Join FAQ

Am I eligible to join PRSA?
If you spend a substantial portion of your time in one of more of the designated practice areas below or if you teach/administer public relations curriculum at an accredited college or university, you are eligible to join PRSA. If unemployed, refer to your most recent position.

• Practice areas: community relations, consumer affairs/public affairs, employee relations, financial communications/investor relations, government relations, institutional/corporate advertising, marketing communications, media relations, public relations counseling, public relations management and administration, public relations teaching, research and special events.

How do I join PRSA?
Join online or download a membership application.

I am a current member. How do I join a Chapter or a Professional Interest Section?
Login to MyPRSA and select Join a Chapter or Professional Interest Section.

My membership has lapsed. How do I reactivate it?
Login to MyPRSA and proceed with Membership Application.

Does PRSA offer group or corporate memberships?
We offer group memberships for eight or more individuals joining from the same organization. These are individual memberships purchased in a group. For more information, contact groupmemberships@prsa.org.

What is my login and password for MyPRSA?
Click "Retrieve it" next to "Forgot your login?".  

How do I update my contact information?
Login to MyPRSA and edit My Contact Info.

How do I change my email preferences?
Click on the link found at the bottom of email messages you receive from PRSA to change your email preferences. You may also login to MyPRSA and edit My Email Preferences.

What is my membership ID number?
The seven digit number found on your MyPRSA profile, renewal receipt and on your membership card. Contact Member Services at (212) 460-1400 or membership@prsa.org for additional assistance.

How do I join the National LinkedIn group?
Create a LinkedIn account and select the PRSA National group. This group is only available to our members.

How do I get an invoice or receipt for my dues payment?
Contact Member Services at (212) 460-1400 or membership@prsa.org.

I renewed my dues but received a notice that I haven’t paid. What can I do?
Contact Member Services at (212) 460-1400 or membership@prsa.org to confirm that National has received your dues.

How do I transfer my membership to another individual?
PRSA membership is nontransferable, unless you are part of a group membership. If you are part of a group membership, contact groupmemberships@prsa.org for assistance.

How can I receive a copy of PRSA’s W9 form or tax ID number?
Send an email to membership@prsa.org.
 
How do I cancel my membership?
If you received a renewal notice, you can mark “cancel” and return it, or contact Member Services at (212) 460-1400 or membership@prsa.org. Dues are nonrefundable.