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  •  Free for PRSA and PRSSA Members
    Member Mondays 2026: April Edition

    Apr. 27, 2026 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

    Member Mondays is an initiative designed to foster direct engagement and provide valuable information sharing within our professional community. These conversations aim to create a space for meaningful dialogue, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas.
    Categories: Emerging Trends
  •  Webinar
     Free for PRSA and PRSSA Members
    Ask the APR Expert

    Apr. 28, 2026 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

    Interested in becoming an APR, but don’t know where to start? Grab a virtual seat and let us help you on your journey to #PowerUpYourPRofessionalLife!
    Categories: Accreditation Preparation & Renewal
  •  Webinar
     Course/Workshop
    Yes, You Canva! Encore (Webinar Series)

    Apr. 29 – 30, 2026

    Join this two-part Canva webinar series as communications pro Judy Friedman demonstrates powerful presentation secrets.
    Categories: Techniques & Tactics
  •  Course/Workshop
    APR Virtual Boot Camp

    Apr. 29 – May. 1, 2026

    This course is designed to provide a setting for busy professionals to focus on final preparations. We strongly recommend that candidates complete previous preparations through their local chapter, on their own or by taking the APR Online Course. (This is not a seminar for those beginning their APR journey.)
    Categories: Accreditation Preparation & Renewal
  •  Course/Workshop
    The Three Essential Stories Every PR Pro Needs To Succeed

    May. 5 – 12, 2026

    This three-part workshop takes a deep dive into crafting compelling narratives on behalf of the organizations we represent, the leaders and clients we serve, and ourselves.
    Categories: Communication Strategy, Techniques & Tactics
  •  Webinar
     Free for PRSA and PRSSA Members
    From Uncertainty to Clarity: How To Lead Through Tumultuous Times

    May. 6, 2026 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

    Join this webinar to learn to navigate today’s chaos with confidence, master critical skills and be armed with 20 tactical actions for leading courageously, empowering teams and inspiring performance during these times.
    Categories: Leadership & Management
  •  Webinar
    AI Pulse: May Briefing

    May. 11, 2026 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

    Join leading experts each month for timely insights into the latest AI trends, tools, and developments. Designed for PR and communications professionals, this webinar series delivers practical strategies to help you stay ahead in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
    Categories: Emerging Trends
  •  Webinar
     Free for Entertainment and Sports Section Members
    World Cup PR Panel

    May. 12, 2026 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

    Through real-world examples and behind-the-scenes perspectives, this discussion will offer valuable insights into the scale, creativity and coordination required to manage communications for one of the largest events in international sports.
    Categories: Special Interests
  •  Webinar
     Free for Public Affairs and Government Section Members
    Using Citizen Engagement to Improve the Experience and Build Confidence in Government

    May. 13, 2026 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

    Join this webinar to learn how a grassroots effort became a thriving statewide operation that listens to 30,000 citizens per month through effective governance and enablement of team members.
    Categories: Communication Strategy, Special Interests
  •  Conference
    PRSA 2026 FutureCon

    May. 14, 2026 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

    New York, NY

    Be part of the conversation that’s defining what’s next in public relations and communications!
    Categories: Emerging Trends, Techniques & Tactics
  • PRSA 2026 Anvil Ceremony

    May. 14, 2026 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

    New York, NY

    Join us as we proudly celebrate the 82nd anniversary of the Anvil Awards in 2026! The Anvils have set the standard for industry excellence, and have long been considered the icon of the profession and the benchmark of outstanding performance in communications.
    Categories: Special Interests
  •  Free for PRSA and PRSSA Members
    Member Mondays 2026: May Edition

    May. 18, 2026 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

    Member Mondays is an initiative designed to foster direct engagement and provide valuable information sharing within our professional community. These conversations aim to create a space for meaningful dialogue, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas.
    Categories: Emerging Trends
  •  Certificate Program
     Course/Workshop
    Crisis Communication Readiness: From Uncertainty to Action

    May. 20 – Jun. 24, 2026

    This instructor-led program is designed for communications professionals who are responsible for preserving trust and protecting reputation when the stakes are high. Rather than templates or one-size-fits-all responses, this program focuses on how communication choices shape outcomes.
    Categories: Communication Strategy, Crisis & Reputation, Techniques & Tactics
  •  Free for PRSA and PRSSA Members
    What AI Is Saying About Your Brand and Why PR Needs to Know First

    May. 20, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

    In this live PRSA Demo Day, Meltwater will show how GenAI Lens helps PR and communications leaders monitor how major AI models portray their brand, competitors and industry.
    Categories: Emerging Trends, Techniques & Tactics
  •  Webinar
     Free for Independent Practitioners Alliance Section Members
    PRSA IPA Business-Building Webinar Series: May 2026

    May. 27, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

    This IPA webinar series features a variety of topics and speakers focused on “the business of the business” to help you work ON the business not just IN it.
    Categories: Special Interests
  • PRSA 2026 Travel & Tourism Conference

    Jun. 7 – 10, 2026

    Albuquerque, NM

    Elevating Stories, Driving Results
  •  Certificate Program
     Course/Workshop
    AI in Action: Practical Tools and Techniques for the Modern Communicator – Part 2

    Jun. 8 – Jul. 20, 2026

    The AI in Action six-module certificate program is designed to equip communications professionals with the skills and confidence to harness generative AI across their workflows — from content creation and research to campaign execution and automation.
    Categories: Emerging Trends, Techniques & Tactics
  •  Webinar
    AI Pulse: June Briefing

    Jun. 8, 2026 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

    Join leading experts each month for timely insights into the latest AI trends, tools, and developments. Designed for PR and communications professionals, this webinar series delivers practical strategies to help you stay ahead in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
    Categories: Emerging Trends
  •  Webinar
     Free for PRSA and PRSSA Members
    5 Ways To Think Outside the Pyramid

    Jun. 11, 2026 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

    Master a structure that’s been proven in the lab to outperform the traditional news format. Grab readers’ attention, pull them through the piece and leave a lasting impression.
    Categories: Techniques & Tactics, Writing
  •  Webinar
     Free for PRSA and PRSSA Members
    Strategic High-Stakes Communication in the Age of AI

    Jun. 16, 2026 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

    Join us for a power-packed session introducing the Laser Blueprint Methodology — a breakthrough strategic communication tool that helps you structure complex information, command a narrative and deliver with confidence when the stakes are highest.
    Categories: Communication Strategy, Techniques & Tactics