and navigating unpredictable news cycles. What are the PR industry trends for the new year?

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PR in High Definition

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The strikes began on 14 July 2023 as the actors’ union and AMPTP (the representative body for film and television studios) could not settle on a new contract. The ethical use of AI is a growing concern for both the public and industry leaders. Different industries should use this moment to foster cross-sector collaboration.

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Reputation Us

OCTOBER 16, 2023

So the question arises: Is it ethical to pay for positive reviews or endorsements, even if they come from unbiased sources? And BrightLocal ’s “Local Consumer Review Survey 2023” shows that 49% of consumers trust reviews as much as personal recommendations from friends and family.

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PRSay

JANUARY 24, 2023

Business is now seen as the only competent and ethical institution, even as CEOs are among the least-trusted institutional leaders, Edelman’s 2023 Trust Barometer finds. Business holds a 53-point lead over government in perceptions of competence and is 30 points ahead on ethics, Edelman says.

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The Proactive Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Discover your brand visibility score Brand Affinity and Trust Building brand affinity and trust is increasingly important in 2023, as consumers become more conscious of the companies they want to support. Consumers trust a brand when they believe that the brand is transparent, ethical, and reliable.

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Stern + Associates

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

This year, the 2023 Thinkers50 Distinguished Achievement Awards underscored society’s quest for inclusive growth, mindful decision-making and humane workplaces — themes that resonate deeply with a global audience yearning for positive transformation.

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Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Meltwater announced six principles to govern the ethical development of AI. Content picks PR ethics. Tressa Robbins writes about the state of ethics in PR for Burrelles. Prezly published a list of the “15 most kick-ass PR blogs in 2023.” Meltwater added a rewards program to its online customer community. Trust but verify.

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PRSay

JUNE 7, 2023

But the actual work of reporting — and ensuring that public-facing content is accurately and ethically sourced, as well as factually correct — will be the work of humans for some time to come. Emerging AI literacy Across the journalistic and PR landscape, 2023 will be a year of emerging AI literacy.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 5, 2023

“It is both the right thing to do, and I think, in 2023-2024, it is a business imperative.” Sometimes, being ethical means losing clients. When trying to please and retain clients, adhering to ethical practices “can create some sticky business situations,” Jacobs said. But it’s so important to hold to those ethical practices.

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PRSay

JANUARY 20, 2023

Michelle Egan, APR, Fellow PRSA, PRSA’s 2023 chair, joined Strategies & Tactics Live on Jan. As an organization, we need to be focused on what the ethics issues are.” Elsasser asked about other challenges facing the PR profession in 2023. We shouldn’t have our focus on whether it’s going to take away jobs.

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PRSay

JANUARY 11, 2024

While, thankfully, much has changed since 1944, the enduring importance of acknowledging ethical and impactful PR campaigns still remains. In December, she was honored with the 2023 Senior Professional Award from PRSA NCC in recognition of her contributions.

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Wadds Inc.

JANUARY 18, 2023

This is the headline from the 2023 Edelman Trust Barometer. The consultancy suggests that business is the only institution seen as competent and ethical. Its advice to management is to help lift economic optimism and hold divisive forces accountable.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 3, 2022

1, 2023, a new law called the California Privacy Rights Act will take effect, expanding and amending the existing California law. For further reading: Using Data Ethically to Inform PR Strategies ( Strategies & Tactics , September 2022). Illustration credit: kentoh.

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PRSay

JUNE 16, 2023

In recent years, especially in 2023, all the talk has been about generative artificial intelligence (AI). But even as we learn to incorporate AI technology into our work, we need to stay mindful of the ethical considerations involved. Technology’s continuous advance is affecting every profession, including public relations.

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Wadds Inc.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

It's underpinned with straight talking for marketing and public relations practitioners as well as managers to operate ethically and effectively and get to grips with issues increasingly defining business success and dominating boardroom agendas.

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Newsfile

APRIL 12, 2023

Read more in CPJ’s latest report on journalists killed in 2022: [link] pic.twitter.com/4n6SdkGpmD — Committee to Protect Journalists (@pressfreedom) January 24, 2023 When is WPF Day Observed? Importantly, May 3rd serves as a day of reflection among media professionals about issues of press freedom and professional ethics.

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Reputation Us

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

A CTO’s job is to ensure your company has ethical intent behind its decisions and advocate for customers’ needs regarding data and trust. By the end of 2023, the International Data Corporation ? These decisions can be dictated by a well-crafted policies and procedures that address such matters of trust.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In 2023, “AI has become a huge topic,” said Chris Perry, chair of Weber Shandwick Futures , the communication firm’s research and development lab that seeks to help PR agencies and their clients adapt to the major changes that artificial intelligence is causing.

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