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Ethical AI in Living Color – Using AI to Advance Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Nov 27, 2024 | Professional Development
By Lelani Clark In recent news, there has been a weaponization of the term Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and increased backlash against equity-based programs and initiatives. However, in taking the temperature of our current climate, I believe the fight has just begun. This highly charged moment is an opportunity for a true culture shift […]
5 Ways Sitar’s Early Childhood Arts Program Develops the Whole Child
Aug 22, 2019 | Pro Bono Client
The Early Childhood Arts Program at Sitar is uniquely designed to provide a safe space where children can discover, explore and develop their inherent talents. The program uses art as a vehicle to foster self-confidence and self-esteem in children younger than six years old as they undergo the most critical stage of their development. Here […]
WWPR Member Spotlight: Kate Perrin, WWPR Past President 1992
Aug 22, 2019 | Membership
Kate Perrin, CEO of PRofessional Solutions, LLC, Past President of WWPR is responsible for chairing the first ever Women of the Year (WOY) awards committee. How she got started in PR WWPR has been an integral part of Kate’s professional life. She first majored in print journalism at AU and wrote for an environmental group […]
President’s Note: July 2019
It’s the heat of the summer and many WWPR members – myself included – are looking forward to escaping for vacations.  Before you load your out of office, make sure you check the WWPR calendar, because things aren’t slowing down for us!  Coming off the heels of an amazing record-breaking Emerging Leaders Awards worthy of […]
Sitar Arts Center’s Summer Musical Celebrates 15 Years of Inspiring Youth Performances
Jul 18, 2019 | Pro Bono Client
Sitar Arts Center offers multidisciplinary arts, music, dance and theater opportunities for DC’s youth year-round. June kicked off with Camp Sitar—an immersive day-long arts program, where 89% of students come from a household with low-income. As part of the six-week summer program, students collaboratively produce a Broadway style musical.  This year marks the 15th anniversary […]
WWPR Member Spotlight: Lauren Games
Jul 18, 2019 | Membership
Lauren Games, communications manager at DC International School, is a new addition to WWPR’s membership. She enjoys the challenge of her job that every day is different while balancing it all. How she got started in PR Lauren pursued a BA in International Studies and Spanish at West Virginia University (WVU) and a Master’s of […]
WWPR Member Spotlight: Chelsea Clark
Jul 17, 2019 | Membership
Social Marketing guru Chelsea, is a new addition to WWPR’s membership. She knew at the tender age of 13 that she was destined to do public relations. How she got started in Public Relations Chelsea always knew that she wanted to do public relations and stuck to it. At the age of 13, she started […]
Communications Change Makers Honored At 10th Annual Emerging Leaders Awards
Jul 10, 2019 | Awards
Ask any communications professional what her pearls of wisdom are, and she will be able to list several with ease. It’s evident that WWPR members are a dynamic breed of professionals, pushing themselves to grow within their careers, continuously learning and taking the lead. That’s why Washington Women in Public Relations celebrates the industries rising […]
PRESS RELEASE: WASHINGTON WOMEN IN PUBLIC RELATIONS ANNOUNCES 2019 EMERGING LEADERS AWARDS HONOREES
Jun 19, 2019 | Awards, Press Release
WASHINGTON WOMEN IN PUBLIC RELATIONS ANNOUNCES 2019 EMERGING LEADERS AWARDS HONOREES ELAs Recognizes Rising Stars in the Communications Industry WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 19, 2019)— Washington Women in Public Relations (WWPR), the oldest professional society for female communicators in the greater capital area, named the 2019 Emerging Leaders Awards (ELAs) honorees Tuesday. The 10th annual ELAs honored rising stars, ages […]
PRESS RELEASE: WWPR Inducts 2019 Board of Directors with Keynote from Leslie Crutchfield, author of “How Change Happens”
Jun 19, 2019 | Press Release
WASHINGTON, January 18, 2019 — Washington Women in Public Relations (WWPR), a leading resource for female communications professionals in the nation’s capital, announced its 2019 Board of Directors. The 2019 Board is as follows: President: Amanda Cate, American Society of Anesthesiologists Vice President: Sarah Beth Cloar, Edelman Past President: Danielle Veira, A Better Chicago Treasurer: […]
President’s Note: June 2019
Jun 13, 2019 | Awards, Events
Next week, we will be celebrating a milestone for one of WWPR’s signature events — the 10th anniversary of the Emerging Leaders Awards.  This will be the 10th ceremony where we’ve recognized rising stars in the communications industry who have excelled and given back by contributing their skills, talents and knowledge. This year, we received […]