Pikes Peak PRSA is packed with activities and opportunities for professional development in the fall, and it all starts on September 11 with our upcoming luncheon on accessible communications. Don’t forget to save the date for our annual workshop on October 16 – the program is being designed to give you the tools you need to be ready for the next PR crisis that comes your way.
September Luncheon – Accessible Communication for All Are your communications reaching the entire community, or do individuals with disabilities face barriers in accessing your content? Join us for a conversation with Sadie Martinez, the Access and Functional Needs Coordinator for the Colorado Division of Homeland Security Emergency Management, as she covers strategies and tips to promote inclusive, accessible communication. RSVP today, and we’ll see you at 11:30 a.m. at The Warehouse on Wednesday, September 11! Last Call for APR Class Ready to take the next step in your public relations career? If so, becoming Accredited in Public Relations (APR) may be right for you! We’re still looking for a few people to join our September cohort workshop. Contact Catherine Creppon, APR Chair, at [email protected] for more details! Save the Date – Crisis Communications Workshop Crisis Communications – PR to the Rescue Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at D11 Tesla Professional Development 2560 International Circle, Colorado Springs, Colorado Fred W. Morgan Scholarship Opportunity for New Professionals If the criteria below describes you, please apply for the Fred W. Morgan Scholarship! The deadline to apply is September 30, and you can download the application at http://www.prsacoloradosprings.org/fred-morgan-scholarship.html. • 1-5 years of experience in Communications/Public Relations field • Employed • Willing to serve in some capacity on Pikes Peak PRSA board or within committee structure • Not a current member of PRSA Vista and Pinnacle Awards Our Vista Award, recognizing a community leader, and Pinnacle Award, honoring lifetime achievement in public relations, will be awarded at our November luncheon. Go to http://www.prsacoloradosprings.org/awards.html to read more about these and send your nominations to [email protected]. Ethics Corner September is PRSA’s Ethics Month. Check out these resources at https://www.prsa.org/ethics/resources/ Thanks for being a part of the Pikes Peak PRSA. Hope to see you soon! Andrew Montgomery, APR President, Pikes Peak PRSA
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