Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
2025 PRSA DEI Chapter Awards, Third Place
2021 PRSA DEI Chapter Awards, First Place
2019 PRSA DEI Chapter Awards, Second Place
PRSA Orlando Chapter DEI statement:
Diversity, equity and inclusion are integral elements of a vibrant community and essential pieces to our organization’s mission. PRSA Orlando is committed to fostering a public relations and communications network where all of our members are valued, respected and supported. We champion diversity and inclusion at all levels of our organization by involving chapter members who represent a broad spectrum of differences in our programming, leadership, as well as providing opportunities for all voices to be heard and represented.
This is not about checking a box. It is transparent and intentional. Our inclusive approach to what we do and who we are is a priority that ensures the success of our chapter, our profession, and the communities in which we live and work.
The PRSA National Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee has defined its role with regard to diversity and inclusion as follows:
To champion diversity of thought, cultures, disciplines, ideals, gender, disabilities, sexual orientation and age in order to develop an inclusive Society. By reaching and involving members who represent a broad spectrum of differences, we will encourage and educate members about the benefits of a diverse profession by providing professional development, knowledge and support to help them succeed in public relations.
Read PRSA Orlando’s White Paper: PRSA Members on Ageism in the Public Relations Industry
PRSA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Toolkit | Learn more on diversity, equity and inclusion within PRSA.
PRSA Diversity Blog
Recap on what happened at the Best of #PRdiversity Twitter chat
by Alyssa Badalamenti, PRSA Diversity and Inclusion Chair @PRSAOrlando, your chapter implemented a consistent diversity and inclusion blog that addresses timely topics, but also isn’t afraid to rid formality – share top lessons learned? PRSA Orlando: We heard feedback from our members that it was refreshing to hear our chapter address #PRdiversity topics in […]
Effectively reach key messages to audiences of all ages in a multimedia generation
By Alyssa Badalamenti, PRSA Diversity and Inclusion Chair By now, everyone has replaced ‘millennials’ with ‘Gen X’ in their editorials, and millennials are looped in with the previous generations who grew into having negative stereotypes of the newest generation. Why is it that with every generation we get into this cycle of comparing habits and […]
August is PRSA Diversity & Inclusion Month
By Alyssa Badalamenti, PRSA Diversity and Inclusion Chair PRSA recognizes August as its Diversity and Inclusion month, a time to focus the spotlight on advancing the profession through representation of the hardworking communications professionals of diverse backgrounds and thought. Throughout the last couple of months, we’ve asked our members to share with us what diversity […]
Diversity Should Be Celebrated All Year Long
By Alyssa Badalamenti, Diversity & Inclusion Chair June 12 marked two years since the Pulse nightclub tragedy in Orlando. 49 beautiful lives were taken senselessly. Through the heartbreak, our city has since become more unified in its strong voice for diversity and inclusion because of who we are and who we represent. But when remembering […]
One size does not fit all: Diversity within communications roles
By Alyssa Badalamenti, Diversity & Inclusion Chair I previously led communication strategies for an accounting firm and gained invaluable experience from this role. However, I remember feeling a little “out of the group” among my peers who had the traditional PR role for the local agencies who market for big brand names. Here I was, […]