PRCA & PRWeek launch #PowerOfPR campaign as new research reveals industry’s importance to business

The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has partnered with PRWeek to launch a new campaign highlighting the value of PR to business and society. The campaign comes as the PRCA publishes new research revealing eight of ten (82%) CEOs and CFOs from large companies view public relations as ‘important’ or ‘very important’ to protecting and strengthening corporate reputation. The study – commissioned by Yolo Comms – shows that public relations is represented at board-level at more than two-thirds (71%) of large companies. The joint campaign aims to showcase the…

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PRCA and PRWeek launch PR Internships and Apprenticeships Awards 2020

The PRCA and PRWeek have launched the annual PR Internships and Apprenticeships Awards to promote social mobility in the communications industry. The awards recognise the best internship and apprenticeship programmes and showcase the exceptional young talent in the industry. Quality apprenticeship and internship programmes are vital to the industry’s development and they help the industry attract and retain the brightest talent from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. The PRCA is the industry’s sole apprenticeship provider of the Level 4 Diploma, which offers individuals the chance to gain industry knowledge, personal development, and…

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PRCA & PRWeek launch 2020 PR Census

The PRCA and PRWeek have launched the 2020 PR Census, the industry’s flagship annual research study. The Census gathers demographic data on the industry and investigates issues including salaries, recruitment practices, mental health, and social mobility. The survey takes 10 minutes to complete and all responses will remain anonymous.  Koray Camgoz MPRCA, Head of Communications and Marketing, PRCA said: “The Census is a once-a-year opportunity for us to gather in-depth insight on the public relations industry. It strengthens our understanding of practice and guides our policy priorities throughout the year.  “We…

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PRCA and PRWeek launch Public Affairs Census

The PRCA and PRWeek have launched the first Public Affairs Census, in conjunction with research partner Opinium, sponsored by DeHavilland. The Public Affairs Census 2019 is now open. Click here to take part.  The results, which will be launched later this year, will provide the most comprehensive and authoritative analysis of the UK public affairs industry. The Public Affairs Census 2019 will reveal authoritative demographics and diversity figures, salaries, the gender pay gap, industry prospects, and the industry’s evaluation preferences. Not to mention how public affairs professionals feel about the…

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PR Internships and Apprenticeships Awards winners announced

The PRCA and PRWeek have announced the winners of the annual PR Internships and Apprenticeships Awards, an awards programme aimed at celebrating diversity and inclusion within the PR and communications industry. This year, the awards were expanded to include apprenticeships as well, which are vital to improving diversity and inclusion within the industry. The awards took place on Wednesday, 17th July, and saw winners in four categories. The winner of the Best Internship Programme category was the Government Communication Service. They also won the Best Apprenticeship Programme Award. The Best…

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