Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
PRSA is proud to join in the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs through Oct. 15. We honor the histories, cultures and contributions of people whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
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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
Diversity Blog: Our Numbers Do Not Decrease Our Impact
Authored by Mimi Flatley, APR, Co-VP of Accreditation A few years ago, a colleague and I spoke during a university communications class about how we started in our respective careers. We began by asking the soon-to-be grads where they hoped to work after college: For a sports team, at a large health care organization, in […]
What we learned at supper: PRSA members on diversity and inclusion
Authored by Alyssa Badalamenti, Diversity & Inclusion Chair for the PRSA Orlando chapter The PRSA Orlando chapter recently selected 12 members of diverse backgrounds to participate in an open discussion on diversity and inclusion. During the first-time experimental event, Dinner, Diversity, and Dialogue provided an opportunity for sharing personal experiences followed by a focused brainstorm […]
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 […]