Global Alliance Board to Convene In-Person Meeting in Sharjah, UAE

Global Alliance Board to Convene In-Person Meeting in Sharjah, UAE

The Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management will hold its next in-person Board Meeting in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, from 13–15 November 2025. The meeting will bring together Board Members from around the world to advance key strategic initiatives and strengthen the Alliance’s global impact.

Hosted by the University of Sharjah, the gathering represents an important step in enhancing regional engagement and collaboration across the international communication community.

Call for Entries: #NextInLine Changemakers Recognition — How AI-Driven Communication Can Change the World

Call for Entries: #NextInLine Changemakers Recognition — How AI-Driven Communication Can Change the World

The Global Alliance thanks everyone who joined the #NextInLine Hero Web Conference: “From Hashtags to Headlines: How Communication Can Change the World in an AI Era.”

We’re keeping the momentum going with the #NextInLine Changemakers Recognition, a global call to spotlight 60 communication students and aspiring professionals whose integrity, innovation, and impact are shaping the future of our field.

How to Enter

Step 1 — Write your essay (250–650 words)
Topic: How Can AI-Driven Communication Change the World? From Information to Impact: Reimagining the Future of Communication with Ethical AI
Format: PDF • Arial 11 • 1.5 spacing • 1" margins

Step 2 — Find your Regional Chair and email

  • Asia-Pacific — Jaffri Amin Osman, IPRM (Malaysia) — jaffri@world.com.my

  • Europe — Silvia Arto (We Are Comm, France) — silvia.arto@bnpparibas.com

  • Africa — Irene Lungu Chipili, ZIPRC (Zambia) — lunguirene@gmail.com

  • Middle East–South Asia — Amith Prabhu (Promise Foundation, India) — amith@promisefoundation.com

  • North America — Bonnie Caver, SCMP (Reputation Lighthouse, USA) — bonnie@replighthouse.com

  • South & Latin America — Hamilton dos Santos (Aberje, Brazil) — hamilton@aberje.com.br

Step 3 — Submit by email
Use the subject line:
Essay Submission: [Full Name] of [Country] - #NextInLine Changemakers’ Recognition
Include a short profile of yourself in the email.

Step 4 — Key Dates

  • Submission deadline: November 10, 2025

  • Winners announced: November 20, 2025

Why Participate

  • Gain international recognition as a next-generation communicator.

  • Contribute to a growing, global conversation on ethical, responsible AI in communications.

For more information, please click this link: Changemakers Recognition Mechanics

Questions? Contact Ana Pineda at ana.pineda@ardent.com.ph.

Thank you and we look forward to receiving your submissions!

Best regards,

Ana Pista, APR
Chair, Student and Young Practitioners Month
Founder and CEO, Ardent Communications
ana.pista@ardent.com.ph

Join the Global Alliance Hero Web Conferences — Inspiring Global Voices for Student & Young Practitioners Month 2025

Join the Global Alliance Hero Web Conferences — Inspiring Global Voices for Student & Young Practitioners Month 2025

Join the Global Alliance Hero Web Conferences as part of Student & Young Practitioners Month 2025 — a unique opportunity to hear inspiring insights from leading voices in public relations and communications across the world.

Global Alliance Launches 2025 SYP Month, Highlights the Power of Communication and AI

Global Alliance Launches 2025 SYP Month, Highlights the Power of Communication and AI

The Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management (Global Alliance) is set to launch its annual Student and Young Practitioners (SYP) Month this October with the theme “Communication Can Change the World.”

Building on the success of last year’s initiative, the 2025 celebration continues to highlight the #NextInLine movement, designed to empower and nurture the future leaders of PR and communication.

This year’s theme emphasizes the transformative power of communication, reflecting how youth-driven movements across the globe have shown the ability to shift perspectives, spark change, and influence individuals.

World PR & Communications Month Wrap-Up: Reflections, New Leaders, and Award-Winning Campaigns

World PR & Communications Month Wrap-Up: Reflections, New Leaders, and Award-Winning Campaigns

As we conclude our celebrations for World PR & Communications Month, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your enthusiastic engagement and contributions throughout this special time. Your passion, creativity, and commitment to the PR practice have truly made this month a meaningful festival of recognition and inspiration.

Thank you for sharing your voices, stories, and insights, and for demonstrating unity, dialogue, and trust within our global community. Your active participation has reinforced the enduring spirit of innovation, collaboration, and leadership that defines our profession.

Convergence of human, artificial intelligence the way forward for Philippine PR industry

Convergence of human, artificial intelligence the way forward for Philippine PR industry

With a communication industry in the midst of unprecedented disruption, close to 450 delegates gathered to discuss the most relevant topics confronting Philippine public relations at the 32nd National PR Congress held at the Solaire Resort North last September 11 to 12.

The event was organized by the Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP), a member of the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management, and chaired by Norman Agatep, APR, acting Treasurer of Global Alliance’s 2025-2026 Executive Board. The 32nd National PR Congress brought together sixty speakers and panelists from allied industries to tackle existential questions that every PR professional is asking. Guided by its theme, “Plot Twist: Unraveling Today’s PR Paradox,” the event also surfaced conversations shaping how the industry is charting its path forward.

Webinar Spotlight on Excellence: World PR & Communication Awards 2024

Webinar Spotlight on Excellence: World PR & Communication Awards 2024

As part of World PR & Communications Month, Global Alliance is delighted to host a webinar showcasing award-winning and finalist cases from the World PR & Communication Awards 2024. Join us to hear directly from leading professionals driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the field.

Featured Cases: Effaclar Speed Run (Winner – Consumer/Customer Relations Category); Under the Candle Podcast (Finalist – Not-for-profit Campaign Category); This is Good News, but… A Nuanced Story of the Reef (Winner – Media Relations & Influencers Campaign); and Re.Bag.Re.Use (Winner – ESG Campaign).

International PRO PR Conference by Apriori World Set for March 2026 in Montenegro

International PRO PR Conference by Apriori World Set for March 2026 in Montenegro

From 26 to 29 March 2026, the 23rd edition of the International PRO PR Conference – the leading professional gathering for communication leaders with a focus on public relations – will be held at the Hilton Podgorica Hotel, in Podgorica, Montenegro. The three-day program will traditionally feature both speakers from Montenegro and international experts. Confirmed participants include Samuel Heath, Head of Communications at Interpol; Ghassan Karian, Chairman of Ipsos Karian and Box; Robert Wester, Director of Communications for the City of The Hague; and Tina Cipot, Communications Expert and Head of Corporate Operations at o28 Communication Group.

Global Alliance President Meets with Zambia’s Minister of Information and Media

Global Alliance President Meets with Zambia’s Minister of Information and Media

Prof. Justin Green, President and CEO of the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management, met with Hon. Cornelius Mweetwa, M.P., Minister of Information and Media of the Republic of Zambia, to discuss strategic collaboration in advancing professional communication and media practices across the region. The meeting, held in Mombasa, Kenya, underscored the importance of strengthening public relations as a tool for transparency, good governance, and national development.