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

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Epley, APR, Fellow PRSA, a decorated PRSA leader who was a friend and mentor to many members and champion for the ethical practice of public relations, died suddenly in his South Carolina home on Nov. Epley helped establish professional, ethical public relations in Russia shortly after the collapse of the former Soviet Union.

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SAG-AFTRA Strikes and the Ripple Effect on AI Adoption

PR in High Definition

The recent strikes by the Screen Actors Guild‐American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, but their impact extends far beyond Hollywood. The ethical use of AI is a growing concern for both the public and industry leaders.

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The most important ethics priority for healthcare communicators – Kena Lewis

Ethical Voices

Kena discusses several important ethics issues, including: What to do ethically when your boss is the problem. The ethical challenges of online identity. The most important ethics priority for healthcare communicators. I started in cable television. One of the values of the PRSA Code of Ethics is honesty.

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ICON 2023 Q&A: ESPN’s Amanda Brooks on Finding the Human Element in Stories

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Ethics are the cornerstone of PRSA and the PR profession. You have a master’s degree in ethics from Vanderbilt University. And to me, it was ethics. When I first started at ESPN, I thought I knew sports television because I had worked with television networks as a PR person for years. It’s now been over 15 years.

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The Consequences of Misinformation

PRSay

As public-square speakers were eventually replaced by newspapers, and then radio and television, a set of journalistic ethics would lay the foundation for news gathering and reporting. Those listening could ask questions, discuss the topics with others in the crowd and develop their own opinions.

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Embracing Inclusion: Empowering People with Disabilities Through Brand Marketing

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

The rationale underscoring the crusade for inclusion is rooted in a blend of ethical and realistic understandings. From an ethical vantage point, inclusion is an acknowledgment of every individual’s inherent dignity and worth, irrespective of their abilities. It’s time for brands to embrace disabilities with that same passion.

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Kidfluencers and Their Impact on Influencer Marketing, Brands, and Parents

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

While the kidfluencer phenomenon is undoubtedly intriguing, it raises critical questions about the ethics, regulations, and responsibilities surrounding the children in the spotlight, as well as the implications for the companies and parents involved. Companies must be mindful of ethical considerations and prioritize the child’s well-being.

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