PRSA is for anyone in a career that involves communication.
The Public Relations Society of America is the world's largest organization for communications professionals. PRSA has more than 20,000 professional members.
The Southwest Missouri Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America provides a forum for advancing the public relations profession through ethical practices, professional development, networking and mentoring opportunities. The chapter has members from Springfield, Branson, Joplin, Bolivar, West Plains and other surrounding communities and includes public relations professionals from agencies, businesses, not-for-profits, governments and education institutions.
WE ARE DEDICATED TO
- strengthening your professional image
- providing a public relations and communications forum
- offering professional development
- upholding ethical and professional standards
- fostering unity among members
- serving as regional public relations and communications professionals
PRSA's Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Diversity and inclusion are integral to the evolution and growth of PRSA and the public relations industry.
The most obvious contexts of diversity include race, ethnicity, religion, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, country of origin, culture and diversity of thought. However, in a rapidly changing society, diversity continues to evolve and can include class, socioeconomic status, life experiences, learning and working styles, and personality types and intellectual traditions and perspectives, in addition to cultural, political, religious and other beliefs.
These defining attributes impact how we approach our work, connect with others and move through the world.
Inclusion, according to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), is defined as “the achievement of a work environment in which all individuals are treated fairly and respectfully, have equal access to opportunities and resources, and can contribute fully to the organization’s success.”
Inclusion is not just about having that “seat at the table” but is about ensuring everyone’s voice is heard and fully considered.
Diversity and inclusion are proactive behaviors.
Respecting, embracing, celebrating and validating those behaviors are integral to PRSA’s DNA. Diversity and inclusion are vital to the success of our profession, our members and the communities in which we live and work. It is essential and is our responsibility as members of PRSA to carry this forward.
MONTHLY MEETING INFORMATION
Join us for our monthly luncheons at Evangel University in Springfield. On the fourth Tuesday of each month, join us for lunch and learn from the best communications minds the region has to offer. Attendees can park in lots B,E, or F. The dining hall where our meeting room is located is in building 4 on Campus Map.
Networking begins at 11:45 a.m. with lunch served at noon.
Meeting cost:
- $12 for members until noon on Friday before luncheon; $15 after
- $8 for students until noon on Friday before luncheon; $10 after
- $17 for non-students until noon on Friday before luncheon; $20 after
- First-time professional guests are free
Credit cards accepted