The Public Relations Society of Tanzania (PRST) is the umbrella body of all private and public PR professionals, communication specialists, brand managers, mass communication & other related disciplines striving to promote PR excellence in Tanzania. In 2022, PRST with other East African Public Relations Societies (Public Relations Society of Kenya, Public Relations Association of Uganda and South Sudan Society of Public Relations jointly Launched Regional Public Relations Week (EAPRW) as the highest Professional Conference in EAC and Africa at large.

Hosted by Kenya in 2022, Uganda in 2023 and this year EAPRW is hosted by Tanzania (PRST) in partnership with the Public Relations Regional Societies under endorsement of the Ministry of Information, Communication and Information Technology from 23rd -27th September 2024 at Arusha International Conference Centre.

The highly anticipated global launch of Approaching the Future 2024 - Trends in Reputation and Intangible Asset Management will take place on 30th September 2024. This insightful report, published as part of the Global Alliance's World PR & Communications Month, examines the growing influence of intangible assets on business strategy and decision-making.
Join the international launch on Monday, 30th September 2024, at 1 PM GMT (2 PM CET) for a deep dive into the findings and trends shaping the future of reputation management.

The National Public Relations Congress, the biggest learning and networking event in the PR industry in the Philippines, will be holding its 31st installment on September 26-27 at The Manila Hotel, with a host of expert speakers to discuss some of the most relevant topics for industry practitioners today.
This year’s theme, dubbed “Into the Unknown: Communication in the Time of VUCA,” will bring to the fore some recent and possible future developments that have rocked and may potentially disrupt the industry. VUCA stands for volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity – a state of constant and unpredictable change that demands novel and agile strategies to be able to succeed.

The Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management is excited to announce the launch of its annual Student and Young Practitioners (SYP) Month, set to take place in October 2024. This year’s theme, Responsible Communication, aims to empower emerging PR professionals—students and young practitioners—through a dynamic series of global events, forums, and recognition programs.

The Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management reiterates the urgent need for a dedicated SDG focused on responsible communication.

The Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) has released the results of its 2024 State of the Profession report, providing key insights into the current landscape of the public relations industry. For over a decade CIPR has conducted industry-wide research exploring issues and challenges facing the public relations profession.

As part of Global Alliance´s World PR & Communications Month September 2024, we invite you to watch this event on Navigating AI for Governance and Citizen Engagement. This dynamic discussion will bring together diverse voices from civil society, academia, and the UN to explore the role of artificial intelligence in promoting and defending good governance and active citizen participation. Date: 10 September 11:00 AM-12:00 PM (EST) / 04:00 PM-05:00 PM (GMT).

The Global Alliance is gearing up for an exciting and impactful year with its new Board of Directors for 2024-2025. Here’s a general breakdown of what you might expect from this dynamic and diverse team: 1. Diverse Representation; 2. Focus on Sustainability and Responsible Communication; 3. Enhancing Educational Standards and Professionalism; and 4. Voluntary Commitment. Overall, the new Board of Directors is poised to make significant strides in advancing the public relations and communication professions on a global scale, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and ethical practices.

We are pleased to announce that due to demand the deadline for submissions to the World Public Relations and Communication Awards has been extended to 27 September 2024. This extension provides additional time for you to showcase your outstanding work in the field of public relations and communication.

Justin Green, president and CEO of the Global Alliance since 2019, and founder and CEO of Wide Awake Communications in Dublin, Ireland, talked with PRsay about pressing challenges and trends impacting global communicators worldwide.