PRSay

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Each September, PRSA recognizes Ethics Month to bring increased attention to the core foundation of the communications profession. Please visit prsa.org/ethics for additional programming and ethics resources and PRSA’s social media platforms for updates throughout the month. In May 2023, the U.S.

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Communications Ethics Public Affairs Social Media 176

Ethical Voices

JULY 24, 2023

This week on Ethical Voices, KayAnn Schoeneman , President of Curley Company discusses: How to determine if a client is right for you Ethical issues in opposition research AI ethics challenges Why don’t you tell us more about yourself and your career? At the heart of it, I am a communicator and an advocate.

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Ethics Government Pharmaceuticals Policies 76

PRSay

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Epley, APR, Fellow PRSA, a decorated PRSA leader who was a friend and mentor to many members and champion for the ethical practice of public relations, died suddenly in his South Carolina home on Nov. Epley helped establish professional, ethical public relations in Russia shortly after the collapse of the former Soviet Union.

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Ethics Public Affairs Travel Nonprofit 164

Maxim Behar

JANUARY 14, 2021

The Bulgarian Association of PR Agencies (BAPRA) has just established an Ethics Commission (EC) to unite the communication community and monitor ethical and professional communications. Maxim Behar, PR expert and CEO of M3 Communications Group, Inc. , is elected a member of the Commission.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Stakeholders are those individuals or groups with an interest in or affected by a company’s activities, such as customers, employees, investors, suppliers, government officials, and the general public. Listening to stakeholders’ conversations helps identify emerging trends, address concerns, and improve communication efforts.

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Brand Branding Employee Reputation 78

5W PR

JULY 25, 2024

This strategy also fosters a sense of community around groundbreaking discoveries. Healthcare PR can be a powerful tool for advocacy groups seeking to amplify the voices of these communities. Healthcare PR also plays a crucial role in mobilizing patient communities. Ethical considerations are paramount in healthcare PR.

Healthcare 78

Healthcare Ethics System Journalism 78

5W PR

APRIL 10, 2023

Brands must align values with ethical practices. Conduct surveys, focus groups, and other types of research to gain insights into consumer values and concerns. Updating their brand values is necessary to better reflect ethical practices. Consumers care more about the impact of their purchases on the world.

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Consumer Brand Branding Ethics 88

5W PR

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

This bias can disproportionately affect marginalized communities, leading to unequal healthcare outcomes. AI bias in hiring Automated hiring processes that rely on AI algorithms may favor one gender, age group, or ethnicity over others. This can include re-sampling underrepresented groups or re-weighting data.

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Healthcare Guidelines How To Ethics 78

Deirdre Breakenridge

SEPTEMBER 5, 2014

ET, the #PRStudChat and #PR20Chat communities will gather for a joint Twitter chat discussion on finding the most effective resources to include in a “Back to School #PRToolkit.”. We’ll be discussing everything from networking, relationship building and ethical communication to channel participation, new tools and productive apps.

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5W PR

AUGUST 30, 2024

A recent webinar hosted by AICorespot, featuring Ashley Barton, Senior Vice President & Group Director of 5WPR’s Lifestyle & Multicultural division, brought together experts to discuss how these advancements are shaping the future of PR.

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Trends Ethics Data-Driven PR Storytelling 78

Ethical Voices

OCTOBER 28, 2024

I first met Tatevik when I was looking to expand the ethics cases outside of the US. Tatevik discusses How to best counsel your client when they want to respond unethically to an unethical competitor How to react calmly and ethically in highly emotional crises Should PR create a global code of ethics for influencer marketing?

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PRSay

JULY 29, 2022

Gallo, head of communications and public affairs, Latin America, at the Zurich Insurance Group. A brand’s communications should remain “simple, short and concrete,” he said. Communication that builds trust promotes “a healthy public space where ties are strengthened and a more fruitful sense of community is developed,” he said.

