Applauding Diversity in 2011...

• Kept OC/PRSA and diversity on the national map with a “Trending Topics” diversity entry in the January 2011 PR Tactics.
• Black History Month awareness spotlight (In Box chapter feature)
• Attended the Orange County Black Chamber Education Fund Reception where we presented a $250 scholarship award to a deserving minority communications major
• Hosted “Networking with HR Execs - What Diverse Candidates need to know in the Digital Age" workshop – March 23
• Shared a host of diversity related articles, blogs and white papers, and diversity job opportunities with membership
• Promoted and participated in Hispanicize PR and Social Media Conference in Hollywood April 6-8
• Hosted the chapter’s May monthly program in concert with our 7th Annual Diversity Conference “Census 2010 Changes the Landscape: PR & Marketing Strategies for a New America” – May 19
• Provided opportunities for recent college graduates and volunteers to gain experience and exposure in event planning and networking opportunities
• Nominated member Laarni Dacanay, named the 2011 Distinguished Service Award Recipient!

Much gratitude is extended to the many members, friends and supporters, without whom we could not have accomplished as much as we have in our seven years of existence. Email us with any questions, comments, ideas or to say "hello." The contact is Angela Burrell at aburrell@cox.net.  The OC/PRSA Diversity Committee is always looking for engaging new members, committee volunteers, and all interested parties. Be a part of the solution - join the Diversity Committee today! 

"Diversity is the one true thing we all have in common. Celebrate it every day." - Author Unknown.

OC/PRSA Diversity Goals and Objectives

Our Goals

• Showcase diversity as a top strategic goal for OC/PRSA. 
• Recruit, retain and mentor the membership of OC/PRSA, especially those with interests and expertise in diversity.
• Encourage greater diversity within the public relations profession.

Our Objectives

• Raise awareness of diversity as a smart business strategy in the PR profession within the membership of OC/PRSA, prospective members and students.
• Increase active participation in the Chapter by diverse public relations practitioners, prospective members and students.
• Develop a collaborative and mutually beneficial relationship with other diverse PR and communications organizations.
• Increase outreach to multicultural students to encourage participation
  in the public relations profession, PRSSA and eventually, PRSA.