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Astroturfing has no place in modern public relations or public affairs

Stephen Waddington

Propaganda has no place in modern public affairs or public relations. Community building on Facebook is often used by brands and organisations as a means of building support for a campaign. Astroturfing should be called out in the strongest terms. Transparency is critical to avoid claims of conflict of interest.

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

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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 The closure affected both the park and the surrounding communities during the height of the summer visitor season. 22 about his experiences.

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Why You Should Consider Hiring Military Service Members and Veterans in Your Organization

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Military veterans comprehend discipline, which means they report on time, stay until the job is done and do great work. A Military and Veterans Community where those interested in joining can create an open dialogue for engagement to engage can do so. We are building this community through the PRSA Military and Veterans Task Force.

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Do Companies Bear Responsibility to Address ‘Environmental Justice’?

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According to a study by Golin , Black Americans are 75 percent more likely to live near commercial facilities that produce noise, odor, traffic or emissions that directly affect their communities. Baby boomers and Gen X’ers are less convinced of that connection, the report said. Photo credit: Alex Stemmers ] .

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Let's Talk: Supporting Mental Health in PR and Corp Comms

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The Reality of Overwork and Stress The latest research from PRCA and CIPR trade groups in the UK reveals some shocking stats: 33% of industry professionals report having been diagnosed with a mental health condition, up by eight percentage points in just a year. Those working from home report better balance and improved mental health.

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Exploring the modern corporate communication function

Stephen Waddington

The Institute for Public Relations and PR NEWS have published a study of corporate communication teams and their contribution to organisations. It reports on the factors that determine effectiveness. A third of respondents said they report to the CEO, Executive Director, or President of the organisation.

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In Memoriam: Joe S. Epley, APR, Fellow PRSA

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A 1993 study he presented to the Defense Information School on ethics in military public affairs is also credited for putting professional ethics standards on the decision-making table in that segment of the PR profession. The deep friendships he formed with the 11th Special Forces Unit in Charlotte, N.C., were lifelong.

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