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Communications Public Affairs Insurance Insurance 156

PRSay

MARCH 8, 2021

However, I believe that civility is a question of morality because it is an expression of respect of other human beings and respect is a core ethical value. Families, communities, our conversations and our institutions break apart when basic civility is absent.”. Respect will prevent, and hopefully eliminate, uncivility.

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Ethical Voices

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Joining me on this week’s episode is Christie Goodman , the director of communication for the Intercultural Development Research Association. Possibly including your walking ethical challenge of your boss, what is the most difficult ethical challenge you’ve ever confronted in your career? People are not props.

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5W PR

JUNE 7, 2024

This sector thrives in the high-stakes realm of complex ethics and public scrutiny, making public relations a crucial element in shaping its public perception and fostering trust among various stakeholders. This means segmenting audiences meticulously and understanding the unique needs and concerns of each group.

Publicity 78

Publicity Government Crisis Communications Ethics 78

Ethical Voices

MAY 28, 2024

Today, she teaches at the US Naval Academy and may discuss ethics even more than I do. I taught Leadership at Vanderbilt for several years, and then just this past summer, I moved back to Annapolis and now I’m teaching ethics and leadership, as well as team and organizational leadership. Delighted to be with you today.

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5W PR

JANUARY 17, 2024

That means defense tech brands need to begin openly discussing ethical frameworks, safety measures, and even the limitations of the technology to be able to build a bridge of understanding. Transparency has now become the first line of defense, as it’s no longer a privilege.

Publicity 78

Publicity Brand Branding Ethics 78

5W PR

JUNE 20, 2023

There are a few strategies to ensure that marketing campaigns for rehab and mental health centers prioritize compassion, empathy, and ethical practices, while effectively reaching and engaging the target audience. It can be used to demonstrate the center’s commitment to supporting the community. This approach helps build trust.

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Marketing How To Ethics Insurance 88

Stephen Waddington

JULY 6, 2022

A body of knowledge, ethics and certification are the three foundations of a profession. Practitioners and academics operate in almost entirely separate communities. Betteke van Ruler borrowed the title of a poplar book on gender issues to describe the situation between the two communities. To provide contextual intelligence.

Publicity 167

Publicity Ethics Training Education 167

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Is it ethical for a PR agency to smear a competitor? In a particularly distasteful move, the agency promoted questionable research that linked billionaire George Soros with anti-Facebook groups. So, was Definers ethical? It was a clumsy, tone-deaf approach to the then-burgeoning blogger community.

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Facebook Ethics Public Affairs Privacy 224

5W PR

JANUARY 15, 2024

Enhancing stakeholder relationships Strategic communications are instrumental in cultivating and maintaining relationships with stakeholders. This includes employees, customers, investors, the media, and the broader community. Facilitating effective leadership Leadership communication is a key aspect of strategic communications.

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Communications Policies Product Launch Reputation 78

PRSay

OCTOBER 24, 2018

In 2000, the company had become part of the DaimlerChrysler alliance, but then Mitsubishi tried unsuccessfully to hide defects in its cars, rather than acting ethically by conducting a mass recall. Fundamentally, public relations is about managing relationships, grounded in an ethical process of self-correction and two-way communication.

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Ethical Voices

APRIL 22, 2024

We like to solve the problems that are a little bit harder to communicate, a little bit more niche audiences, and thinking about how can we help fast-growth companies really scale and leverage their unique talents and their unique information. What is the most difficult ethical challenge you ever confronted? Thank you for sharing it.

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Report How To Ethics Nonprofit 91

Stephen Waddington

JULY 1, 2021

We convened a group of experts from academia, industry, think tanks and professional associations to explore this emerging area of organisational risk. This includes spending time navigating data ethics, which involves assessing and identifying potential ethical issues associated with data and digital tech.

Corporate 141

Corporate Report Privacy Government 141

Solo PR Pro

SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

Anyone in public relations for any length of time will certainly encounter his or her share of ethical dilemmas. While the best way to deal with these challenges can be debated, there is no doubt having ethical standards for your PR work is important for your long-term career (and reflects on the industry as a whole, as well).

