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News: CIPR 2022 annual report features its first ESG report and successful year

THE Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) has published its 2022 annual report reflecting on a year of growth and increased advocacy. The report includes the Institute's accounts for the year and its first environmental, social, and governance (ESG) report,…

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News: AnnaMaria DeSalva to open ICCO Global Summit in Warsaw

ANNAMARIA DeSalva (pictured), global chairman and CEO, Hill+Knowlton Strategies will open ICCO’s Global Summit in Warsaw on Wednesday 11 October 2023. The Global Summit is an annual congregation of PR leaders and experts from across the globe, endorsed by 40…

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News: CIPR launches new Iprovision fund to target a more inclusive PR profession

THE benevolent fund of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR), Iprovision, has today launched a new fund aimed at helping those from lower socio-economic and underrepresented groups to commence or advance a career in public relations. The new 75…

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News: CIPR 2023 Excellence Awards winners revealed

MISCHIEF (MHP Group) and the North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board were the big winners as the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) held its annual Excellence Awards on Wednesday night. Both took home a hattrick of awards…

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News: PRCA marks milestone in governance review with appointment of interim change director

THE Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has appointed Andraea Dawson-Shepherd (pictured) as interim change director. The appointment marks a milestone in the PRCA’s governance review process, as the organization prepares the details of its new structure and governance and…

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News: CIPR writes to Belfast Telegraph in support of public sector communicators

THE Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) has written to the Belfast Telegraph in support of public sector communicators following a front page story that questioned the value of an advertised public relations role. The article details the role at…

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News: Media stakeholders unite in commitment to tackle misinformation

THE International Communications Consultancy Organisation (ICCO) and The Trust Project together with the support of The Council of Europe pledged to join different sections of the media in tackling misinformation following ICCO’s European Forum, held in Strasbourg on 1 June.…

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News: CIPR opens voting to find ultimate public relations campaign that changed the world

BEHIND every influential campaign and social movement lies a story of individuals who harnessed the power of public relations for the greater good. As part of a series of events to mark its 75th Anniversary, the Chartered Institute of Public…

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News: Renna Markson appointed as managing director of PRCA

THE Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has announced the appointment of Renna Markson (pictured) as its new managing director. This promotion comes as a recognition of her exceptional dedication and valuable contributions to the organization over the past few…

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News: Inclusive Internal Communications book launches

INTERNAL communications and change management expert, Aniisu K Verghese Ph.D., has released his latest book, Inclusive Internal Communications, challenging current practices and offering a compelling case for involving and engaging staff to drive organizational success. With a unique INCLUSIVE Framework,…

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News: PRCA REEB report shows lack of diversity

THE Race and Ethnicity Equity Board, (REEB) a standing committee within the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has published an exclusive report revealing the challenges and trials facing men of color in the industry as well as their successes…

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News: Gavin Nugent joins CW8 from Coca-Cola Europe

CW8 Communications (CW8), a global boutique strategic communications advisory firm, has appointed Gavin Nugent (pictured) as an associate director in the corporate affairs practice. Nugent will report to Colm Woods, managing director of corporate affairs at CW8.   Nugent, who brings…

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