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In Memoriam: Ralph Kam, APR, Fellow PRSA

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Kam’s journey with PRSA began in 1982 as a member, and he later assumed several leadership positions. For his work and contributions to the Chapter, profession and community, he was recognized as the Hawaii Chapter’s Gregg W. He also served on the Board of Directors in the late 1990s.

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In Memoriam: Craig Toyoki Miyamoto, APR, Fellow PRSA

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Craig Toyoki Miyamoto, APR, Fellow PRSA, an active member of the Hawaiian PR community and a former member of the PRSA Board of Directors, died on Feb. Many in Hawaii, whether PR professionals or community members, looked up to Miyamoto as a mentor and friend. 25 in Honolulu.

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A Guide to Pride Without Pandering

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And we have a new President and new leadership in Congress. If the past year has taught you anything, then it should be that the price of admission to the LGBTQ ally community is now much higher. Educate yourself about the rich history of our community, and understand both trailblazers and current leaders and influencers.

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Pride Month in a Year of Loathing: Allies Needed

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For many in the LGBTQ+ community, this feels like a year of loathing instead of a celebration of everyone’s rights being fully protected and respected. It’s about speaking out for our equality and that of every other marginalized community. In 2024, whither Pride? First, let’s remember that Pride started as a protest.

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The Now and No of Engaging LGBTQ Audiences

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This division is even more stark when you consider the rising attacks on LGBTQ people in statehouses, courthouses and communities nationwide. It’s no longer enough for companies to merely say they “support” LGBTQ people and ignore attacks on our rights and our lives in communities across the country. adult population does as well.

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In Memoriam: Kathleen S. Kelly, Ph.D., APR, Fellow PRSA

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As a PRSA member for more than 40 years, Kelly held various leadership roles, including as a member of the Board of Directors in 1994-1996. “Kathy Kelly made our profession — and our academic community — better, stronger,” said Del Galloway, APR, Fellow PRSA, PRSA’s president in 2004. Page Society.

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Exploring Best Practices in Global Communications

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The Air China flight descended through the smog and I saw Beijing for the first time in 2003. I threw myself into understanding mandarin and Chinese history and reveled in getting to know the community. Our mission in dealing with issues was “no surprises for leadership.”. July is Global Affairs Month at PRSA. We’re tenacious.