Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion


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DE&I

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to the evolution and growth of PRSA Boston and the public relations industry. 

Every person’s voice should be heard regardless of not only diversity of race, ethnicity, religion, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, country of origin, culture, and diversity of thought, but also class, socioeconomic status, life experiences, learning and working styles, personality types and intellectual traditions and perspectives, in addition to cultural, political, religious and other beliefs. 

To PRSA Boston, inclusion is not just about having that “seat at the table” but is about ensuring everyone’s voice is heard and fully considered. PRSA Boston is working towards creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization and industry. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are proactive behaviors. Respecting, embracing, celebrating, and validating those behaviors are integral to PRSA Boston’s DNA. 

Diversity, equity, 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 the Society to carry this forward.

“It would be irresponsible of me to deny the crippling poverty and injustice that exists in some sections of this community. The vision of the New Boston must extend into the heart of Roxbury. Boston must be a testing ground for the ideal of freedom.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. – Speech on Boston Common, 1965

 

PRSA Boston In Action

PRSA Boston takes our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion very seriously. To put our words to action, we have outlined the steps we have taken or plan to take in the next year to create a more inclusive environment for PR professionals regardless of not only diversity of race, ethnicity, religion, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, country of origin, culture and diversity of thought, but also class, socioeconomic status, life experiences, learning and working styles, personality types and intellectual traditions and perspectives, in addition to cultural, political, religious and other beliefs.

  • – PRSA Boston recently changed its bylaws to add the diversity chair to its board. 
  • – PRSA Boston plans to increase BIPOC board representatives and general members
  • – PRSA Boston wants to listen to marginalized communities to better understand how to best serve our members
  • – PRSA Boston will increase the diversity of our panelists and the professionals we chose to promote through our events
  • – PRSA Boston aims to raise and empower diverse voices and perspectives on our blog