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Ethics Publicity eBook Policies 70

Deirdre Breakenridge

JUNE 25, 2019

On June 13th, the #PRStudChat community gathered for a discussion on “Learning Leadership Skills.” Ken and our community of PR students, educators and pros shared their knowledge on how leadership is more than a fancy title, big office or a large salary. How can leaders communicate more effectively through social media?”

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Social Media Media Leadership Community 184

Deirdre Breakenridge

JANUARY 18, 2022

I scored lowest (love of mission) in the area that I expected and higher (or highest) in those areas that I expected (empathy and ethics), as well. Suni Lee, an American gold medalist, and member of the Hmong community, was allegedly harassed recently while out with friends. If anything, it showed me where I could ‘go’ from here.

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Blogging Ethics Social Media Privacy 239

PRSay

MAY 4, 2021

Particularly now, as misconceptions, inaccuracies and untruths threaten to prolong the coronavirus pandemic, we need to tap into our profession’s roots in behavioral science and fulfill our profession’s ethical obligation to serve the public good by helping consumers of news and information make better decisions, online and off.

Publicity 170

Publicity Handbook Ethics Study 170

5W PR

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Creating a community Loyalty thrives in communities, and brands can orchestrate this by crafting engaging opportunities. Brands can also work on private online forums or social media groups where customers connect, share tips, and feel like part of something special. But fostering a true sense of belonging goes deeper.

Strategy 78

Strategy Brand Branding Product Launch 78

Stephen Waddington

MARCH 15, 2022

Innovative learning design, a supportive community, and content from industry leading practitioners and teachers have provided Socially Mobile students with networks and strategic skills to step up in their careers. The programme is delivered via an online teaching platform and Guild community. I’m so glad that I did apply.

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Mobile Meeting Course Ethics 116

PRSay

DECEMBER 20, 2021

PRSA’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee asked Gayle Saunders, APR, how PR professionals can integrate Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) into their communications strategies. Saunders is founder and CEO of The Saunders PR Group, a full-service agency in Columbus, Ohio. Know your audience.

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Ethics LinkedIn Social Media Agency 131

Karen Freberg

JANUARY 18, 2021

The app is growing in popularity and momentum, which is good, but it is still in its infancy and there is still a lot to discover and discuss within the community. Have a group meeting within the class so people can “sit in.” We have heard a lot over the years audio was going to go big, and will it with Clubhouse?

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Groups Social Media Ethics Meeting 96

Ethical Voices

MAY 6, 2023

She was one of the first people I interviewed when Ethical Voices launched in 2019, and I figured it was time to have her back, particularly because Ethisphere recently released an updated list of the World’s Most Ethical companies. What are the top ethics issues facing companies? It has a couple of component pieces.

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Ethics Training Financial Survey 52

5W PR

JANUARY 16, 2024

Brands like Tom’s of Maine, with their unwavering commitment to natural ingredients and ethical sourcing, exemplify this transparency, building trust with shared values. Engagement Building a community around smiles adds another crucial element to building relationships in this industry.

Industry 78

Industry Education Consumer Ethics 78

Solo PR Pro

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

On the second Wednesday in February, we held one of our traditional Q&A chats, where top independent communication professionals shared thought leadership, tips and advice in response to questions submitted by the community ( learn how to join us here ). Do you have a clause about ethics in your contracts? Chat Highlights.

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PRSay

AUGUST 13, 2020

Some of us are fortunate to work for companies that tell employees to bring their whole selves to work, that invest in corporate social responsibility and that act as responsible members of their communities. Take a fresh look at the PRSA Code of Ethics , especially the core value of “Loyalty.”

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Reputation Us

MARCH 6, 2022

It’s no surprise that for years some companies have offered simple lip service about their purpose—or a reason for being—in order to look virtuous to staff, customers and the communities they serve. Facebook’s lackluster efforts to oust white supremacist groups from its platform, for example, resulted in a loss of user trust.

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