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The Public Affairs and Government (PAG) Section is made up of more than 1,000 communication and public relations practitioners who serve all levels of government and branches of the military, as well as those at counseling firms, corporations and associations who are responsible for communicating with various audiences on public policy or public safety issues.
Through in-person and virtual opportunities, newsletters and more, the PAG Section offers training and resources to help you to increase your skills and make new contacts to build your career as a public affairs/government professional.
If you are already a PRSA member and looking to join this Section mid-year, please call the Member Services department at (212) 460-1400 or email: membership@prsa.org.
Register for the PAG dinner at ICON in Anaheim
Public Affairs and Government 2025 Summit
Save the Date!
June 11-13, 2025
Nonmember Resources
*This is a sneak peek at Member Resources. Join this Section for full access.Related Learning
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Member Mondays 2026: February Edition
Feb 23, 2026 1:00 PM – 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. -
Developing and Overseeing a Student-Run Agency
Feb 23, 2026 3:00 PM – 4:00 p.m.
Join this discussion with instructors from four universities who use a variety of models in operating their student-run agencies – everything from offering course credit to paid positions to a student-run club. -
The Next Era of Leadership: Black Voices Shaping the Future of PR
Feb 24, 2026 5:00 PM – 6:00 p.m.
This panel discussion will explore early and mid-career navigation, building credibility, managing identity in professional spaces, and redefining leadership on one’s own terms.