The Importance of Compassion in Communications
Communicators have the power to inform, influence and lead the way with words. What we say and how we say it matters. Sometimes, we forget to be as caring as possible with those words. PR professionals need to acclimate to the rising temperatures of today’s public sentiment.
Challenging Anti-DEI Legislation: Insights from a Certified Diversity Professional
You’ve probably heard that Texas and other states, like Florida and Oklahoma, are banning diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in public higher education. Much of the public has shared upset since DEI efforts had been recommitted to in recent years. As a Certified Diversity Professional and holder of a CompassionateUSA Certification, I try to consider what role the PR professional and communicators can have in situations like this.