Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Kirsten Dunst, Jane Campion, Benedict Cumberbatch attend The Power of the Dog premiere

Campion’s Gaffe Highlights Delicate Art of the Punchline

March 21st, 2022 by

During 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

While 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

PRNEWS 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

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

Companies 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

Despite progress in DEI efforts, unconscious bias continues to creep into the workplace. How can communicators play a role in battling this issue?

The Uncertain Outcome of the Whoopi Goldberg-Holocaust Incident

February 2nd, 2022 by

It’s difficult to say how the Whoopi Goldberg-Holocaust story will end. There’s no doubt, though, it’s already had a lot of twists.

Recognizing Black PR Pioneers Can Ease Difficult Conversations

January 31st, 2022 by

Elevating pioneers of color who helped build PR may inspire the next generation of diverse leaders and highlight for all the importance of diverse voices.

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A Special Message for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Muddled

January 17th, 2022 by

A slew of activities and messages overshadowed an aspect of this year’s observance of MLK Jr. Day.

Crisis Prep and Reputation Don’t Count, or Do They?

January 10th, 2022 by

In the long run, do crisis prep and reputation mean anything? 2022 may provide early answers.