Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

June’s dedication to Queer liberation was born from great struggle, profound loss and generational activism. For this reason, corporate campaigns have to be so much more than rainbow-colored logos, and the intention of these initiatives needs to be lasting.

Meet the 2024 PRNEWS Top Women—the supportive, innovative, inspiring women making an impact on their organization, whether that’s leading the brand out of a crisis, breaking into new markets, engaging a new audience or mentoring other colleagues.

NAPAWF talked about communications strategies and impactful campaigns they’ve run to reach their AAPI audience and beyond.

Lowney shared her experiences navigating the traditionally male-dominated financial industry, and highlighted the importance of confidence and support in professional growth.

This week’s PR Roundup looks at KC Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker going viral for conservative speech, e.l.f. Beauty’s commitment to DEI with a blatant campaign and the reigning social media snack champion. 

Despite the similarities, there’s an ultimate differentiator between PR and motherhood: the lifelong bond between mothers and their children. In PR, we can lose a client or change jobs, but as mothers, we are our children’s foundation for life.

Women are working harder than ever before, and their stress levels show it. Companies must do better in supporting today’s working women, and not just during May—Mental Health Awareness Month.

This week’s PR Roundup looks at a new program for emerging leaders from the Institute for Public Relations, Thinx introducing “body literacy” and women’s NCAA basketball wins with the public.

The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico is underway, igniting a fervor among soccer enthusiasts across the world. As the anticipation mounts, so does the opportunity for brands to tap into the vibrant culture of fútbol, particularly among U.S. Hispanics. Understanding the nuances of the U.S. Hispanic audience’s relationship with fútbol is crucial in crafting authentic communication strategies.

This week’s PR Roundup features a look at Edelman’s lean into the power of age, a callout for more diverse PR representation and the aftermath of Ohtani’s non-press conference press conference.