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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 […]
Edelman IP & Insights: Breaking Into & Succeeding In PR — a WWPR member shares key takeaways from the event
The Edelman IP & Insights event exceeded my expectations and I know everyone that came learned something about company branding, diversity and inclusion, and the overall culture of Edelman. The event kicked off with Ryan Zimmerman, DC Public Affairs, and Lisa Ross, President, Edelman DC, who gave a brief overview of the organization and spoke about […]
Member Spotlight: Jennifer Passey
Feb 15, 2019 | Membership
WWPR’s Melinda Tolliver had the opportunity to learn more about new WWPR member Jennifer Passey’s role at Girls on the Run of NOVA and why she joined WWPR. Jennifer Passey, engagement manager at Girls on the Run of NOVA, is one of WWPR’s newest members and brings with her a varied background. As an issue […]
4 Reasons Why I’m Excited about WWPR in 2019
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Member Spotlight: Erika Dyer
Feb 2, 2019 | Membership
Meet our newest WWPR member: Erika Dyer! Erika has a substantial background in state and local politics homegrown in nearby Virginia and has recently put her public affairs skills to work at a PR firm. Her Experience Erika serves as an account associate for Ketchum, Inc., in the public affairs. She loves that Ketchum has […]
President’s Note: January 2019
Jan 24, 2019 | Uncategorized
A Year Full of Celebrations Without a doubt, 2019 is going to be a year to celebrate.  Already, we recognized a tremendous new Board of Directors that embraces diversity, successes and passion for the organization.  If you haven’t yet, take a look at the Board that was inducted last week here.  Leslie Crutchfield keynoted our […]
Sitar Alum Spotlight: A Conversation with Christina Lucas
Jan 23, 2019 | Pro Bono Client
The learning experiences that many young performers and artists gain at Sitar Arts Center have been such a strong influencer that several Sitar graduates have formed the Sitar Alumni Actors Theater Company. The new alumni theater troupe will present its first production, A Raisin in the Sun in February as part of Sitar’s celebration of […]
Introducing the 2019 WWPR Board of Directors
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”2019 Introduction” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”] We are excited to introduce you to the 2019 WWPR Board of Directors slate. With these women at the helm, we know WWPR will be successful in reaching its mission to create a member-based professional society that cultivates and inspires female communicators to reach their […]