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From Rising Talent to Real Impact: Career Wisdom from WWPR’s 2026 Emerging Leaders Awards Finalists

Jun 17, 2026 | Awards, Events

Every year, the Washington Women in Public Relations (WWPR) highlights the brightest young minds (ages 25-35) navigating the high-stakes world of DC communications. The 16th Annual Emerging Leaders Awards (ELAs) finalists represent a masterclass in modern storytelling, crisis management, and strategic brand building across agencies, corporations, government, and nonprofit organizations. But while these women are […]

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Second Bright Beginnings’ Center to Bring Hope to Families in Need

Mar 16, 2016 | News & Updates

The countdown is on to a big day for Bright Beginnings. The shovels will be turning and digging into the dirt as the non-profit breaks ground on its second child development center.

Networking Tips

Mar 16, 2016 | Professional Development

I gradually learned that networking is the key to career development. How else are you to find new ideas to bring to your work, new business opportunities, or cultivate next steps in your career? It’s all about meeting people!

The Truth About Confidence

Mar 15, 2016 | Professional Development

The first step in conquering your confidence quivers is to acknowledge and accept them and use those feelings to spurn you into action. At the core, confidence is really about having the courage to take action in spite of the fear, rather than the absence of fear!

President’s Note

Mar 15, 2016 | News & Updates

Happy March! I am hoping spring really is right around the corner… We are so excited the new WWPR website is live! Thank you to RepEquity for helping us build such a beautiful, easy-to-use, and mobile friendly site! I encourage you to take a moment to check it out and update your membership information. Event […]

Bright Beginnings Featured on Great Day Washington

Feb 27, 2016 | News & Updates

Markette Sheppard and Chris Leary talk to Whitney Faison from Bright Beginnings about how the non-profit helps give homeless children a place to go during the day:

PR’s Role in Politics – Managing the Crisis in Flint

Feb 15, 2016 | PR in Politics

What’s the biggest story in media relations today? It can only be Flint, Michigan. Lead, a known and potent irreversible neurotoxin, poisoned the people of Flint, Michigan.

Post Grad Problems: Combating Winter Blues

Feb 11, 2016 | Professional Development

Since I know that can be easier said than done, here are some tips for staying on your game (and staying sane) during these cold winter months.

It’s Your Career So Own It!

Feb 11, 2016 | Professional Development

The start of the new calendar year is also a perfect time to think about your career goals. Let's face it - we are very good about planning when it comes to the actual job at hand or giving advice to others, but when it comes to our own personal career planning, it seems it always takes a back seat.

Bright Beginnings Acquires Land in Ward 8; New Center Planned to Serve 100 Homeless Infants and Toddlers

Jan 28, 2016 | News & Updates

The site, 3418 Fourth Street SE, is slated to become a state of the art child development center serving homeless infants and toddlers. The purchase of the vacant 1.31 acre property will add a vibrant resource that serves 100 homeless children to the neighborhood. The location is considered ideal because of its proximity to a […]

Emerging Leaders Awards Needs YOUR Help!

Jan 28, 2016 | Events

Volunteer and be a pivotal part of planning this signature event as we recognize young communications professionals! Committee members can expect to commit about an hour each week. Email ela@wwpr.org to get started.

From Rising Talent to Real Impact: Career Wisdom from WWPR’s 2026 Emerging Leaders Awards Finalists

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