The additional burden that women must look like the Kardashians has resurfaced. Fortunately, PR pros can help move society away from this antiquated trope.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Keeping Women in the PR Workforce
March 31st, 2022 by Nicole SchumanWomen feel the pandemic disproportionately affected them. Some PR firms are offering more support at home and in the office.
Accountability: Companies Should Measure Their Social Justice, DEI Efforts
March 28th, 2022 by Seth ArensteinCompanies that are serious about their social justice and DEI work must measure it and hold themselves accountable, says Fenton CEO Valarie De La Garza.
[VIDEO] PRNEWS Talks with Georgia Galanoudis, NYWICI About the State of Women in PR
March 24th, 2022 by Nicole SchumanPRNEWS talked with Georgia Galanoudis, New York Women in Communications president-elect and chief experience officer at HIMSS, to discuss the state of women in PR.
Campion’s Gaffe Highlights Delicate Art of the Punchline
March 21st, 2022 by Andrew ByrdDuring her speech at the Critics’ Choice Awards, Jane Campion’s remarks were seen as minimizing the Williams sisters’ legacy.
Pay Transparency a Good PR Move for Equal Pay Day
March 15th, 2022 by Nicole SchumanWhile some companies may cringe at the openness salary transparency brings, others can use it as an opportunity to promote equal pay clarity.
[VIDEO] PRNEWS Talks with Neil Foote, Dwayna Haley on Industry DEI Updates
February 28th, 2022 by Nicole SchumanPRNEWS talked with with Dwayna Haley, chief brand and communications officer, Metro Atlanta Chamber, and Neil Foote, principal lecturer, University of North Texas, about the current state of DEI.
Going Beyond: PR Must Act on HBCU Advocacy, Here’s How
February 24th, 2022 by Aerial Ellis, Ed. D.A professor at an HBCU ‘went beyond’ for our author, influencing her career choice. In turn, she now offers ways PR pros can advocate for HBCU students.
Make Black History Month a Year-Long Activity
February 21st, 2022 by Sabrina BrowneCompanies and organizations need to move beyond Black History Month. Year-long engagement will bolster your DE&I effort, our writer argues.
The Communicator’s Role in Battling Unconscious Bias
February 11th, 2022 by Andrew ByrdDespite progress in DEI efforts, unconscious bias continues to creep into the workplace. How can communicators play a role in battling this issue?