“Sticky” crises require near-immediate response and might compel crisis managers to explore and understand emerging crises’ breadth and scope. These additional complexities and communication demands influence the way crisis managers prepare for crises. Leadership requirements during sticky crises and diversity were some of the areas examined in a survey from Crisis Insider parent PRNEWS and UGA’s Crisis Communication Coalition. More than 400 PR pros were surveyed in early spring 2021. We provide several highlights.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
[VIDEO] Jenan Matari of Victory Public Relations on Inclusive Ramadan Campaigns
April 14th, 2021 by Nicole SchumanPRNEWS Live welcomed Jenan Matari, director of accounts at Victory Public Relations. Jenan discussed inclusive messaging, recent campaigns to promote Ramadan and the importance of marketing to the Muslim population.
Early Data in CI-UGA Survey Show Differences in PR Pros’ Views of DEI
April 6th, 2021 by Sara Ervin and Solyee KimEarly data shows how communication executives and PR pros assess complex and challenging industry-wide issues (e.g., workplace health, ethics in conflict management, and diversity, equity and inclusion [DEI]) .So far, the preliminary data show significant differences related to the perceptions of a diverse workforce.
While All PR Efforts Begin with Research, Inclusive Campaigns Require Special Preparation
April 6th, 2021 by Nicole SchumanDiversity and inclusion continue to be at the forefront of necessary change in the PR industry (and beyond). As such, communicators should be crafting inclusive messaging. Among their considerations should be race, gender and identification, sexual orientation, religion and disability, along with other factors. To create inclusive messaging, PR pros need to look beyond their unintentional biases.
[VIDEO] Annie Howell of Hallmark Channel and Rosa Gatti formerly of ESPN on Women’s History Month
March 31st, 2021 by Nicole SchumanPRNEWS Live celebrated the final day of Women’s History Month with Hallmark Channel CCO Annie Howell and former ESPN CCO Rosa Gatti. You can view PRNEWS’ library of free LinkedIn Live streams here.
How to Get More Women in Senior Communication Jobs
March 31st, 2021 by Azurée Montoute-LewisWomen hold the majority of jobs in PR, yet their lack of representation at the industry’s highest levels remains a critical issue. Azurée Montoute-Lewis, Hill + Knowlton Strategies’ global head of DEI, offers steps to rectify the situation. She begins with suggestions for removing bias from talent pipeline management.
AAPI PR Pros Urge Action Against Asian Hate Speech and Violence
March 23rd, 2021 by Nicole SchumanBrands, organizations and communicators have an opportunity to influence the national conversation about Asian-American hate speech and anti-Asian violence. PR trade groups as well as brands and agencies are offering support for Asian-American colleagues and suggestions to stop hate speech and violence.
Working PR Moms and Caregivers Seek Flexibility, Help From Employers
March 19th, 2021 by Nicole SchumanIn light of Women’s History Month, PRNEWS took a look at what the industry is doing to help working mothers and caretakers in their time of need. Time will tell what impact this year of remote working and flexible scheduling will have on the future of the workplace. But many companies are taking this time to reevaluate the demands on their employees, and how they can create more suitable environments for women to thrive.
Why Women Face Different Standards on Zoom and What to do About It
March 18th, 2021 by George BradleyA quartet of professors consider why women are nearly twice as likely to disable video during Zoom calls, and what to do about it. Part of the problem, they argue, is that in spite of progress on the business and social fronts, women continue to face different standards than men. When more male and female leaders show up on Zoom in casual clothes and settings, some of the boundaries will begin to fall.
[VIDEO] Nicole Dye-Anderson of Barclays on Finding a Voice
March 17th, 2021 by Nicole SchumanPRNEWS Live welcomed Nicole Dye-Anderson of Barclays to discuss Women’s Month and finding your voice, DEI and cancel culture. You can view PRNEWS’ library of free LinkedIn Live streams here.