Meet others, engage with experts, share solutions, learn new strategies and shape your career -- all in one place. Join PRSA's active community of more than 22,000 public relations professionals and participate in networking and career building at the local and national levels.
You asked and we answered. We continue to bring you valuable new offerings and enhanced "tried and true" benefits based on your feedback. Our goal is to ensure that PRSA Membership continues to be your smartest career investment. As a member, you will:
Stay on Top of Emerging Trends and Industry News.
Tactics and Strategist Our two major publications, the monthly newspaper, Public Relations Tactics, and the quarterly magazine for executive-level public relations professionals, The Strategist, are available both in print and online.
Public Relations Journal The Public RelationsJournal is an online publication that showcases original communications research of PRSA members, further extending the industry knowledge base.
PRSA Issues and Trends Our news monitoring service delivers daily industry buzz straight to your inbox.
Extend Your Network While Increasing Your Knowledge.
Chapters Become a vital member of your local public relations community while developing new contacts and attending local learning events. Attend local seminars, conferences and meetings; expand your circle of colleagues and contacts; participate in awards programs; take on leadership roles and advocacy initiatives; and be the first to learn of job openings in your area.
Professional Interest Sections Designed to focus on issues, trends and research in specialized practice areas and industries, Professional Interest Sections offer programs and face-to-face networking events that keep you connected with your peers and on top of the latest communication best practices.
Leadership Build your experience and reputation through volunteer leadership positions in Chapters, Professional Interest Sections, and national committees and taskforces.
College of Fellows If you have 20 or more years of experience in public relations, you can apply to join this elite group of practitioners continuously seeking to advance the public relations profession.
MemberNet* Through MemberNet, you can access our membership directory, Sections directories and Find-a-Firm directory, as well as post to e-Groups, update your contact information, renew your membership, apply for volunteer opportunities, access PRC Search, manage e-mail preferences and view details of special members-only offers. *Members' contact information is expressly intended for informational purposes or to communicate informally with other members. It is not to be used for commercial or research purposes whatsoever.
PRSA LinkedIn Group Get introduced to other public relations professionals, search for jobs, seek expert advice from peers and request personal references, and manage your vast and growing network of contacts.
Find Answers to Your Most Pressing Public Relations Questions.
PRC Search Access more than 2,000 groundbreaking Silver and Bronze Anvil Award-winning case studies and a vast collection of full-text articles from our award-winning publications. PRC Search may be accessed directly from your computer 24 x 7. Promotional flier.
Keep Learning.
Professional Development Attend seminars, webinars, teleseminars, boot camps and conferences geared to every interest. Our expanded learning opportunities include even more sessions on the topics you need to know now -- such as social media, green marketing, crisis communication and branding -- as well as free webinars. Visit our Calendar of Events for details. All events offer preferred pricing for PRSA members.
Sections Conferences Learn new strategies and network with others in your industry by attending conferences specifically designed for your specialized career practice area.
District Conferences Experience in-depth local learning and networking. PRSA's 10 Districts, made up of our Chapters, present annual conferences that provide valuable professional development and networking opportunities.
PRSA International Conference Learn from the brightest minds and biggest names in the communications industry when you join thousands of your peers for four knowledge-packed days at the premier public relations event of the year. Enjoy the hospitality of our local Confernce host Chapters while connecting and learning with fellow public relations professionals from across the country.
Digital Impact Conference Discover how to align your business strategies with emerging technologies and enhance your online presence.
Accelerate Your Career.
Jobcenter Find everything you need to make your next career move or to discover your next star employee in this targeted online community of public relations and communications professionals. Create an anonymous job profile, receive job alerts and feeds, access career-related articles, post available positions, take advantage of state-of-the-art candidate management tools, and much more.
Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) Distinguish yourself and gain a professional edge. Apply for Accreditation in Public Relations, the only certification program specifically for public relations professionals.
College of Fellows Mentoring Receive guidance from PRSA Fellows, Accredited professionals with 20 or more years of in-depth public relations experience.
New Pros Mentoring If you are new to the profession and belong to the New Professionals Affinity Group, receive the career guidance you need from a seasoned public relations professional.
PRSSA The world's largest public relations organization for college students fosters the growth of pre-professionals through meetings, programs, conferences and award competitions. Students also attend the National PRSSA Conference which coincides with the PRSA International Conference allowing for cross-networking.
Silver and Bronze Anvil Awards Be recognized for your work. The Silver Anvil, the icon of best public relations practices, is annually awarded to organizations that have successfully addressed a contemporary issue with exemplary professional skill, creativity and resourcefulness. The Bronze Anvil recognizes outstanding public relations tactics, the individual items or components of programs or campaigns.
Individual Awards Programs Stand out among your peers. Individuals who, during the course of their careers, have made outstanding contributions to the public relations profession in teaching, public service, lifetime international achievement and behavioral science are selected in these prestigious award categories.
RFP Exchange Search request for proposal (RFP) opportunities or post your own RFPs.
Insurance for Members and Chapters PRSA members receive preferred rates on insurance for themselves, their families and their businesses. The program includes health, dental and life insurance for members or their families and general liability, directors and officers, and errors and omissions insurance for your business. The general liability insurance is also available to Chapters for special events.
Financial Planning Assistance for Members and Chapters PRSA members receive complimentary access to a financial planning e-mail hotline, monthly personal finance articles and complimentary guest speakers for educational seminars on financial planning.
Demonstrate your pride in PRSA membership. Every time you use your card, you support the valuable work of the PRSA Foundation.
FedEx Shipping PRSA members save up to 27% on select FedEx® shipping services. (This replaces the DHL discounts previously offered as DHL no longer provides shipping in the U.S.)
